Captain
Chuck Simonet

Member since March 2019 Wolcott, United States
Background
As a kid, my family spent summers on Lake Ontario. I spent many days fishing with my father and grandfather. About 15 years ago, I moved from Boston to be at the lake full time, hence the name of my boat and got back into what I loved since I was a kid. In 2013, I bought a much bigger boat and got my captain's license. Now I enjoy showing what the Great Lakes have to offer. Whether you're a seasoned fisherman, someone new to the sport, or a kid with his/her first King on the line, everyone gets excited when that fish hits the deck...and it never gets old for me!
Techniques
We like to troll near shore in the months of April and May for Browns, Steelhead, Atlantics, Coho, and Kings (Chinook). In June, we typically move offshore and target Steelhead and Lakers, unless there are some Kings around. And in July, August, and September, we are seeking Kings, sometimes a bigger class of Browns if the bite is on. In the later fall months, when the water cools down we'll fish near shore looking for Browns and Rainbows again.

Hey, I'm Captain Chuck Simonet

Wolcott, United States
Background
As a kid, my family spent summers on Lake Ontario. I spent many days fishing with my father and grandfather. About 15 years ago, I moved from Boston to be at the lake full time, hence the name of my boat and got back into what I loved since I was a kid. In 2013, I bought a much bigger boat and got my captain's license. Now I enjoy showing what the Great Lakes have to offer. Whether you're a seasoned fisherman, someone new to the sport, or a kid with his/her first King on the line, everyone gets excited when that fish hits the deck...and it never gets old for me!
Techniques
We like to troll near shore in the months of April and May for Browns, Steelhead, Atlantics, Coho, and Kings (Chinook). In June, we typically move offshore and target Steelhead and Lakers, unless there are some Kings around. And in July, August, and September, we are seeking Kings, sometimes a bigger class of Browns if the bite is on. In the later fall months, when the water cools down we'll fish near shore looking for Browns and Rainbows again.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(136 reviews)
Wolcott
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Trips from US $600

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 136 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Trip was Rescheduled and Subbed
Trip was Rescheduled and Subbed
What a great crew and boat
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Fernando R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Trip was Rescheduled and Subbed

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip (PM) on September 27, 2025
No complaints here, unfortunately I booked a little late in the season and Chuckโ€™s boat had to be taken out of the water....
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Richard M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boston Angler with Captain Chuck and First Mate Al

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (PM) on August 10, 2025
I would recommend this charter to all. Very pleasant crew and very accommodating ย  The Boston Angler was very clean and roomy....
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Daniel L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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What a great crew and boat

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (PM) on August 30, 2025
We met Chuck and Tara at their beautiful spacious well equipped boat.ย  We stated on time and were on fish almost immediately...
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Adrianna R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

He was so incredibly helpful for my boyfriendโ€™s crew!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (PM) on August 16, 2025
They originally had an afternoon trip planned and he contacted us saying biting hasnโ€™t been good and if they wanted to they...
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JAMIE C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 13, 2025
great charter, great fishing 100% recommend
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