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Ben Patkus
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Ben Patkus

Port Stanley, Canada
25+ reviews
Captain Ben Patkus grew up in Port Burwell, ON and spent most of his childhood fishing Lake Erie. He fell in love with the nature in his backyard and became fascinated with the diversity of wildlife that this area hosts. Over the decades, he's become an expert in targeting Perch, Trout, Pickerel, and many other freshwater species. He specializes in trolling and knows all the best feeding spots to have you on fish in no time! Capt. Ben puts safety above everything else. He's Transport Canada certified in MEDA3, SVOP, Marine First Aid, and CPR and his boat is fully equipped with all the necessary safety gear you'd need for a safe and stress-free trip.

Charter

Rating

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

All reviews (29)

Showing 1 – 5 of 29 reviews
  • Scott Harrop
    Scott Harrop
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Great trip

    Walleye Charter 1/2 day • 6 adults

    If you’re looking to have the full experience charter this is your guy! Had a little experience down rigging in the past but this added a whole new element to the fun! Dig right in setting lines checking things actually doing some work so your more involved. We had a great time with Ben and will be doing it again.

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Shelley Graham
    Shelley Graham
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day fishing

    Walleye Charter 1/2 day • 6 adults • 2 children

    Had a great time catching Walleye out on lake erie, was a very fun day, and it was nice to have the fish cleaned up and ready to cook up when we got home, thank you v much Capt Ben!

  • GARY Renaud
    GARY Renaud
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Ben is class act & is amster at his craft of fishing....limited out!!

    Special 5 hours trip for GARY Renaud • 2 adults

    Captain Ben is class act & is master at his craft of fishing....limited out!!

  • Lini Sopoco
    Lini Sopoco
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    September fishing trip

    Walleye Charter 1/2 day • 4 adults
  • Carole Bissonnette
    Carole Bissonnette
    ca
    Ontario, Canada
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing day on the lake

    6 Hour Trip – Weekend (AM) • 4 adults

    We decided to go on the lake fishing for our anniversary, we found the fish whisperer out of Port Burwell. Ben was great, his boat is large and perfect for fishing on the lake. Ben knows his stuff and has state of the art equipment. We highly recommend. We can't wait to do this again.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Stanley, ON
    A family group proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on a sunny day aboard a fishing boat.
    This group of bandits made off with a chest of Lake Erie gold. Handled the day like pros.
  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Stanley, ON
    A family proudly displaying their catch of fish on a boat, showcasing a fun day of fishing together.
    Another great family outing. A delayed start to wait for calmer water paid off for this group. Excelkent job.
  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Stanley, ON
    A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on a boat after a successful fishing trip.
    Scott H.
    Scott H.
    If you’re looking to have the full experience charter this is your guy! Had a little experience down rigging in the past but this added a whole new element to the fun! Dig right in setting lines checking things actually doing some work so your more involved. We had a great time with Ben and will be doing it again.
  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Stanley, ON
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Finished with 16 nice fish threw back 4 lost 3 caught 2 sheapshead
  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Rowan, ON
    An angler proudly displaying a Walleye caught during a fishing trip on a sunny day.
    Carole B.
    Carole B.
    We decided to go on the lake fishing for our anniversary, we found the fish whisperer out of Port Burwell. Ben was great, his boat is large and perfect for fishing on the lake. Ben knows his stuff and has state of the art equipment. We highly recommend. We can't wait to do this again.
  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Rowan, ON
    A variety of freshly caught fish, including Walleye, neatly arranged on a cleaning table at a fishing dock.
    Gord S.
    Gord S.
    Caught lots of fish so was a very enjoyable afternoon. Captain Ben knows his stuff and also helped with the fish cleaning which was good. Only thing is the price is a little high.
  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Rowan, ON
    Young angler holding a freshly caught fish aboard a small fishing boat, with another angler visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Northern Pike
    Christopher N.
    Christopher N.
    It was a really good day. We caught alot of fish and we had a great captain.
  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Rowan, ON
    Angler proudly displaying two caught fish at the marina, with a fishing boat in the background.
    Fish 1
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Hugh J.
    Hugh J.
    was an amazing experience. just the ride on the boat alone was enough. got some bits that we were also proud of
  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Rowan, ON
    Side view of a white fishing boat cruising offshore, with the boat name and 2530 XL markings visible against an open ocean backdrop.
    Milena B.
    Milena B.
    Ben is a fabulous captain! He takes the time and has the patience to answer all of our questions. My two boys loved the experience and thrill of catching big fish. Great memories!
  • Fish Whisperer Charters
    Fish Whisperer ChartersPort Rowan, ON
    Angler proudly holds a large silver mackerel aboard a center-console fishing boat on calm open water.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    Lorrain (.
    Lorrain (.
    A superior day, with helpful knowledgeable Captain Ben. Will definitely book again soon.

Fishing reports

A family group proudly displaying their catch of Walleye on a sunny day aboard a fishing boat.

Lake Erie Gold Haul: Smooth Operation

Aug 18, 2026 • Port Stanley
This group of bandits made off with a chest of Lake Erie gold. Handled the day like pros.
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A family proudly displaying their catch of fish on a boat, showcasing a fun day of fishing together.

Calmer Waters Made for a Great Family Tr

Aug 17, 2026 • Port Stanley
Another great family outing. A delayed start to wait for calmer water paid off for this group. Excelkent job.
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Walleye while enjoying a sunny day on the water.

Port Stanley

Jul 9, 2026 • Port Stanley
Finished with 16 nice fish threw back 4 lost 3 caught 2 sheapshead
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A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of multiple fish, including a notable large fish, in front of a charter boat after a successful fishing trip.

Port Burwell

Jul 21, 2019 • Port Stanley
33eyes bow on a man charter 59 o 65 fow most productive Caught using 6 colour lead core and blue rrf
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A serene view of the water at sunset, showcasing the calm surface and reflections, with fishing rods visible in the foreground.

Port Burwell mon nite

Jul 15, 2019 • Port Stanley
Boxed 19 eyes. Lost that many. 2 bows. 5 and 6 lead gold rrf and blue rrf. Dipsy on 3 back 140 and 160. Dipsy on 2 back 125. Dipsy on 1 back 100. Pink panties on rigger back 100 down 45. Set up in 47 trolled out to 62. Twice we had no rods in water and fish flopping in bottom of boat. 6 lead was best
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An angler proudly displaying a large Walleye while fishing on a boat in open water.

Saturday

Jul 7, 2019 • Port Stanley
7 eyes caught with 1over 8 pounds All on dipsy
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