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Howard "Scott" Heston
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Howard "Scott" Heston

Sandusky, United States
100+ reviews
I have been fishing Lake Erie's Sandusky Bay for over 40 years and this will be my 3rd year running charters. Last year my charter was featured in Country Living Magazine (5/2016), Ohio Outdoor News (6/3/2016) and in Great Lakes Angler magazine (June-July 2016).

Charter

Rating

4.8
135 reviews
4.7
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (135)

Showing 1 – 5 of 135 reviews
  • Jeremy Thompson
    Jeremy Thompson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Another awesome trip

    4 Hour Trip (AM) (6 PAX) • 4 adults

    Captain put us on fish again! We are repeat customers, we do at least one trip a year. Fishing was great think we had the first one on before the anchor hit the bottom. caught a ton of big ones in the first spot. Then he moved us to second spot to catch the smaller fish for the cooler. Great trip!

  • Virginia Wilson
    Virginia Wilson
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    First Fishing trip with my grandkids!

    4 Hour Trip (PM) (6 PAX) • 4 adults • 1 child

    OMG. What a perfect day! Thank you for all your hard work helping getting the many fish we caught today. Both my grandsons were so excited to go on this trip and I can say they were not disappointed. We caught so many fish that before the end of the day I booked another trip! Thanks for a great memory!!

  • Nathan Owens
    Nathan Owens
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Couldn't ask for a better morning

    4 Hour Trip (AM) (6 PAX) • 2 adults

    Watching the sun rise, watching trains pass by, cathing fish left and right. I can't think of a much better way to spend the morning. Captain makes it very fun. Gives advice of where to cast and once the bite slows down, time for a new spot. Thanks again Capt, will be back again!

    Reported catch:
    Catfish
  • Dennis Oglesby
    Dennis Oglesby
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the water!

    6 hour Trip (PM) (6 PAX) • 2 adults

    For it being a "slow day" we still brought in 115 lbs of catfish. the season may be ending down, but it's not over yet! Captain Scott is great and we will absolutely be scheduling another trip with him next year!

    Reported catch:
    Catfish
  • Corey Schneberger
    Corey Schneberger
    Repeat angler
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2025
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    First time

    4 Hour Trip (PM) (6 PAX) • 2 adults

    This was our first time catfishing in Ohio and it was a blast! Filled a cooler full to take home and released some bigger sized ones. Captain was helpful and a lot of fun. We highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Catfish

Real catches shared by our community

  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    An angler proudly displaying a large catfish while fishing on a calm lake.
    Another great trip with constant action.
  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    Adult angler proudly holding a large catfish aboard a boat on calm coastal waters near a rock-lined shoreline.
    Nathan O.
    Nathan O.
    Watching the sun rise, watching trains pass by, cathing fish left and right. I can't think of a much better way to spend the morning. Captain makes it very fun. Gives advice of where to cast and once the bite slows down, time for a new spot. Thanks again Capt, will be back again!
  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    A cooler filled with multiple Catfish, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Dennis O.
    Dennis O.
    For it being a "slow day" we still brought in 115 lbs of catfish. the season may be ending down, but it's not over yet! Captain Scott is great and we will absolutely be scheduling another trip with him next year!
  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    Angler proudly displaying a catfish while fishing from a small boat on a calm waterway.
    Pedro S.
    Pedro S.
    Despite the weather we had a good time. Captain was great and kept us on fish even though conditions were tough. I highly recommend Captain Scott's catfish charter.
  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    A young angler proudly displaying a large catfish while fishing on a boat, with family members visible in the background.
    It's getting late in the year but we are still filling coolers.
  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    Young angler holding a long freshwater fish aboard a boat beneath a bridge.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Bullhead
    William D.
    William D.
    We gad a great day and caught lots of fish. The captain was very patient and helpful with my kids. I would definitely recommend.
  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    Angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat, enjoying a day on the water.
    Caught fish one after another today. Here are just a few.
  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catches of catfish while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    114 fish in 6 hours. Our big fish was 20lbs 2oz.
  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    A family proudly displaying their catch of catfish while enjoying a day on the water.
    We are still catching fish as fast as you can reel them in on the Sandusky Bay.
  • Captain Scott's Catfish Charter
    Captain Scott's Catfish CharterSandusky, OH
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of catfish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Charles G.
    Charles G.
    Captain Scott put us on fish within minutes of leaving the dock. After that it was nonstop action. We all caught some big cats, and enjoyed the whole morning.

What's biting with Captain Scott's Catfish Charter in Sandusky

Most of the Sandusky fishing charters are out of the water by November 15 and days are getting colder. The ice isn't setting yet, so your best bet is to do some casting from shore and get some last-minute Smallmouth Bass on the line.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

An angler proudly displaying a large catfish while fishing on a calm lake.

Constant Action on Today's Trip

Oct 4, 2026 • Sandusky
Another great trip with constant action.
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A young angler proudly displaying his catch, a sizable catfish, while fishing from a small boat on a calm waterway.

Coolers Still Getting Filled Late Season

Sep 18, 2026 • Sandusky
It's getting late in the year but we are still filling coolers.
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of fish while fishing from a small boat in a scenic waterway.

Nonstop Action: Fish One After Another

Sep 6, 2026 • Sandusky
Caught fish one after another today. Here are just a few.
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Two anglers proudly displaying their catches of catfish while enjoying a sunny day on the water.

Doubles and triples all day

Jul 30, 2026 • Sandusky
114 fish in 6 hours. Our big fish was 20lbs 2oz.
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A family proudly displaying their catch of catfish while enjoying a day on the water.

Big fish, fast action

Jul 12, 2026 • Sandusky
We are still catching fish as fast as you can reel them in on the Sandusky Bay.
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An angler proudly displaying a large Catfish while fishing with friends on a sunny day.

New boat record 31.5lb. Channel catfish

May 31, 2026 • Sandusky
Awesome day. 3 fish over 20lbs. Lot of fish in the teens
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