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Mark Szekely
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Mark Szekely

Conneaut, United States
10+ reviews
I was born and raised near Lake Erie and have always enjoyed fishing on it. I was one of the pioneers in bringing the charter business to this area. I was instrumental in the introduction of planer boards and dipsey divers to the Ashtabula and Conneaut region. I not only have experience in the Conneaut/Ashtabula area but also in the Western and Central Basins of Lake Erie using both jig and drift fishing techniques. I was also an ice fishing guide for many years! I have had articles written about me in such publications as,'The Cleveland Plain Dealer, Walleye Magazine,' and believe it or not, 'The Washington Post!'

Charter

Rating

5.0
17 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

All reviews (17)

Showing 1 – 5 of 17 reviews
  • John Ekiert
    John Ekiert
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great walleye trip

    Summer Trolling – Walleye (6 max) • 6 adults

    had a great time on the boat, fish were biting,captainand mate were very helpful and welcoming. Would take another trip with them

  • Davenia Hamilton Harding
    Davenia Hamilton Harding
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Did It Again

    Summer Trolling – Walleye (6 max) • 6 adults

    Second trip with Mark and first mate. Caught our limit within 3 hours. They are very friendly and helpful. Husband not able to stand for long period of times and they accommodate in the last minute with a chair. Grandsons first trip out on charter boat and absolutely loved it. Thanks again for the great time.

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    Happy to have you and always happy to accommodate! Glad you had a good time!

  • Darla Gant
    Darla Gant
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Gizmo charters

    Summer Trolling – Walleye (6 max) • 5 adults

    Excellent captain and mate. Great communication before the trip. We brought my 85 yo dad and they made sure he had a seat to fish from and helped get him safely on and off the boat. Fishing was excellent. We all got our limit.

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    thank you for being so generous your welcome anytime

  • Davenia Hamilton Harding
    Davenia Hamilton Harding
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with family

    Summer Trolling – Walleye (6 max) • 6 adults

    Had a great time. Caught our limit within 3 hours. Captain knew where to go and very helpful with all our questions.

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Luis Ortiz
    Luis Ortiz
    us
    Nevada, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Tagged out in half a day

    Summer Trolling • 6 adults

    Mark and Jordan were great and we had a great time "catching, not fishing." Nice size in our cooler at end of the trip and Captain worked hard to get us the best locations on a somewhat confusing day. Will repeat and recommend without hesitation. Book and enjoy.

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  • Gizzmo Charters
    Gizzmo ChartersConneaut, OH
    An angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while seated on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Davenia H.
    Davenia H.
    Second trip with Mark and first mate. Caught our limit within 3 hours. They are very friendly and helpful. Husband not able to stand for long period of times and they accommodate in the last minute with a chair. Grandsons first trip out on charter boat and absolutely loved it. Thanks again for the great time.
  • Gizzmo Charters
    Gizzmo ChartersConneaut, OH
    Angler actively reeling in a fish using a net aboard a fishing boat, with a scenic ocean backdrop during sunset.
    Davenia H.
    Davenia H.
    Had a great time. Caught our limit within 3 hours. Captain knew where to go and very helpful with all our questions.
  • Gizzmo Charters
    Gizzmo ChartersConneaut, OH
    Adult angler proudly holding a walleye on the deck of a fishing boat, with rods, coolers, and open-water scenery visible.
    Renee D.
    Renee D.
    Was a great time got our limit in 4 hours. Best experience ever. We will definitely be going again.
  • Gizzmo Charters
    Gizzmo ChartersConneaut, OH
    Captain mark fish n gizmo
    Rich .
    Rich .
    Let me just say captain mark knows where the fish are and knows the lake in his sleep. This outfit is the best and I highly recommend this boat and crew. Boat is very clean and easily accessible. Equipment worked great we had our limit in 2 hrs . Best boat in the Mariana .

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