About Your Guide

James Piano

Independent Guide
Captain James has spent more than 30 years fishing the waters of Lake Ontario and loves sharing that experience with anglers of all skill levels. His focus is simple—work hard, stay on fish, and make sure everyone onboard has a great time doing it.

Whether you’re brand new to Great Lakes fishing or a seasoned angler chasing trophy Trout and Salmon, Captain James enjoys helping guests learn, improve, and experience the excitement of landing quality fish. For him, nothing beats seeing the reaction when a customer hooks into a big one.

About Your Guide

James Piano

Independent Guide
Captain James has spent more than 30 years fishing the waters of Lake Ontario and loves sharing that experience with anglers of all skill levels. His focus is simple—work hard, stay on fish, and make sure everyone onboard has a great time doing it.

Whether you’re brand new to Great Lakes fishing or a seasoned angler chasing trophy Trout and Salmon, Captain James enjoys helping guests learn, improve, and experience the excitement of landing quality fish. For him, nothing beats seeing the reaction when a customer hooks into a big one.
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Salmon & Trout Fishing

NEW 1 - 12 People 5 - 8 Hours From $650
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing
Salmon & Trout Fishing

About Your Trip

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Spend the day chasing trophy Trout and Salmon on the waters of Lake Ontario out of Rochester and Wilson, two of the lake’s premier fishing ports. These trips are designed around targeting some of the best freshwater gamefish in North America while giving anglers of all experience levels a productive and comfortable day on the water.

Trips are available in 5, 6, and 8-hour formats, allowing you to choose anything from a shorter morning run...

About Your Trip

Spend the day chasing trophy Trout and Salmon on the waters of Lake Ontario out of Rochester and Wilson, two of the lake’s premier fishing ports. These trips are designed around targeting some of the best freshwater gamefish in North America while giving anglers of all experience levels a productive and comfortable day on the water.

Trips are available in 5, 6, and 8-hour formats, allowing you to choose anything from a shorter morning run
to a full day covering offshore water and trolling multiple depths throughout the lake.

Depending on the season and current conditions, you may target Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Steelhead, Chinook Salmon, and Coho Salmon while trolling a variety of setups across productive Lake Ontario water. Both light and heavy tackle may be used throughout the trip depending on the species and conditions for the day.

Fishing takes place aboard a 33’ Tiara sportfishing boat equipped for Great Lakes trolling and built to comfortably fish up to 6 anglers. The boat features modern Furuno electronics, downriggers, GPS, fishfinder systems, enclosed facilities, kitchen area, refrigerator, bed, and onboard restroom and shower for added comfort throughout the day.

All rods, reels, tackle, and lures are included, along with fish cleaning and bagging at the end of the trip so your catch is ready to take home. A first mate is also onboard throughout the trip to assist with setup, fishing, and landing fish.

No prior experience is necessary. Whether you’re a longtime Great Lakes angler or stepping onto a charter boat for the first time, the crew works hard to make the trip approachable, productive, and enjoyable for everyone onboard—including kids and families.

At the end of the day, the goal is simple: great fishing, great memories, and a fun day on Lake Ontario chasing trophy Trout and Salmon.
Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Salmon & Trout Fishing
Boat Type
Cuddy Cabin
Boat Manufacturer
Tiara
Year Built
1988
Boat Length
33'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Cuddy Cabin
Boat Manufacturer
Tiara
Year Built
1988
Boat Length
33'
Boat Restroom
Yes
Engine Manufacturer
Crusaders
Total Horsepower
700
Number of Engines
2
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Bed, Kitchen, Refrigerator, Ice box, Rods/Reels/Tackle, Child friendly
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Spearfishing
Trolling

Type of Fishing

Lake

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