Outdoor Adventures

Shamrock Fishing Charters

10955 Corduroy Rd, Curtice, OH 43412 – Jerusalem TWP
(419) 345-3948
lakeeriechartersohio.com

Captain John Nickell
U.S.C.G. Licensed Coast Guard Captain; Ohio Licensed Guide; and Fully Insured.

Lake Erie Walleye Fishing Charters: Come join Captain John for an exciting day of walleye or perch fishing on Lake Erie. We specialize in Walleye Charters, Smallmouth Charters, and Perch Charters.  Using my thirty-plus years of fishing charter experiences to make your day memorable. Captain John’s team was the 1st place winner in the West Sister Charter Boat Association 13th Annual Walleye Tournament.

Shamrock Fishing Charters was started by Captain Roger my father-in-law, and now is operated by me, Captain John Nickell. Although Capt. Roger is fishing in a better place now, he taught me the charter business like no other could. He was also an avid outdoors man and an Ohio pistol champion in the late ’60’s.

Salm-Eye-Emm Charters

Curtice, OH 43412 – Jerusalem TWP
(419) 265-5654
salm.eye.emm2@gmail.com

Captain Mike Emm
U.S.C.G. Licensed Skipper; Ohio Licensed Guide; and Fully Insured.

Charters

• W. Lake Erie (Walleye) – April, May, & June
• N. Lake Huron (Salmon) – July & August
• W. Lake Erie (Perch) – September & October

Restless Charters

10955 Corduroy Rd, Curtice, OH 43412 – Jerusalem TWP
(419) 865-1568

Captain Will Szymanski
U.S.C.G. Licensed Skipper; Ohio Licensed Guide; and Fully Insured.

Restless Advantages:

• 32.5′ long with a 12′ beam, custom fishing boat
• Can accommodate up to 12 people – call Captain for details
• Fully equipped safety equipment, ship to shore radio and latest electronics
• Large stand up private head (bathroom)
• Large fishing platform
• Catering to families, Seniors, Corporate, and Handicapped – call Captain with any special needs

Room For More Charters

10955 Corduroy Rd, Curtice, OH – Jerusalem TWP
(419) 356-2036
www.roomformorecharters.com
Email: roomformore@aol.com

Captain Ken Burress
U.S.C.G. Licensed Skipper; Ohio Licensed Guide; and Fully Insured.

Lake Erie Sport Fishing at its Best for Walleye, Perch, and Bass. Join Captain Ken for a Lake Erie Fishing Charter and see why Lake Erie has such a great reputation for fishing.

Whether you are after monster sized walleye, battling smallmouth bass, or always tasty perch, Captain Ken will do his best to give you a day that you will not forget.

This is a great way to spend the day with your friends, your family, your employees, or your customers. You will have a great time aboard the Room For More. This 34′ Baha (Catamaran) was made for fishing.

34′ Baha Advantages

• Fully equipped
• Licensed and Insured
• Electronic Fish Finders (2)
• Loran C and GPS (Navigation Systems)
• Ship to Shore Radios (2)
• Enclosed cabin with private head (toilet)
• Large open back deck for fishing

Rustyhook Charters

ANCHOR POINT MARINA B-14, 10905 Corduroy Rd., Curtice, Ohio 43412
(419) 349-4981
Email: tkrustyhook@yahoo.com

Captain Thomas Pheils
U.S.C.G. Licensed Skipper; Ohio Licensed Guide; and Fully Insured.

Climb aboard the 33 ft. Tiara, a vessel outfitted with the latest in fish finding electronics! Your successful fishing trip begins with Rustyhook Charters, 1st place winners of the trolling walleye tournament, West Sister Charter Boat Association, 2016. We are licensed and insured through the U.S.C.G. and offer the finest in accommodations. You only need to bring a jacket, sunscreen, camera, lunch, beverage and Dramamine (if needed), Please try to consolidate to one cooler if at all possible.

• 33 ft. Tiara
• Private restroom
• Updated electronics to keep you on the fish
• Fish cleaning available close by

Boat leaves dock 6-7am. Book early for choice dates.

Reel Affair Charters

(419) 345-9870
reelaffaircharters@msn.com
Website: www.reelaffaircharters.com

Captain Russ Merrihew
U.S.C.G. Licensed Skipper; Ohio Licensed Guide; and Fully Insured.

With a custom built fishing boat, Reel Affair Charter Service can offer your group the best fishing available on Lake Erie. The 36′ boat provides a wide beam and spacious, steady platform from which to fish for up to 12 people.

The vessel is equipped with all of the latest fish finding and electronic equipment. In addition, the cabin area provides comfort and shelter when needed, especially for women and children. Take a look at the pictures and you will see a big difference between us and most other Lake Erie charter boats. You won’t be cramped into a small space at the stern of a boat like most other charters. Our boat has a VERY large open fishing area that gives you plenty of room.

Located in the heart of Lake Erie’s western basin, with an estimated population of 50 million hungry walleye just waiting to be caught.

Come fish with Reel Affair Charters and you will know why so many of our customers come back year after year. We pair the greatest fishing experience with the greatest time. Sign up for your charter now. The best dates go fast.

To reserve your date, call Captain Russ at (419) 836-9070 or contact us via email at reelaffaircharters@msn.com.

Erie Pearl Charters

(419) 277-6263

Captain Randy Ferguson and Captain Travis Ferguson
U.S.C.G. Licensed Skipper; Ohio Licensed Guide; and Fully Insured.

Smallmouth Bass – Our season starts in April and May with this spectacular fighting fish and pics up again in August through October. Known for it’s aerial acrobatics the “smallie” takes skill and patience to catch. Two and three pound fish are common with an occasional five-pounder-plus being hooked. This fish explodes when you set your hook.

Lake Erie Walleye – This fish is the “Pride & Joy” of Lake Erie anglers. If you’ve fished here before, you already know. If you haven’t, you don’t know what you have been missing. West Sister offers the BEST Walleye fishing in the world. The walleye is our main target in April through August, as well as September and October. Without a doubt, walleye is the finest freshwater fishing you will ever experience.

Yellow Perch– Early spring or fall is the season to angle for this great tasting panfish. If your fishing party includes any junior anglers, this is the way to “break them in” with high limit catches and lots of catching action. Stock your freezer with this great eating fish.

• Over 30 Years on Lake Erie
• Licensed Lake Erie Guide
• Boat Licensed and Safety-Approved by U.S. Coast Guard
• Latest in Fish-Locating and Navigation Equipment
• Multi-Boat Charters Available for Larger Groups
• The Closest Dock to the Hottest Fishing
• Roomy 30′ Island Hopper with 12′ Beam

Maumee Bay State Park

1400 State Park Rd, #1, Oregon, OH 43618 – Jerusalem TWP
(419) 836-7758
www.maumeebaylodge.com

Maumee Bay State Park is a unique environment created by the convergence of coastal land and Lake Erie. A resort lodge, cabins, golf course and public beaches are nestled among scenic meadows, wet woods, and lush marshes. More than 300 bird species migrate and have been observed here. Families will enjoy the campground, inland beach lake, nature center, boardwalk trail, and Storybook Trail.

Metzger Marsh Wildlife Area

Bono Rd, OH – Jerusalem TWP
(419) 424-5000
ohiodnr.gov/wps/portal/gov/odnr/go-and-do/plan-a-visit/find-a-property/metzger-marsh-wildlife-area

Fishing, waterfowl hunting, kayaking, wildlife viewing, and trapping are popular activities at Metzger Marsh. A boat ramp and channel provide access to Lake Erie for boaters and anglers. At the end of Bono road is a fishing pier extending into Lake Erie that provides fisherman an opportunity to catch perch, catfish, freshwater drum, and white bass. Many fisherman walk down the lakefront dike to catch largemouth bass and northern pike near the water control structure. Primitive boat ramps along the entrance road provide access to the marsh for fishing and kayaking in the summer and waterfowl hunters in the fall. The parking lot is a prime location for ice fisherman to access Lake Erie. A woodlot next to the parking lot is visited by birders in April/May to view warblers and other songbirds.

Ottawa Wildlife Refuge

14000 West State Route 2, Oak Harbor, OH 43449
(419) 898-0014
https://www.fws.gov/refuge/ottawa/

A large portion of the Refuge lies in Jerusalem TWP. Enjoy the refuge from the comfort of your car! The 7 mile route departs from the Visitor Center entrance road. The red line on the trail map indicates the Wildlife Drive route with some seasonal options. Gates open at sunrise and close one hour prior to sunset.

The Wildlife Drive is only open on specified dates which are weather dependent. Please call to confirm that it is open before you come – 419-898-0014.

Birding at Howard Marsh

Howard Marsh is a birding hotspot, particularly known for waterfowl and shorebirds. Over 230 species – more than half the known species ever recorded in Ohio. Adjacent to Metzger Marsh Wildlife Area in a region that also includes Maumee Bay State Park, Magee Marsh Wildlife Area and the Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. Together, these local, state and federal public lands are known for their concentration of songbirds, or warblers. Jerusalem Township is considered by some to be the Warbler Capital of the World.

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Fishing

Walleye Capital of the World Jerusalem Township
Jerusalem Township Ohio is known by fishermen throughout the world as the Walleye Capital of the World. This comes as no surprise as Lake Erie is rich with Walleye, Perch, and many other freshwater fish.

Kayaking/Canoeing

Howard Marsh has six miles of water trails for canoeing and kayaking. Jerusalem Township Ohio

Swimming/Beaches

Maumee Bay State Park Beach Jerusalem TWP.
This half-a-mile-long beach features an amphitheater for special entertainment, an inland lake for smoother swimming, a large inflatable water slide, beach volleyball and boat rentals.

Camping

The large family campground offers electric and full-hookup sites. Pets are permitted on designated sites. Heated shower houses, flush toilets, and playground equipment is available. Sites are open, spacious and border natural meadows. Campground ponds are open only to registered campers. 5 miles of asphalt “bicycle/pedestrian” trails provide access to most day-use areas. Bike rental, basketball courts and horseshoe pits are available. Registered campers can borrow games and sporting equipment from the camp office.

Golf/Driving Range

Maumee Bay Scottish Links Golf Course 18 Holes Jerusalem TWP

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Maumee Bay Golf Course and Driving Range covers 1,850 acres of protected wetlands and follows the beautiful Lake Erie Coast in Jerusalem Township. Arthur Hills designed this 18-hole, par-72 course in 1991 to challenge golfers of all skill levels. Enjoy its Scottish-links layout and sweeping views of the surrounding natural beauty. The 14th hole, with twisting pars and water hazards, has become known for being our most challenging hole. Open from April 1 through October 31 (weather permitting) the course is 6,941 yards from the gold tees. A full service practice facility is available for use. Golf facilities include a clubhouse and snack bar.

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Kite Flying

Maumee Bay State Park

Wildlife

Jerusalem Township Ohio is a birder’s paradise, and home to rare species of plants and animals. The Great Lakes Basin and northwest Ohio are rich with wildlife. Great Black Swamp and Cedar Creek provide diverse habitats for a variety of rare species. Migrating birds use this region as an important stopover for food and cover. The forest section is a critical habitat for interior dwelling species from wood thrush to red-backed salamanders. The floodplain corridor contains vital food, water and cover for hundreds of migratory songbirds every spring and fall. The south shore of Lake Erie, lies at the crossroads of the Mississippi and Atlantic flyways. These migratory routes are used by more than 300 species of birds annually, from colorful songbirds known as warblers to ducks,  raptors, and predator birds such as owls and hawks. Bald eagles are commonly seen from the lakeshore. Ohio’s two state-listed threatened species of turtles, Blanding’s turtles and spotted turtles, as well as the federally endangered Karner blue butterfly can be found here. Throughout Jerusalem Township keep an eye open for a variety of salamanders and snakes, white-tailed deer, fox, the elusive coyote (an opportunistic hunter whose range has expanded to include Ohio), an unmatched variety of birds (especially in the spring) walleye, bass and other fish species, a wealth of other wildlife as well as plant life and butterflies.

The marsh is located in a prime waterfowl area. During the fall migrations, marshes are used by large numbers of mallards, black ducks and widgeons. Blue-winged teal are also present, with lesser numbers of pintails, gadwalls, green-winged teal, wood ducks, canvasbacks, redheads, and coots. The number of geese stopping in the area has been increasing in recent years. Duck populations peak in mid-November. Many ducks remain late in the hunting season due to the availability of open water on Lake Erie and waste cereal grains in nearby fields. Spring migrations of waterfowl start in February with flights of mallards, black ducks and pintails. Migrating whistling swans are found on or near the marsh through late March and April. Other water birds to be found on the area include great blue herons, American bitterns, black-crowned night herons, green herons, cormorants and many species of shorebirds.

Jerusalem Township Mammals include Muskrats, Mink, Raccoon, Skunks, Rabbit, Deer, Fox, Turkey, Squirrels