Shamrock Fishing Charter’s History
Shamrock Fishing Charters was established by my father-in-law, Captain Roger. I, Captain John Nickell, currently manage the business. Captain Roger was a skilled fisherman who taught me about the charter industry. He was also a passionate outdoorsman and a champion pistol shooter in Ohio during the late 1960s. Although he is no longer with us, his legacy continues to thrive through our business.
The Early Years
“I spent 35 years working in the printing and packaging industry while running Lake Erie Walleye Charters on weekends. Captain Roger handled trips during the week. After retiring from my previous job, I now run the charter business full-time. While there are many skilled “weekend” captains, there’s no denying the value of a captain with full-time experience.” 
“Learn Lake Erie Fishing Techniques with Captain John
Shamrock Fishing Charters provides an authentic and exciting sports fishing experience. We spend almost every day on the water, which keeps us up-to-date with all the best fishing spots. With this knowledge, you have the best chance of catching the maximum number of walleye or perch.
We offer drift fishing or trolling for walleye and allow our clients to handle their rods, reels, and lures.
It gives you an exciting, hands-on experience with various fishing techniques. It’s the most fun and exciting way to spend your day on Lake Erie.
When you set the hook into this aggressive game fish, the excitement will stay with you for a lifetime. Our charter boat is fully equipped with the best drifting and trolling gear to meet the current conditions of Lake Erie.
The Western Basin Is Where The Action Is!! 
In the Western Basin of Lake Erie, we primarily fish for walleye and yellow perch. Throughout the season, we use various fishing styles and techniques that depend on the current lake conditions and weather. At the start of the season, we might jig with hair jigs for walleye or troll with crankbaits in deeper water.
As the season warms, we drift and cast a spinner harness tipped with a worm or troll various spoons with jet divers. Lake conditions such as current, wind, migration patterns, and viability play essential roles in the style of fishing your captain chooses on a given day. Shamrock Fishing Charters provides our clients the best opportunity for a successful fishing day on Lake Erie.
We recommend convenient overnight lodging at Lake Erie Charters-Lodging, close to our marina at Meinke West Marina. Don’t miss out on the best fishing option on Lake Erie. Call Captain John to reserve your fishing trips with Shamrock Fishing Charters today. 
Shamrock Fishing Charters is in Lake Erie’s Western Basin, famously known as “The Walleye Capital of the World!”
Walleye fishing is one of the most popular activities among anglers. You will likely become hooked if you fish in the Western Basin of Lake Erie! Walleyes feed aggressively and in large schools. They offer great fun for anglers of all ages and are sought after for their delicious flavor!
