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Jim Kluth
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Jim Kluth

Lorain, United States
10+ reviews
Captain Jim is a retired Firefighter who has always loved fishing Mother Erie. in 2019 he crossed a major desire off his bucket list and became a Charter Captain. Hook And Ladder Charters was formed to offer all a wonderful fishing experience. Bring your cooler with food and drinks then leave the rest to Capt. Jim. Plenty of opportunities to assist while onboard or just relax and let the crew do there thing.Lake Erie sure helps the fun and very rarely dissapoints. Feel free to contact Capt. Jim with any guestions regarding trips

Charter

Rating

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

All reviews (12)

Showing 1 – 5 of 12 reviews
  • Nicholas Hoppel
    Nicholas Hoppel
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Great times with Hook & Ladder

    Half Day Trip • 5 adults

    Captain Jim took great care of our crew! He’s generous, knowledgeable, and humble. Thanks for showing us a great time— looking forward to the next trip.

    Reported catch:
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    Thanks for the kind words you guys were a pleasure to have out on the boat. Look forward to the next time.

  • Laurie Saunders
    Laurie Saunders
    us
    Michigan, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    4 hour charter with Captain Jim

    Half Day Trip • 2 adults

    Captain Jim impressed us from the start! He has been fishing in Lake Erie his whole life and runs his boat and equipment with finesse and precision! We had no trouble catching the Walleye’s, they just kept coming! He has great knowledge of the lake and knows right where to go! The best part was our experience from start to finish, we had a blast. So happy we found you, we thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it! Thanks Captain Jim! Edmond and Laurie

    Response from Captain

    Thank you and Edmund for the trip and the kind words. You were a pleasure to fish with. Hope to see you again one day when you make it back over to Ohio.

  • Jonathan Carr
    Jonathan Carr
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    A captain that cares and works hard to give a great experience.

    Half Day Trip • 6 adults • 4 children

    I booked a half charter with Jim over Labor day weekend 2021. He was very family friendly and an amazing host. The day prior he called me to explain the fishing was not going well that day due to many mid week storms and offered if I wanted to cancel. I decided to move forward and not let the weather ruin our first Lake Erie trip. The morning of, he was promptly at the boat, ready to let us in on the dock right on time. He was very prepared. He mentioned the waters were rough as another storm had come through over night. As we left the dock, he kept in touch with other boats to find out where and if anything was biting. We only went out about 4 miles or so due to 3-4' waves. His top priority was safety of his passengers and fishing next. He prepared many lines for my family of 6 trying to find fish for us. We kept at it for a few hours and even though we did not bring in a large catch, he worked extremely hard even with horrible fishing conditions. About 2 or so hours in, the waves were hitting above 4' and rocking the boat. No one got sick luckily as we all enjoy the water, but the fish just were not biting well. Jim did everything he could to give us a memorable fishing experience and believe it or not, we did. We did end the trip a bit early due to the rough conditions but my wife, myself, and kids were still very pleased as it was amazing being on the lake. We will go back and try again and hopefully hit the lake when its better weather. Jim is a gracious host and will work to do what it takes to give you that memorable experience. Thank you!

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Jonathan for the kind words. I have to tell you I have a bizarre sense of a first impression of people and then having it come true within the first 5 min. of a trip. When I found out your wonderful vacation plans for your family I knew it was going to be a great day. You guys sure fit a lot in for the weekend. It was my pleasure meeting you and your family and would love to have you back in June or July

  • Carl Space Sr
    Carl Space Sr
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Hook and ladder charters

    Half Day Trip • 4 adults

    Had a Awsome time fishing with capt jim today .. couldn’t have had a better day weather wise. I’d recommend him to anyone,

    Response from Captain

    It was nice meeting you folks and a pleasure to fish with you. Hope to see you again in the future.

  • Gary Meade
    Gary Meade
    Repeat angler
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    6 Hour Trip • 3 adults

    Despite some adverse weather Captain Jim got us on fish and worked hard to get our limits. We would recommend this charter

    Response from Captain

    Hey Gary, it was great meeting you three and a pleasure fishing with you. Thank you so much for the booking and hope to see you again.

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