Michael Simonton, a Bassmaster Elite Series pro from Ohio, recently completed the course to become a U.S. Coast Guard-licensed guide and will being offering trips on Lake Erie next spring.
"For April, May and the first 3 weeks of June, it'll be Ohio waters only," he said. "Then on the last Saturday of June, I can start running to the Ontario portion of Erie."
Clients can spend a full day pursuing Erie's renowned smallmouths, or they can opt to fish for largemouths in the western basin.
"I've found out that if you're not one of the bigger-name guys, it's hard to stay busy enough (as a full-time tour pro)," he said. "I've had some opportunities to take people out through the Future Fisherman Foundation and I had a great time doing that. I just think it's a great way to stay out on the water."
A list of available dates is posted on his website.
