Captain Shawn has been fishing Lake Erie his entire life and started guiding in 2021 to share that experience with anglers of all ages and skill levels. Based in Cleveland, Shawn specializes in Walleye and has developed a particular passion for trolling and the equipment and techniques that go into consistently finding fish on the Great Lakes.
Throughout the Lake Erie season, Shawn runs Walleye trips aboard his fully equipped 24' Hewescraft Ocean Pro. Each year, he also heads to Olcott, New York for the late-summer Lake Ontario Salmon fishery, giving his anglers the chance to chase Chinook, Coho, Steelhead, and other Great Lakes species.
Whether you're fishing for the first time or chasing a new personal best, Shawn puts safety and comfort first and enjoys sharing the knowledge he's gained from a lifetime of Great Lakes fishing.
About Your Guide
Shawn Baneitto
Independent Guide
Captain Shawn has been fishing Lake Erie his entire life and started guiding in 2021 to share that experience with anglers of all ages and skill levels. Based in Cleveland, Shawn specializes in Walleye and has developed a particular passion for trolling and the equipment and techniques that go into consistently finding fish on the Great Lakes.
Throughout the Lake Erie season, Shawn runs Walleye trips aboard his fully equipped 24' Hewescraft Ocean Pro. Each year, he also heads to Olcott, New York for the late-summer Lake Ontario Salmon fishery, giving his anglers the chance to chase Chinook, Coho, Steelhead, and other Great Lakes species.
Whether you're fishing for the first time or chasing a new personal best, Shawn puts safety and comfort first and enjoys sharing the knowledge he's gained from a lifetime of Great Lakes fishing.
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