§ 01 — Charter Fishing
Trophy salmon.
Lake Ontario.
A 38′ Sea Ray Amberjack rigged to hunt salmon, and a 22′ Crestliner Commander Elite for Lake Erie walleye, perch and bass. Twin 370 hp MerCruisers, dual sonar, downriggers, planer boards.
§ 02 — Hunting
Predator control.
Whitetail bow.
8,000+ acres of managed private ground in Haldimand and Norfolk County. Licensed predator control year-round, whitetail bow hunting in season. Wildlife management partnership with landowners.
§ 03 — Water Sports
Wakeboard. Surf.
Tube. Flyboard.
21′ fiberglass platform on Lake Ontario, Lake Erie and the Grand River. 100% success rate getting first-timers in the air. Strict alcohol-free policy. 10+ for flyboard, 15′ ceiling.
§ 04 — Executive Adventures
When the deal happens
on the water.
One- to three-day curated excursions for leadership groups, client entertainment, and incentive trips. Custom Mercedes vans. Private golf access. Captain, guide and host on staff. We book the hotels — you arrive, everything’s ready.
Where business meets the outdoors.
§ 01 — Why choose Trigger & Tackle
Built like the gear
it represents.
01
Top-tier
equipment
Twin 370 hp MerCruisers, dual sonar, downriggers, planer boards, thermal and night-vision optics. The right gear for the job — every job.
02
Local
expertise
8,000+ acres of prime habitat across Haldimand and Norfolk County. Captains who run Lake Ontario and Lake Erie.
03
Relentless
work ethic
We move fish, find game, and re-rig a hundred times to put you on the bite. Every trip gets 100% — no shortcuts, no excuses.
04
Passion
for the outdoors
Every trip is guided by one goal — putting you on fish or game and giving you a story worth telling. No half-measures, no scripted days.
§ 02 — The Lanes
Three sports.
One outfit.
Pick a direction. Each lane has its own boats, its own ground, and its own season — and the same crew running it.
01 ─ Fishing
Lake Ontario salmon.
Lake Erie limit days.
38′ Sea Ray Amberjack and 22′ Crestliner Commander Elite. Built to hunt – we run them that way.
02 ─ Hunting
Predator control. Whitetail bow
WMU 89 & 90. Licensed predator control year-round. Whitetail bow hunting Oct–Dec. Working partnership with landowners.
03 ─ Water Sports
Wakeboard, surf,
tube & flyboard.
Lake Ontario, Lake Erie or the Grand River. 21′ platform. 100% first-time success. Alcohol-free.
§ 03 — Executive Adventures
When the deal happens
on the water.
One- to three-day curated excursions for leadership groups, client entertainment, and incentive trips. Built where world-class fishing and hunting meets elevated comfort and exclusivity.
- Custom Mercedes vans & the 2025 Denali Ultimate 2500
- Private & public golf access — day, evening, or overnight
- Captain, guide, and host on staff for the whole excursion
§ 04 — Frequently Asked
Quick answers
before you book.
Premium rods, reels and proven lures. Hands-on guidance from the captain and first mate. Fish cleaning and bagging at end of trip. Complimentary water and soft drinks.
- Entry into the Great Ontario Salmon Derby
- No experience required — we coach you through it
- Clean onboard washroom
Two charters daily, seven days a week — morning around 6:30 AM, afternoon around 2:00 PM. We’ll shift those times to fit your schedule when we can.
Lake Ontario salmon: May through early September. Lake Erie multi-species runs longer. Prime derby weeks fill first — book early.
Yes. All guests need a valid Ontario license — except guests under 18 or over 65. A one-day license is the easiest option and can be bought online before your trip.
Absolutely. Beginners welcome. The crew sets up the gear, hooks the fish, and walks you through every step from rigging to landing.
Transport-Canada-approved lifejackets for every guest. Certified life raft on board. We monitor marine forecasts and radar — if conditions are unsafe, we reschedule. Light rain we can run; lightning we can’t.
Zero-tolerance alcohol policy on every charter, including water sports. No exceptions.
Yes. Corporate outings, client appreciation, team-building, birthdays, anniversaries — relaxed, scenic, and fully managed. Optional catering and VIP upgrades. For multi-day formats see Executive Adventures.
Still have questions? Tell us a date — we’ll tell you what’s biting.