Tail Chaser Fishing Charters
Tail Chaser Fishing Charters
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Tail Chaser Fishing Charters invites you to enjoy a day of Walleye fishing aboard the Tail Chaser around the Lake Erie Islands. Captain Mike specializes in trolling for Walleye and is able to accommodate up to six guests per trip.
Fishing the Lake Erie Islands area means you are in for some serious fishing action as this region is well known throughout the world for Walleye fishing. Fishing is excellent from mid-April through November 1.
Captain Mike owns and operates a Pursuit Offshore performance fishing boat, originally built in 2002 with a capacity for up to 6 guests. Powered by twin 454 Crusader engines with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots, the Pursuit has a 12' beam and is very reliable on the water. The search for the fish is aided by GPS and a fishfinder, and the catch is stored in the available ice-box. There is a electric flush toilet on board for your convenience, as well as all the safety equipment needed.
Tail Chaser Fishing Charters carry all the fishing gear so you don't have to. They provide Shakespeare rods and reels, tackle, a variety of lures, and live bait. The first mate is on board to help you with baiting your hooks and reeling in your fish. They work extremely hard to make your trip an enjoyable and memorable experience.
Please note, anyone 16 and older you are to obtain a fishing license in accordance with the State of Ohio fishing regulations. You are welcome to bring food and drinks on the trip, as well as hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate clothing. NO COWBOY BOOTS, STEEL TOED, HARD BLACK SOLED WORK BOOTS. Soft soled shoes or rubber boots are fine. Also pack light there is limited room for multiple coolers, backpacks on board. Customers are responsible for fish cleaning, there is a fish-cleaning station in the marina or there is Bays Edge Fish Cleaning Service 10 minutes from the dock, and they are cash only.
Tail Chaser Fishing Charters invites you to enjoy a day of Walleye fishing aboard the Tail Chaser around the Lake Erie Islands. Captain Mike specializes in trolling for Walleye and is able to accommodate up to six guests per trip.
Fishing the Lake Erie Islands area means you are in for some serious fishing action as this region is well known throughout the world for Walleye fishing. Fishing is excellent from mid-April through November 1.
Captain Mike owns and operates a Pursuit Offshore performance fishing boat, originally built in 2002 with a capacity for up to 6 guests. Powered by twin 454 Crusader engines with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots, the Pursuit has a 12' beam and is very reliable on the water. The search for the fish is aided by GPS and a fishfinder, and the catch is stored in the available ice-box. There is a electric flush toilet on board for your convenience, as well as all the safety equipment needed.
Tail Chaser Fishing Charters carry all the fishing gear so you don't have to. They provide Shakespeare rods and reels, tackle, a variety of lures, and live bait. The first mate is on board to help you with baiting your hooks and reeling in your fish. They work extremely hard to make your trip an enjoyable and memorable experience.
Please note, anyone 16 and older you are to obtain a fishing license in accordance with the State of Ohio fishing regulations. You are welcome to bring food and drinks on the trip, as well as hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, and weather-appropriate clothing. NO COWBOY BOOTS, STEEL TOED, HARD BLACK SOLED WORK BOOTS. Soft soled shoes or rubber boots are fine. Also pack light there is limited room for multiple coolers, backpacks on board. Customers are responsible for fish cleaning, there is a fish-cleaning station in the marina or there is Bays Edge Fish Cleaning Service 10 minutes from the dock, and they are cash only.
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Joe Miller5.0VerifiedThe absolute BEST Charter!!
Half Day – Walleye Trolling on June 30, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childCould not have asked for a better charter with my wife and our son!! Had great weather. Capt Mike got us on the fish!! We caught our limit as well. We cannot say enough about Capt Mike!!! He was great to interact with and really took the time to explain things to our son. His boat was well kept and organized. We will book with Capt Mike again and for years to come. Thank you Capt Mike not only for a great time but making lasting memories as a family!! The Miller Family
Kelly Hartman5.0VerifiedGreat trip
Walleye and Kelleys Island on July 25, 2026 • 6 adultsThe walleye were not biting very good at the beginning, but Captain Mike stayed with it and kept us on the fish. We hit our limit. Captain was great boat and gear great. Highly recommend Tail Chaser fishing charter. Already planning the next trip.
Jeffry Bradshaw5.0VerifiedNo more Walleye in Erie
Full Day – Walleye Trolling on May 9, 2026 • 2 adultsCpt Mike with Tail Chaser was great. Put up with our ignorance and being in the way. Equipment worked great, boat was perfect. Everything all set for us to go out. Will certainly book with him again and highly recommend chartering with Tail Chaser.
Cierra Roosa5.0VerifiedFantastic Fathers day
Half Day – Walleye Trolling on June 21, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenExtremely knowledgeable captain. I loved how he had everyone involved in setting lines and doing what they could. He explained things very clearly and we learned a lot from him. Couldn't have had a better day on the water.
Bryan PattersonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Trip!
Half Day – Walleye Trolling on July 8, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenCaptain Mike really knew the water and did a great job helping us with a big haul. He was patient with my two boys and was a great teacher. Would highly recommend him!
William CassRepeat angler5.0VerifiedWonderful experience!
Full Day – Walleye Trolling on June 24, 2026 • 6 adultsCaptain Mike did an excellent job. He worked hard trolling to find us fish and we did! The six of us caught our limit. Nice boat, a delightful trip. We’ll use him next year.
Andrew Ellet5.0VerifiedAwesome Experience!
Full Day – Walleye Trolling on May 29, 2026 • 4 adultsCaptain Mike got us on the fish and kept us on them until we caught our limit! His boat was immaculate and the gear was top notch, Thank you for a great day on the water!
Valorie HarperRepeat angler5.0VerifiedExcellent Trip
Half Day – Walleye Trolling on May 31, 2026 • 6 adults2nd year taking this trip with Mike. can’t wait for the third. Had a great time.
- John Vani5.0Verified
We will be back. Would recommend.
Half Day – Walleye Trolling on October 25, 2025 • 3 adultsCaptain Mike Dean is experienced and professional. He has a great setup, a nice safe boat with a bathroom, and we had a fun day. I picked late October for our trip, which was too late in the season, but we caught fish anyway. We will be back.
Neil ThompsonRepeat angler5.0Verifiedlimited out quickly
Half Day – Walleye Trolling on June 29, 2026 • 3 adultswe were put on fish quickly and captain was very knowledgeable.
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Could not have asked for a better charter with my wife and our son!! Had great weather. Capt Mike got us on the fish!! We caught our limit as well. We cannot say enough about Capt Mike!!! He was great to interact with and really took the time to explain things to our son. His boat was well kept and organized. We will book with Capt Mike again and for years to come. Thank you Capt Mike not only for a great time but making lasting memories as a family!! The Miller Family
Thanks again for booking with me! I had a great time having your family out and hope to see you back! Thank you, Captain Mike
We had a great trip with Captain Mike. We booked a half day Perch charter and were not disappointed. The bite was slow, but the captain was able to put us on some fish at multiple locations. Overall a great experience! Would definitely book again with Tail Chaser.
Thanks Noah! Enjoy the rest of your stay! Captain Mike
What started out as a questionable choppy water day turned out to be a great fishing experience. Captain Mike put us on the fish and we were catching until we told him we had enough fish! Yes, after catching all we could handle we started to catch and release. Great day on our family trip up to Ohio from Texas. Thanks Captain Mike for the great Lake Erie Walleye experience.
Thanks for booking with me it was a great time taking your family out fishing! Hope to see you back again. Thanks, Captain Mike
The walleye were not biting very good at the beginning, but Captain Mike stayed with it and kept us on the fish. We hit our limit. Captain was great boat and gear great. Highly recommend Tail Chaser fishing charter. Already planning the next trip.
Thanks Kelly! Really appreciate you booking with me. Hope to see you back again. Thanks, Captain Mike
Cpt Mike with Tail Chaser was great. Put up with our ignorance and being in the way. Equipment worked great, boat was perfect. Everything all set for us to go out. Will certainly book with him again and highly recommend chartering with Tail Chaser.
Thank you Jeff! Had a great time taking you guys fishing and hope to see you back soon. Thanks, Captain Mike
FAQs about Tail Chaser Fishing Charters
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Walleye Trolling (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day – Walleye Trolling - 12:30 PM (4 hours)
- US $800 per person - Full Day – Walleye Trolling (7 hours)
- Toilet Electric flush spacious and clean
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Ice box For fish
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (Shakespeare)
- Live bait (Live bait is provided and its usually nite crawlers.)
- Lures
- Lake fishing (Lake Erie Islands)
- Trolling (All tackle is provided )
- Bass (White)
- Catfish
- Perch (White)
- Perch (Yellow)
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Walleye
Your captain
Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio, United States
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Captain Mike started fishing the Lake Erie Islands with his Dad at the age of five and has fished all his life. He says this is pretty much all he has done and all he has wanted to do. Mike decided early on to get his captain's license, and has spent the last 30 years fishing and guiding professionally. He is a relaxed person who likes to make charters fun. Mike's guests all say that his charters are very laid back and no pressure, which is what makes Mike a great choice. He loves taking people fishing for Walleye.
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How cancellations work
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.
How you can pay
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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