Testimonials

“Great day… Capt Mike was awesome “
Went fishing on Aug 25, 2024

Great day, Capt Mike communicated everything! Took us to a great spot, we had a great family experience.

Paul Corto recommends Hook’in Hogs Fishing Charter LLC – Striper
 
“Do it.”
Went fishing on Aug 27, 2024

This charter is affordable but doesn’t have a cheap or budget feel. Quality gear, quality boat, quality captain, and quality fishing water.

Alexander Giaccone recommends Hook’in Hogs Fishing Charter – Ranger
 
“Hookin Hogs was excellent”
Went fishing on Aug 23, 2024

Will definitely book with Mike again next time I’m in Cleveland. I don’t know how it could have been better. Fast action, nice equipment, and boat, all I had to do was show up

Shawn Morrissey recommends Hook’in Hogs Fishing Charter – Cleveland
“Hit our limit by 11;00am!!”
Went fishing on Aug 17, 2024

Six guys went out and we all hit our limit—no fish was under 16” and up! Left with a haul of BIG HOGS and enough walleye to last all winter! Captain Mike takes his job seriously, and even in some good sized choppy Erie waves, knew his stuff and got us fish!

Susan Palchesko recommends Hook’in Hogs Fishing Charter LLC – Striper
 
jr hendrixjr hendrix
19:25 29 Sep 24
Was great time and enjoyed it. Captain Mike was great and very helpful.Walleye fishing was great. Highly recommend
molly woodmolly wood
12:33 16 Sep 24
This was our first time fishing with Hooking Hogs Fishing Charters. Bite was slow at first, but Captain Mike was amazing! He did everything to put us the fish, and he didn't disappoint. We limited out, and we caught some hogs!Thanks Mike Dowdall for a great experience. We will be booking with you in the future. Fish on!!
Brian LeJeuneBrian LeJeune
20:59 04 Sep 24
Our family had a blast fishing on Captain Mike’s boat Nice, clean, spacious boat. Plenty of space for all 5 of us. He is very knowledgeable of the lake and within minutes getting to our spot we had fish on!! A few hours later we got our limit! Super nice guy, who worked hard for us! Definitely would recommend going with Hooking Hogs Charter. Our kids had an awesome experience and want to make it a yearly tradition. Thank you Captain Mike! Fish On!!
Linda TuttleLinda Tuttle
18:18 03 Sep 24
Mike was extremely patient and helpful with my daughter who had special needs. He dropped lines and we immediately started catching fish. Caught our limit and had a blast. Highly recommend Mike and Hook'n Hogs!!!
Xander GXander G
19:17 27 Aug 24
Mike is an experienced and efficient captain. However he’s not in a rush and makes great conversation. I made a special request that we target steelhead if we limited on walleye and he gave us a full extra hour after our limit. Didn’t get a steelhead but caught two 24”+ walleye that filled in some of the captains slots of the limit. Also another guy caught a 28.5” fish Ohio walleye that weighed in at 7lbs 4oz, if thats not hookin’ hogs I don't know what is. Overall was a great time talking, learning, and fishing!
David RoeDavid Roe
02:13 17 Aug 24
Nice clean boat with a very knowledgeable captain! Mike got us on the walleye right away and we got a three person limit in less than 2 hours!
Stephanie ThiessStephanie Thiess
15:20 16 Aug 24
Captain Mike took us on a fun and very successful walleye fishing charter out of Geneva Ohio this morning! The boat was spotless and well equipped. He taught and showed us exactly what we needed to do and we each caught our limit. I learned a lot and he was very patient with me which as a 71 year old female (and enthusiastic but novice fisherwoman) I greatly appreciated. Dinner tonight is gonna be great!!!!
Kaelyn KnodererKaelyn Knoderer
10:40 15 Aug 24
Mike was friendly, professional, and made sure everyone had a great time. Most importantly, we caught some great fish!
Lee HollensheadLee Hollenshead
18:52 14 Aug 24
Had an incredible day on the water with Captain Mike. Mike is very professional and is focused on making it a wonderful day on the water for you and your clients/family. Great personality and communication with quick responses to any questions. Will be booking again.
Luke DattilioLuke Dattilio
16:14 14 Aug 24
Had a great time! Maxed out on walleye! Captain Mike was terrific!! Highly recommend!
Mike ZocoloMike Zocolo
16:04 13 Aug 24
Was an awesome experience!!! Highly recommend Captain Mike for your next fishing trip!!!
Ashlie ElmerAshlie Elmer
16:23 05 Aug 24
This was my second year fishing with Captain Mike and wouldn't go anywhere else! We maxed out Walleye during both trips. He is very knowledgeable and energetic. The boat is spacious and clean. He also filets and rinses the fish after the trip. It is bagged and ready to take home so you don't have to worry about anything. Thanks for always making our trips memorable and a great time!!
jill guntonjill gunton
11:30 05 Aug 24
We loved Captain Mike. It was our first time & we will definitely be back!! We highly recommend Hookin Hogs Fishing Charters 🎣
Greg ButcherGreg Butcher
01:23 02 Aug 24
Lifelong memories created. Captain Mike had us on the fish and the action was nonstop. My sons, (10 and 14) will forever remember the great time catching Lake Erie gold!!!! Thanks again Captain!!
heidi bennerheidi benner
00:38 01 Aug 24
Fantastic Morning of fishing- our two boys got to catch some serious fish. Capt. Mike kept us busy- "FISH ON!"......all morning long! Fantastic charter, worth every penny.
Erin GarlitzErin Garlitz
02:53 30 Jul 24
Best of the best! It's like fishing with a friend. Captain Mike was patient and knowledgeable. We caught our limit in 4 hours (fast, but not too fast) We loved his energy! Would absolutely book again! You'd be crazy to pass him up when looking for a walleye charter. "FISH ON!!"
Kevin PearceKevin Pearce
12:03 25 Jul 24
Visiting the area from Texas and decided I just had to try the fantastic Walleye Fishing in the area. Hookin Hogs Fishing Charters was able to add me to one of their trips as a solo fisherman. Met Capt. Mike at the Geneva State Park dock on 7/24/24. We departed at 6 AM sharp along with the two other fisherman and headed north about 12 miles onto Lake Erie. As soon as Mike slowed the boat, we started seeing fish on the electronic fish finder. As he was setting the third rod out, we had fish on the first two rods in the water. Big walleye started coming over the rail, one after the other. At one point, we were trolling nine rods and had five fish on at the same time! Highly recommend Capt. Mike and Hookin Hogs Fishing Charters, Geneva On The Lake, if you are interested in catching big walleye on Lake Erie.
Scott PefferScott Peffer
23:21 23 Jul 24
Captain Mike was great got us on the fish had a great day fishing will book with him again! Fish on!
Dani HamiltonDani Hamilton
00:08 23 Jul 24
Great trip out with Captain Mike! This was our second time out with Hookin Hogs and this time we brought the kiddos (4 and 7) they had an amazing time. Had us on fish right away and we had our limits within a few hours. Many times the boys were both reeling in fish at the same time.
Timothy ChamboraTimothy Chambora
22:48 15 Jul 24
Claus PlötzClaus Plötz
22:18 14 Jul 24
We were fishing with Captain Mike today - we've been very successful, caught fish up to the limit and most of them were pretty big. We had a great day and enjoyed the time on Lake Erie with Captain Mike a lot! And finally the recommendation to take some fish to the restaurant The Boot was perfect as well - there you got your freshly caught fish cooked for you and can enjoy it even more
Eric DavisEric Davis
17:38 12 Jul 24
Kaitlyn MitchellKaitlyn Mitchell
17:44 07 Jul 24
Captain Mike was awesome! Great guy all around, and can put you on fish. He gets the small ones off quick to get you on some hogs!
Stephen GrubbsStephen Grubbs
01:24 03 Jul 24
My kids and I had a blast and Mike was excellent. He put us on fish quickly and all morning we got a limit and got his limit as well as had him clean the fish and have a cooler full to take home. I would highly encourage using Mike for your fishing charter
Willian LangeWillian Lange
23:48 28 Jun 24
My son and I had an excellent experience catching walleye with Captain Mike! He is very helpful and goes out of his way to make the trip enjoyable! He finds walleye! Family recommended!
cody zahlercody zahler
00:14 17 Jun 24
Captain Mike was excellent. He’s extremely knowledgeable and made it a very fun experience for everyone. Plus we caught tons of walleye. You’re gonna have a good time with captain Mike, I guarantee it.
James CravenJames Craven
20:55 16 Jun 24
Captain Mike is flat out awesome. Very knowledgeable and professional when it comes to fishing. Add in a great sense of humor to keep things interesting for a great day out on Lake Erie. Fish on!
Melissa EichelbergerMelissa Eichelberger
01:19 16 Jun 24
My 12 year old daughter and I went out with captain mike and had a great time. I don’t want to sound sexiest but a fishing charter can sound kind of intimidating and masculine….but if you’re with a group of women, or a mother/daughter duo looking to try your hand at fishing, you can’t go wrong with captain mike! He was super kind and such a gentleman. It was a pleasure! Also, even though we didn’t intend to take the fish home, curiosity won- and we did. NO REGRETS! Delicious!!!
James DwyerJames Dwyer
23:11 14 Jun 24
Captain Mike is awesome!!!! He worked his a^£ off for us. We would recommend Mike for your next adventure great guy awesome boat great fishingScott & Kelly
Joshua MossingJoshua Mossing
01:14 12 Jun 24
Capt Mike is an excellent captain, he will put you on the fish and will make sure you have fun! Would 10/10 recommend Hookin’ Hogs! Limited out! Couple of 26”+ fish Thanks again Capt Mike
Brittany MasonBrittany Mason
01:40 07 Jun 24
Awesome time on Lake Erie. Me and my husband were visiting from Texas and had an amazing trip with Captain Mike. I will definitely book again and will recommend him to everyone.
Mike ZMike Z
20:14 02 Jun 24
Had a great time fishing walleye with Captain Mike and his crew. He’s got great equipment and a ton of knowledge. Between him and his guys, it was like fishing with old friends.
Capt’ Mike; I can’t thank you enough for our last trip! I can’t remember the last time I had so much fun!! You always put us on fish and we have a blast while doing it! “Fish Ooooooooon!” Thanks again Captain Mike!!
Sue CrosonSue Croson
17:30 29 Apr 24
Mike was incredibly responsive and great to work with. I highly recommend booking your next charter with Hookin Hogs Fishing Charters!
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