Smallmouth Bass Fishing on Lake Erie from Erie PA with Leisure Time Charters.

Bass Fishing Charter on the PA Waters of Lake Erie from Erie, PA

Smallmouth Bass Fishing

Capt. Terry offers you drift, jig & cast or trolling near the PA shoreline of Lake Erie over good structure, fishing for "Bronzebacks" that average 2 - 4 lbs. with "Trophy Bass" 5 lbs. plus! The best time for these hard fighting, aerial "footballs" as there sometimes referred to, are the months of May and June. The previous state record of 7 lbs. 10 oz. was taken from here. Spring and early summer bass fishing usually offers all a good time, with an occasional walleye and perch as a bonus!
Capt. Terry supplies all rods, reels, tackle & bait. For drift fishing, minnows and jigs are supplied. Your party can bring and enjoy one of their favorite light tackle rod and reel with fresh 8 lb. test line and a small tackle box with some of your best bass baits. Bring your camera or video recorder for some of your best times.

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2008 Smallmouth Bass Outlook Smallmouth bass fishing is expected to be good in 2008, with contributions from hatches in the 1990s and 2003. Fish should range in size from 14 to 21 inches and weigh 1.5 to 5 pounds. Bass fishing is best around areas with bottom structure, which is available across much of the entire PA near-shore area. Biologists have seen several good hatches in recent years, potentially contributing to good smallmouth bass fishing this year and in the future. "Trophy Bass Season"is April 14th through June 14th with a minimum size of 20" and a daily limit of 1 per person. Regular bass season is June 14th through December 31st with a minimum size of 15" and a daily limit of 4 per person.