Old Timer Charters – Lake Erie
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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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.
This was a fantastic new adventure for my family, and we can't wait to do it again. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fun day on the water. Be sure to opt for a larger boat; you'll definitely have a great time!
Limited out both days. Captain and his son were both both great and would recommend to anyone.
we all had a great time! crew was helpfull and nice to be with
We had a great first experience fishing on Lake Erie with Captain Vince and his first mate Daniel. There were 4 of us on the boat - my son and I, his friend and his dad + Vince and Daniel. Plenty of room to fish. The boat was clean and in very good condition. They had a good plan to fish the shallows first and see what we would catch. We got half of our 6 per day limit there in 2 hours. He then took us to a deeper area and we caught the balance of our limit there. We were very impressed with their set up and rigging. They had more rods and lures than we could ever use in a weeks time. They were attentive to our "first time" on Lake Erie needs. They answered lots of questions and gave lots of insight to the local area, the boat set ups and the lake and fish characteristics. I would not hesitate to charter with Vince & Daniel again and I highly recommend him for any level of angler.
FAQs about Old Timer Charters – Lake Erie
What are the trip rates for 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)
Which amenities are available onboard with Old Timer Charters – Lake Erie?
- Toilet Porta potty
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Old Timer Charters – Lake Erie?
- 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)
What types of fishing does Old Timer Charters – Lake Erie offer?
- Lake fishing (Lake Erie)
What fishing techniques does Old Timer Charters – Lake Erie offer?
- Light tackle
- Trolling
Which fish species can I catch with Old Timer Charters – Lake Erie?
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Walleye
Your captain
I've been hooked since I was 3 years old. I grew up fishing the Great Lakes with my dad and grandfather. I've had the dream of becoming a charter captain since I was about 12 years old. Now I own and operate Old Timer Charters.
Daniel S.
First mate
Heather Z.
First mate
I've been hooked since I was 3 years old. I grew up fishing the Great Lakes with my dad and grandfather. I've had the dream of becoming a charter captain since I was about 12 years old. Now I own and operate Old Timer Charters.
Daniel S.
First mate
Heather Z.
First mate
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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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
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No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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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