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Planning

What you need to know

What to bring:

  • Valid Ontario Fishing Licence
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Appropriate clothing for the weather (it’s often cooler on the water –  it’s a good idea to bring an extra layer)
  • Motion sickness tablets (should be taken at least 1 hr before departure)
  • Cooler to bring fish home in (this stays in the vehicle)
  • Cooler with drinks and food
  • Sunscreen
  • Lifejackets for children

Fishing Licence:

All guests 18 and over, up to 65 years old, must have a fishing licence valid for the day of your trip. A one-day sports fishing licence is sufficient and can be purchased online, at Canadian Tire stores and at local fishing tackle shops. Go to Ontario.ca/fishing for full details, and note that the rules are different for Canadian and non-Canadian residents.

Online link: https://www.ontario.ca/page/fishing

Lifejackets:

The boat is equipped with Transport Canada approved life jackets for all guests onboard. If you wish to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) on the water at all times, please bring your own. The TC approved life jackets are for emergency use only and are not comfortable to wear at all times. All children should wear their own proper-fitting PFD at all times.

Where to meet:

Since we fish in multiple waters, there are options for where we will meet. The launching location will be communicated by Captain Matt no later than the day before (AM trips) or the morning of (PM trips). We may launch from the following locations:

Lake Huron:

  • Andrew S. Brandt Marina, Sarnia Bay – 97 Seaway Rd, Sarnia, ON N7T 8E6 –  Directions
  • R & R Marina, Kettle Point – 9346 Lake Rd, Lambton Shores, ON N0N 1J1 – Directions
  • Port Franks Boat Ramp (formerly Christine’s) – 10072 Poplar Avenue Port Franks ON N0M 2L0 – Directions

Lake Erie:

  • Port Glasgow Yacht Club Marina – 8536 Haven’s Lake Rd, Rodney, ON N0L 2C0 – Directions
  • Erieau Marina – 1515 Kerr Ave, Erieau, ON N0P 1N0 – Directions

St. Clair River:

  • Andrew S. Brandt Marina, Sarnia Bay – 97 Seaway Rd, Sarnia, ON N7T 8E6 – Directions
  • Mooretown Boat Ramp – 1071-1079 St Clair Pkwy, Mooretown, ON N0N 1M0 – Directions


The fish and the gear:

We supply all of the fishing equipment regardless of the style of fishing. When we fish the Great Lakes, all of the lines will be set and managed by the Captain and all you will need to worry about is having fun while reeling in your catch.

When fishing Lake Huron, we troll for a variety of species such as coho salmon, atlantic salmon, chinook salmon, rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout and walleye (pickerel). While the catch rates are not as high as Erie fishing, the quality and size of the fish tend to be better. Chinook salmon can weigh as much as 25 lbs with no other freshwater species competing for the quality of the fight.

When fishing Lake Erie, we troll mainly for walleye (pickerel) and rainbow trout. Incidental catches may include coho salmon, chinook salmon, silver bass, sheepshead and lake perch. It is very common to catch limits of walleye when fishing Lake Erie; be prepared for a lot of fish! Clients are often surprised by the amount of fish they go home with. It is best to store your catch using a vacuum sealer or frozen in water.

The St. Clair River is a completely different style of fishing. Guests are provided with their own rod and reel for either jigging or bottom bouncing. We fish from Mooretown to the mouth of the St. Clair River. The fishing is best from April to May and October to December. The size of the fish tends to be smaller, but the lighter equipment makes the experience just as exciting! Mixed charters (multiple singles) can be an option for river fishing.

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