Reel Instinct Charters 

5.0
(3 reviews)
 5925 Saylor Street, Lakeside Marblehead, OH 43440, United States–

Reel Instinct Charters 

Lakeside Marblehead, OH, United States
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34 ft
6
5.0
(3 reviews)

Reel Instinct Charters has a trip with your name on it along the stunning waters of Lakeside Marblehead. Your guide for the day is Captain Paul, bringing aboard their sportfishing experience.

These waters are known for Walleye, Yellow Perch, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. For these species, you're likely to troll.

If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are also a good idea for a boost of energy when needed!

Your vessel for the day is a 34' Tiara cruiser that holds up to 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Paul will supply rods ,reels and all baits for you. Live bait is included.

You will need an Ohio license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Lakeside Marblehead for yourself, with Reel Instinct Charters! Any trips over 15 miles from port is subjet to $100 fuel surcharge

Reel Instinct Charters has a trip with your name on it along the stunning waters of Lakeside Marblehead. Your guide for the day is Captain Paul, bringing aboard their sportfishing experience.

These waters are known for Walleye, Yellow Perch, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. For these species, you're likely to troll.

If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are also a good idea for a boost of energy when needed!

Your vessel for the day is a 34' Tiara cruiser that holds up to 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Paul will supply rods ,reels and all baits for you. Live bait is included.

You will need an Ohio license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.

Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Lakeside Marblehead for yourself, with Reel Instinct Charters! Any trips over 15 miles from port is subjet to $100 fuel surcharge

Paul Curmi
Captain
Paul Curmi
22 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

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Full day up to 4 people
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Fri, Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Perch (Yellow)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Perch am trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Fri, Sat, Sun)
Perch (Yellow)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Fri, Sat)
Walleye
Perch (Yellow)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
7 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Fri, Sat, Sun)
Walleye
Perch (Yellow)
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

5.0
3 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Reviews (3)

  • David Oldham
    David Oldham
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Perch gone walleye

    Afternoon 5 hour perch trip on September 5, 2026 • 5 adults

    We booked this Saturday afternoon of Labor Day perch charter the Thursday before. The wind turned and was coming in from the NE. Captain Paul greeted us warmly at the dock. We boarded his beautiful, well maintained 30+ft Tiarra boat. Paul discussed with us that the perch fishing had turned off but he could put us on walleye. The wind was going to be a problem with 4-5 ft wakes. The calmer trip would have been perch fishing in a more protected area. We opted for the walleye trip. The water was ROUGH but Paul did not disappoint! He put us on walleye and he worked hard keeping 16 poles going the entire time. 3 of the 6 onboard got sick and one was unable to fish after the first 30 minutes but the rest of is were having a great time catching 20+ inch fish on a steady basis. We truly had a great experience with Captain Paul and will look him up for our next trip to this area.

  • Brett Svoboda
    Brett Svoboda
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip ever!

    6 Hour Trip (PM) on June 19, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Paul was wonderful to spend the evening with. My wife and 2 sons had a blast fishing and we all hit our limit on walleye and even caught a big perch and a few other fish as well. The boat was clean and comfortable and even has a working toilet away from the deck and a lower cabin if you want to relax away from the sun. The boat is wider than other smaller boats so it handles the waves better and you have more room to fish without feeling crowded. When we make it back up north Captain Paul will be the 1st guy I call!!!

  • Bryan Rizzio
    Bryan Rizzio
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip...Caught our Limits!

    Full day up to 4 people on September 5, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Captain Paul was fantastic! He answered questions leading up to the trip, was friendly and knowledgeable while out and took time to teach our 13yr old a thing or two about fishing while we were out. Would definitely recommend!

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5.0
3 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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David Oldham
David Oldham
us
Iowa, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Perch gone walleye
Afternoon 5 hour perch trip on September 5, 2026 • 5 adults

We booked this Saturday afternoon of Labor Day perch charter the Thursday before. The wind turned and was coming in from the NE. Captain Paul greeted us warmly at the dock. We boarded his beautiful, well maintained 30+ft Tiarra boat. Paul discussed with us that the perch fishing had turned off but he could put us on walleye. The wind was going to be a problem with 4-5 ft wakes. The calmer trip would have been perch fishing in a more protected area. We opted for the walleye trip. The water was ROUGH but Paul did not disappoint! He put us on walleye and he worked hard keeping 16 poles going the entire time. 3 of the 6 onboard got sick and one was unable to fish after the first 30 minutes but the rest of is were having a great time catching 20+ inch fish on a steady basis. We truly had a great experience with Captain Paul and will look him up for our next trip to this area.

Paul Curmi
Response from Captain

thank you for choosing reel instinct charters and hope you have a safe trip home.

Brett Svoboda
Brett Svoboda
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best trip ever!
6 Hour Trip (PM) on June 19, 2026 • 4 adults

Captain Paul was wonderful to spend the evening with. My wife and 2 sons had a blast fishing and we all hit our limit on walleye and even caught a big perch and a few other fish as well. The boat was clean and comfortable and even has a working toilet away from the deck and a lower cabin if you want to relax away from the sun. The boat is wider than other smaller boats so it handles the waves better and you have more room to fish without feeling crowded. When we make it back up north Captain Paul will be the 1st guy I call!!!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Yellow Perch
Paul Curmi
Response from Captain

thank you for choosing reel instinct charters! I had a blast fishing with your family.

Bryan Rizzio
Bryan Rizzio
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Trip...Caught our Limits!
Full day up to 4 people on September 5, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

Captain Paul was fantastic! He answered questions leading up to the trip, was friendly and knowledgeable while out and took time to teach our 13yr old a thing or two about fishing while we were out. Would definitely recommend!

Reported catch:
Walleye
Paul Curmi
Response from Captain

thanks for choosing reel instinct! i had a blast

FAQs about Reel Instinct Charters

Reel Instinct Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - Full day up to 4 people (7 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Perch am trip (7 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 7 Hour Trip (AM) (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel Instinct Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed bathroom with pump toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Reel Instinct Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (If live bait is used captain will provide all bait)
Reel Instinct Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Reel Instinct Charters offers the following fishing technique:
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Reel Instinct Charters include:
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Paul Curmi
Paul Curmi
Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio, United States
4 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2026
Capt. Paul Curmi is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio. The crew has you covered if you wish to try trolling, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Paul Curmi
Paul Curmi
Fully verified
4
reports
3
reviews
2026
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Paul Curmi is your guide to an unforgettable fishing adventure in the waters of Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio. The crew has you covered if you wish to try trolling, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Walleye
Walleye
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Walleye
Walleye

Real catches by this captain

  • Best trip ever!
    Brett S.
    Brett S.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
1985
Boat manufacturer
Tiara Yachts
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Crusader
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Enclosed bathroom with pump toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
If live bait is used captain will provide all bait

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Life Jacket Requirement: Kids 10 and under must wear a life jacket on boats
You keep catch

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash
 Visa
 Mastercard
 PayPal
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Lakeside Marblehead right now

Perch (Yellow)Perch (Yellow)
WalleyeWalleye

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