Captain
John Ernst

Member since June 2021 Saratoga Springs, United States
Background
My name is John Ernst and I am a NYS Licensed Guide. I have a wonderful wife and 2 great kids that enjoy fishing as much as I do. I have been fishing semi Professional for 15+ years and have many Top 10 finishes. My goal is to give you absolutely the best and safest fishing experience that I can provide.

Hey, I'm Captain John Ernst

Saratoga Springs, United States
Background
My name is John Ernst and I am a NYS Licensed Guide. I have a wonderful wife and 2 great kids that enjoy fishing as much as I do. I have been fishing semi Professional for 15+ years and have many Top 10 finishes. My goal is to give you absolutely the best and safest fishing experience that I can provide.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(26 reviews)
Saratoga Springs
 Last booking: 5 days ago
Trips from US $400
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(1 review)
Northville
Trips from US $400

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 27 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (21)
Great experience!
A day in the rain
John. Was grate \/ Fun
+18
Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Joseph K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

John. Was grate / Fun

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip on May 22, 2025
It was my familyโ€™s first fishing charter. John made everything so fun. We all learned so much from him. Thereโ€™s was four...
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Alexa S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A day in the rain

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on May 31, 2025
John took us out in the pouring rain to fish. We had so much fun. John was very kind, attentive, and put us in some good fishing...
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Ivette M.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience for beginners

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on August 2, 2024
My first time fishing. Captain was patient & taught me a great deal. Fishing at the lake was fun but during this time of year...
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Tom L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great experience!

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on June 1, 2025
Capt John was flexible with planning, responsive, and we had a great time. Thanks John!
Tom L. recommends A Line In The Water โ€“ Saratoga Lake
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Tammy D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on May 11, 2025
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