Eyepopper Fishing Charters
Eyepopper Fishing Charters
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Eyepopper Fishing Charters offers anglers a first-class Great Lakes fishing experience on lakes Erie and Ontario. Captain Dennis Viers is a retired school teacher and past bait and tackle shop owner with over 40 years of fishing experience and charter operation on Erie and Ontario. He welcomes families, children, business clients, and friend groups, to join him on the Eyepopper and create a fish story of a lifetime!
The vessel you'll be fishing from is a 27' Sport-Craft boat, powered by a 380 HP Chevrolet/MerCruiser engine (2023). Equipped with state of the art electronics such as dual radio, GPS system with plotter and autopilot features, and a fish finder – she has all the equipment you could possibly need for a productive day on the water. On board, you'll also find a private toilet, and plenty of room for up to 6 anglers to fish comfortably at the same time.
All fishing tackle is also top-notch, and is kept in first-class condition. You'll be equipped with world-class Shakespeare and Cabela Planer Board and Dipsy Diver rods, with Daiwa reels. You'll also have access to a variety of bait such as nightcrawlers, artificial lures, and artificial jigs.
All trips last until the group catches their daily limit, or until the full 7 hours pass. Depending on the day, a group may only take 2.5 hours to fully load up on fish. Other times it may take the whole day. According to regulations fishermen can cooler 6 Walleye per person, per day.
The only thing you should pack is a small cooler with drinks and snacks. Beer is also allowed, however, no glass bottles. If you so chose, the captain can customize your fishing trip to include additional services like lodging, on board food, fish cleaning, and mounting.
All guests over the age of 16 will also need to purchase a fishing license. The easiest place to do this is on ODNR website online.
Now, find a date that works for you and book your next fishing adventure today!
Eyepopper Fishing Charters offers anglers a first-class Great Lakes fishing experience on lakes Erie and Ontario. Captain Dennis Viers is a retired school teacher and past bait and tackle shop owner with over 40 years of fishing experience and charter operation on Erie and Ontario. He welcomes families, children, business clients, and friend groups, to join him on the Eyepopper and create a fish story of a lifetime!
The vessel you'll be fishing from is a 27' Sport-Craft boat, powered by a 380 HP Chevrolet/MerCruiser engine (2023). Equipped with state of the art electronics such as dual radio, GPS system with plotter and autopilot features, and a fish finder – she has all the equipment you could possibly need for a productive day on the water. On board, you'll also find a private toilet, and plenty of room for up to 6 anglers to fish comfortably at the same time.
All fishing tackle is also top-notch, and is kept in first-class condition. You'll be equipped with world-class Shakespeare and Cabela Planer Board and Dipsy Diver rods, with Daiwa reels. You'll also have access to a variety of bait such as nightcrawlers, artificial lures, and artificial jigs.
All trips last until the group catches their daily limit, or until the full 7 hours pass. Depending on the day, a group may only take 2.5 hours to fully load up on fish. Other times it may take the whole day. According to regulations fishermen can cooler 6 Walleye per person, per day.
The only thing you should pack is a small cooler with drinks and snacks. Beer is also allowed, however, no glass bottles. If you so chose, the captain can customize your fishing trip to include additional services like lodging, on board food, fish cleaning, and mounting.
All guests over the age of 16 will also need to purchase a fishing license. The easiest place to do this is on ODNR website online.
Now, find a date that works for you and book your next fishing adventure today!
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Chris Bushman5.0VerifiedGreat Walleye Trip!
4 Hour Trip – July Walleye Special - 3:00 PM on July 23, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenWe consistently caught Walleye throughout our afternoon trip. Denny was excellent working with the grandkids and was extremely coordinated with the trolling setup and bringing the fish in to the boat. We all had a great time and would highly recommend Denny with EyePopper fishing! It truly was a wonderful experience.
Kai Rabideau5.0VerifiedNewSeptember fishing trip
Aug, Sept, and Oct 5 hour Walleye on September 26, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child
Melanie Poupart5.0VerifiedBest Gift i have given for fathers day!
4 Hour Trip – June Walleye Special on June 27, 2026 • 4 adultsEveryone had an amazing experience. Capitan and everyone was so friendly and helpful. Everyone was happy and we will recommend 100% Thanks
Craig Francisco5.0VerifiedIncredible day!
4 Hour Trip – June Walleye Special - 3:00 PM on June 20, 2026 • 3 adultsGreat day of fishing with my two kids to celebrate Father’s Day. Captain Denny was amazing. We caught our limit and took plenty of walleye home.
Richard Yearego5.0VerifiedGreat trip! Great guide!
7 Hour Trip – Walleye on July 27, 2026 • 4 adults • 3 childrenWalleye. The captin was very knowledgeable & very good with kids.
Dan Brown5.0VerifiedGreat trip
7 Hour Trip – Walleye on June 20, 2026 • 4 adultsCaptain took us out and when other biats seen to be slow, we caught fish.
Andrew Feit5.0VerifiedFish were flying onto boat!
4 Hour Trip – July Walleye Special on July 25, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 childrenTook my 12 year old nephew at 6am with Captain Denny! We caught our limit in about 3 hours. The Walleye were all on the larger size. They were huge and gave great fights. Captain Denny was an excellent teacher and knew exactly where to find them. He provided everything we needed for a perfect day. All the radar showed storms-we missed them all. We also caught plenty of huge freshwater drum (Sheepshead)…so huge that my nephew earned an Ohio Certificate. We caught catfish and about two dozen fish total. And for $2.50 a fish Captain Denny will even clean them. Need a change of scenery? Always thought about but never did a charter? Treat yourself to Eyepopper and make a fantastic memory. It couldn’t have been a better morning!
Troy Looper5.0VerifiedGreat day fishing!
7 Hour Trip – Walleye on July 26, 2024 • 2 adultsExcellent Fishing Charter Service. Captain Dennis took great care to keep everyone involved and worked tirelessly throughout our whole fishing trip to keep the lines in the water and bringing in the fish …. We all had great fun and a terrific experiences! Except the “Big One” that got away;) Have to come back and try again another day!!! Thanks for a Great Day and lots of Fish !
Lukas Fender5.0VerifiedGreat Day on the water!
7 Hour Trip – Walleye on July 12, 2025 • 6 adultsCaptain Denny was amazing for our morning trip! Made it a great time for all of us! Would recommend him to anyone!
- Michelle Kummer5.0Verified
All of us had fun
4 Hour Trip – Walleye on July 20, 2024 • 4 adultsCaptain did a great job making sure that my son, my mother and I had a great time. We caught all that we wanted in just a couple of hours. This was our first fishing charter, so he did a lot of teaching forgot the trip.
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We booked a 7-hour walleye charter on July 25. Captain Dennis was very personable, knowledgeable and very patient with my 10-year-old grandson. He put us on fish quickly. We had fish on before he got all of the lines out. We were after 4 limits and he stuck with it until that was accomplished, then cleaned our fish at the dock. Other anglers were coming in empty handed. My son and I have been on many Lake Erie charters and we both agreed that this one was by far the most enjjoyable that we've ever experienced.
I agree that the charter was enjoyable. Im very glad to work with this crew. Hope to see you again soon. Tight lines!
Our group of 6 (3 adults, 3 12 year olds) had a great time! Captain Denny was extremely knowledgeable and was willing to teach our group, as it was our 1st charter experience. We caught quite a bit of Walleye, including 2 Fish Ohio fish. The boat and equipment were perfect for a great day of fishing. I'd highly recommend Captain Denny!
We consistently caught Walleye throughout our afternoon trip. Denny was excellent working with the grandkids and was extremely coordinated with the trolling setup and bringing the fish in to the boat. We all had a great time and would highly recommend Denny with EyePopper fishing! It truly was a wonderful experience.
Captain Denny got us on fish right away! We had a great catch even though we chose to cut the trip short due to a couple family members who were sea sick. He was very kind and accommodating. Great with our kids, 11yo, 15yo, 17yo
Very nice family, a shame a couple of them didnt feel well. They also donated part of their catch to some of my neighbors. Very appreciated! Thanks again…
The captain was very knowledgeable and was great with my boys. As they learned, he let them do more and more. We caught so many fish. We all had a blast! We can’t wait to cook up the fillets.
The fish catching was as hot as the weather.. Great charter!
FAQs about Eyepopper Fishing Charters
- US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - Aug, Sept, and Oct 5 hour Walleye (5 hours)
- US $625 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 7 Hour Aug, Sept, and Oct Special (7 hours)
- Toilet Standup private head
- GPS Plotter and auto pilot
- Fishfinder Lorance
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle (Trolling gear provided, drifting gear not)
- Live bait (Night crawlers)
- Lures (Trolling yes, not drift tackle)
- First mate (Occasionally used)
- Lake fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Early in the season we might be fishing nearshore. In cold water temps this might mean only a few hundred yards off shore. As the water warms (weather dependent) we might need to go several miles offshore or many miles to the East or West to get fish.)
- Light tackle (Planner Board, Dipsy Diver rods)
- Heavy tackle (For salmon and trout in Lake Ontario)
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling (Dipsys, jets, crank baits, worm harnesses)
- Jigging (Smallmouth Bass)
- Drift fishing (Fishermen provide equipment and tackle unless pre )
- Walleye
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Lorain, Ohio, United States
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Dennis is a true local who has lived around the Lakes his whole life. Has been a teacher for over 35 years, and likes taking children on trips. During his teaching career he also owned a bait and tackle shop for 13 years, which he ran with his family. For 9 years, Capt. Dennis also hosted a radio show where he did a fishing report 3 times a day. It was during this time that he decided to become a captain and share his knowledge with others. The best part of the job is the people and watching them have fun. Captain holds a record in catching 50 Steelhead in one day back in 1998. Which is still unbeaten and very unusual on Lake Erie.
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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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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
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