Old Timer Charters – Lake Erie
Old Timer Charters is a full-service fishing charter on Lake Erie. They are based out of Erie, Pennsylvania and offer half and full day trips throughout the year.
Captain Vince Silvaggi, who owns and operates the charter has fished Lake Erie his whole life and it was a clear choice for him to run charters here. After all, who better to take you fishing than a local?
Capt. Vince offers a variety of trips from May through November. During this time, Lake Erie, known as the Walleye capital of the world, becomes a hub of the Walleye enthusiasts. You will target these hard-fighting fish by trolling the eastern basin of Lake Erie. Lake Trout, Steelhead, and Perch are also abundant in the lake.
Fishing is done aboard a 27' Penn Yan walkaround with a capacity for up to 6 anglers.
The captain will use a GPS and a fishfinder to locate the schooling fish, and there's a live bait well on board and a cooler for your catch. Your guide will provide top quality rods and reels such as Okuma, Daiwa, Shimano, Fish Hawk, and more. Tackle, bait, and fish cleaning are also included in the trip's price. The 1st mate works for tips!
The vessel also has a porta potty on board which is a big plus when you're spending the whole day on the water or are taking kids fishing.
Please make sure you have a valid Pennsylvania fishing license with Lake Erie permit and Trout stamp if fishing for Steelhead or Lake Trout. Don't forget to stock up on food, snacks, and drinks as well.
Join Old Timer Charters for a day of excellent angling action that will make you fall in love with fishing all over again!
Old Timer Charters is a full-service fishing charter on Lake Erie. They are based out of Erie, Pennsylvania and offer half and full day trips throughout the year.
Captain Vince Silvaggi, who owns and operates the charter has fished Lake Erie his whole life and it was a clear choice for him to run charters here. After all, who better to take you fishing than a local?
Capt. Vince offers a variety of trips from May through November. During this time, Lake Erie, known as the Walleye capital of the world, becomes a hub of the Walleye enthusiasts. You will target these hard-fighting fish by trolling the eastern basin of Lake Erie. Lake Trout, Steelhead, and Perch are also abundant in the lake.
Fishing is done aboard a 27' Penn Yan walkaround with a capacity for up to 6 anglers.
The captain will use a GPS and a fishfinder to locate the schooling fish, and there's a live bait well on board and a cooler for your catch. Your guide will provide top quality rods and reels such as Okuma, Daiwa, Shimano, Fish Hawk, and more. Tackle, bait, and fish cleaning are also included in the trip's price. The 1st mate works for tips!
The vessel also has a porta potty on board which is a big plus when you're spending the whole day on the water or are taking kids fishing.
Please make sure you have a valid Pennsylvania fishing license with Lake Erie permit and Trout stamp if fishing for Steelhead or Lake Trout. Don't forget to stock up on food, snacks, and drinks as well.
Join Old Timer Charters for a day of excellent angling action that will make you fall in love with fishing all over again!
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The charter operator canceled 2 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
The trip itself was great, but the customer service afterward was unacceptable. My group was reduced by one person, and the captain specifically instructed me to contact Fish Booker for a refund. I did exactly that and received absolutely no response. Being completely ignored after following the captain’s is unacceptable. This experience has left me extremely disappointed, and because of the lack of communication and customer service, I do not know if i will be recommending Fish Booker.
Had a great trip with Vince and his first mate. Had us on fish all day. Very friendly and prompt and professional communication before the trip. I highly recommend and will be booking again for sure!
I'm glad everyone had a good time and look forward to doing it again.
Captain Vince made sure we caught our daily limit so we wouldn't go home with any less. He and the first mate were great to fish with and talk to. Would recommend his service to others interested in the experience.
I'm glad you enjoyed your trip! It was a pleasure getting to fish with you guys and enjoy your filets.
Captain and crew were fantastic, caught our limit in walleye, fish on every few minutes!
FAQs about Old Timer Charters – Lake Erie
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Lake Trout (AM) (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Lake Trout (PM) (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Steelhead (AM) (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Steelhead (PM) (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Walleye (AM) (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Walleye (PM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Lake Trout (Fall) (8 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Lake Trout (Spring) (8 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Steelhead (8 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Walleye (8 hours)
- Toilet Porta potty
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (Okuma, Shimano, Daiwa, Cannon)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (The fish can be cleaned at the end of the trip if you would like free of charge as long as the 1st mate is tipped for the trip.)
- First mate (Only works for tips)
- Lake fishing (Lake Erie)
- Light tackle
- Trolling
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Walleye
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