About Capt Andy:
I am a multi-species angler specializing in groups of 1-4 persons on the waters of Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. I have been fishing these waters for over 20 years and wish share my knowledge and love of fishing these waters. I am running charters for walleye and perch on Lake Erie and trout and salmon on Lake Ontario. I hold a Masters level U.S.C.G. license, and have charter boat guide license with the state of Ohio. My vessel will be inspected by the U.S.C.G. for the 2024 season. My main objective is to give you the safest most enjoyable day on the water as I possibly can.
Boat:
For 2024 I will be running charters with my Starcraft 210 Fishmaster powered by a 200 hp Mercury Verado. This boat was built for the big waters of the Great Lakes. It is one of the premier sport fishing boats being built today. Fishing from a smaller boat has its advantages and the experience is exhilarating.
Ports:
Serving several ports on Lake Erie. Since I keep my boat on a trailer this allows me to chase the fish as they migrate from west to east. Approximately mid-May the walleye fishing starts around Cleveland. Perch fishing is usually found off most areas at various times of the year. My favorite ports are Edgewater, Wildwood, Fairport Harbor, Geneva State Park, Ashtabula Township Park, and Conneaut Harbor, with Ashtabula and Conneaut having some off the best perch fishing in the area.
On Lake Ontario I run charters out of Olcott NY. These trips will be run in July for 2024. Additionally you should not feel the need to fill the boat. I work with smaller groups and structure my rates by the group size.
Things to bring:
Soft soled shoes, dress for the weather, rain gear, lunch snacks and drinks (no alcoholic beverages please), hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, camera, large cooler left in your vehicle to take your catch home, and if you are prone to motion sickness and choose to use medication follow directions on the package. Other remedies such as Sea Bands work well and are a drug-free alternative. A good night sleep is also helpful. For perch fishing you may bring a favorite rod or I can supply one for you. Walleye rods for trolling are supplied as well as all bait for the trip.
Weather:
Can be a factor that may cause postponement of a trip. Your safety is my concern. I will do what I can in the event of bad weather to get you out at another time. Call the night before to check with me for weather conditions. Plan on going as weather can change by the hour I will usually not cancel a trip due to weather until the morning of the trip.
A $50.00 deposit is required to reserve a specific date with balance due the day of the charter.
Refund policy: full refund for deposits when cancellation is made 14 days in advance of trip.
All trips are weather permitting."
Ohio Fishing License purchase is available
online here
For any further
Questions or for a charter please contact me anytime: 440-346-7673
Email: 64bigfish@att.net
Facebook: Andy Durda
A Few Testimonials:
Captain knew I was from out of town with little time. Took me out on his birthday and I got my limit of nice walleye in under 2 1/2 hours. Great boat great captain! I highly recommend him.
Ray N
Captain Andy makes fishing seem easy! He knows these waterways inside and out and has a knack for locating the big fish. On top of that, he makes you feels like you are fishing with a friend. He loves being out there, and it shows. He is reliable, punctual, and has all the right equipment to make your day on the water a success.
Michael T
I cannot thank Captain Andy enough for today! Not only was he extremely kind and patient with two first timers but he knows the river so well! This this is literally the perfect father son trip, solo trip, or small buddy trip! If anyone is considering a charter for any season, this is THE GUY!!! Thanks again!!! All time day!!!
John E
What a great day. Fished today with Joe Kastaway Kulis and Captain Andy Durda of Monkey Sea Charters. What a trip. Perfect morning and some great fishing out of Wildwood. Capt. Andy does a great job. We went out of Wildwood and headed to 58' of water. Joe had a nice walleye on within 5 minutes. Hit on a crawler harness.
Andy put ot spoons, cranks, and harnesses on some very cool Chinook Divers and a couple of Kastaway's Magnetic Divers. Everything pulled fish. Most were caught on spoons and harnesses, but cranks pulled a few too. We caught 21 walleye, released 3 shorts, and dropped around 5 to 8 fish. I was lucky enough to get a sheephead, three white bass, and a steelhead who lassoed himself, then escaped. LOL. What a fight. Joe and I had a ball with Andy who was the perfect host for us. He really knows his stuff. I VERY HIGHLY recommend his charter service. If anyone wants his number, hit me up. I won't go into too much detail here because I'm saving it for the radio show in the morning! So much to talk about related to this day... I really, really enjoyed myself today and made some wonderful memories with Joe and Andy.
Carl B.
Andy, Thanks again for 2 great days of fishing. I really appreciate your emphasis on safety, and especially your expertise in catching walleyes. That was the most impressive bite I've been a part of in my 10 years of coming to lake Erie. Keep up the good work.
Josh P
We had a great day on Monkey Sea 3.0. Well I should say few hrs. We caught 30 Walleye in approximately 2.5 hrs. Captain was very professional in everything he did. Explained in detail all safety equipment from stem to stern. The boat is very well maintained with an emphasis on safety. We had a great time and caught a lot of fish. Need to get out my calendar and schedule another trip or two.
Scott S
Had a fantastic (and frantically productive ) time with the hardest working charter Captain on Lake Erie or Ontario ......Captain Andy Durda.,
Howard K
Just wanted to thank you for some of the most fun and productive fishing experiences ever! Having my Dad out there catching walleye and seeing him smile was just very special. Seeing Jake and Janelle catch their first walleye and their biggest fish was awesome! And thanks for your patience teaching me to help you set up the gear..lol. Sorry about the rats nest....next year will be awesome Captain Andy,
Brad W
My husband and I went out yesterday and caught our limit on walleye. Captain Andrew is very safe, professional and friendly. Per my husband “he really knows how to put you on the fish.” It was my husbands second trip this summer, second trip catching his limit. Go Monkey Sea 3.0. Thank you Captain Andrew,
Yanira H
"Thank you again for a great trip yesterday. I have been on 6-7 charters on Lake Erie in the past couple of years, and you were the most professional guide I've fished with. Your attention to detail and focus on safety really made me comfortable having my family on board. I also appreciate that you were willing to talk to me about the lake, the trolling set up, and answered all of my questions. Many guides are unwilling to share much info about what they are doing. I look forward to getting back to your way in the near future.
Thanks again,
Josh P
