Frequently Asked Questions
*What is the limit?
Walleye - 3 per person/per day in March and April.
The rest of the year, it is 6 per person/per day.
15" size limit.
Small Mouth Bass - 5 per person/per day
14 1/2" size limit.
Season opens last Saturday in June.
You may catch and release any time.
Yellow Perch - 30 per person/per day
Ohio has no possession limit for all species
What are Ohio License Fees?
Non-Resident
1
day ---- $11.00
3
day ---- $19.00
Annual --- $40.00
Resident
1 day ---- $11.00
Annual --- $19.00
No 3 day license available to Ohio Residents
You can buy your license at the convenience store where we are located
or online
Click here.
You do not need a license if you are:
16 years old or younger.
In the U.S. armed forces.
Assisting a person who is physically disabled as long as both people are
only using one fishing line.
Best Times to Fish?
Please refer to our fishing chart page
for this information.
Ohio State Records:
Walleye - 16 lbs. 3.04 oz. -- 33 inches long
By Tom Haberman
Small Mouth Bass - 9 lbs. 8 oz. -- 23 1/2 inches long
By Randy Van Dam
Yellow Perch - 2 lbs. 12 oz. -- 14 1/2 inches long.
By Charles Thomas
If we limit out early can we keep fishing?
Yes -- you may go after another species if available, or catch and
release the
remainder of the time. We do not return to the dock prematurely unless
you
wish too!!
Do you have a bathroom on the boat?
Yes.
Can we drink alcohol on the boat?
Yes. As long as everybody maintains good self control and no one else
is getting hurt and none of the equipment on the boat is getting
damaged.
If weather does not permit us to go out, do we get our deposit
back?
Yes. If we decide it is not safe or too rough to go out, we will
reschedule your trip or refund your deposit. If we know this is going
to happen ahead of time, we will call you and take care of it over the
telephone so you don't have to drive here for nothing. We also don't
take you out and hide behind islands and fish just to make money.
Does your lodging have air conditioning?
Yes. See our lodging page for all the comforts and conveniences of
home.
Do you have standard beds?
Yes. There are no bunk beds or mats. There are 6 individual twin-size
beds with all linens furnished fresh and clean with every group. See
our lodging page for pictures.
Do you have a reference list?
Yes. Contact us and we will be more than happy to give this list to
you!
Why Book Dream Charters?
1) We believe in giving people a fair deal for their money and we put it
in writing with our guarantee.
2) We always give 110%.
3) 17 + years of experience on Lake Erie.
4) We fish 7 days a week, so we know the movement of the fish and where
to locate them.
5) Over 60% repeat customers.
6) We don't return prematurely if you get your limit early.
7) Features
a) U.S.C.G. Licensed.
b) Ohio Licensed Guide.
c) 27' Sport Craft Boat
d) 454 engine
e) Full color Lawrence fish finder
f) G.P.S. navigation system
h) Fully insured.
i) All safety equipment
j) First aid equipment
k) Coast guard approved
l) Rods and tackle
m) Ice and cooler to keep your catch fresh
8) Located closest marina to the reef system (more time fishing and less
time boat riding!)
9) Lodging has air conditioning.
10) Lodging has standard beds.
11) Lodging has fire ring and firewood for campfire.
12) Lodging is at marina and walking distance to everything you need.
13) We have fish cleaning facilities within walking distance to lodging.
14) Walking distance to bar and restaurant.
15) We love having kids.
16) We love having lots and lots of fun.
