Captain Bill has been hooked on fishing since he was a kid, when catching his first Bluegill sparked a lifelong passion for being on the water. Since then, he's logged countless hours fishing the diverse waters of Western New York, building experience that stretches from panfish and Walleye to hard-fighting Lake Ontario Salmon and Trout.
Today, Captain Bill enjoys sharing that experience with anglers of every skill level. He especially welcomes kids and families and knows that sometimes the most memorable fish isn't necessarily the biggest one. Whether you're watching a youngster catch their first Bluegill, jigging for Walleye, battling a Smallmouth Bass, or grabbing the rod when a Lake Ontario Salmon hits the trolling spread, Captain Bill wants everyone aboard to enjoy the experience.
Depending on your trip and target species, Captain Bill fishes Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, the Finger Lakes, and other productive Western New York waters. His wide-ranging local experience allows him to adjust locations and techniques based on the season, conditions, and what your group hopes to catch.
From panfish to Salmon, Captain Bill still loves...
About Your Guide
Bill Vogt
Independent Guide
Captain Bill has been hooked on fishing since he was a kid, when catching his first Bluegill sparked a lifelong passion for being on the water. Since then, he's logged countless hours fishing the diverse waters of Western New York, building experience that stretches from panfish and Walleye to hard-fighting Lake Ontario Salmon and Trout.
Today, Captain Bill enjoys sharing that experience with anglers of every skill level. He especially welcomes kids and families and knows that sometimes the most memorable fish isn't necessarily the biggest one. Whether you're watching a youngster catch their first Bluegill, jigging for Walleye, battling a Smallmouth Bass, or grabbing the rod when a Lake Ontario Salmon hits the trolling spread, Captain Bill wants everyone aboard to enjoy the experience.
Depending on your trip and target species, Captain Bill fishes Lake Erie, Lake Ontario, the Finger Lakes, and other productive Western New York waters. His wide-ranging local experience allows him to adjust locations and techniques based on the season, conditions, and what your group hopes to catch.
From panfish to Salmon, Captain Bill still loves the same thing that got him started: seeing that bobber disappear or feeling the unmistakable tug of a fish on the other end of the line. He looks forward to sharing that excitement with you on your next Western New York fishing adventure!
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