What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Lakeside Marblehead, Ohio for the first time?

Listen to instructions and participate as much as possible. If you prefer to sit and drift fish, then this is probably not the trip for you. If you want pounds of walleye to take home, then this is the trip for you.

Be prepared for a little rough waters, bring motion sickness meds if needed. Bring cooler of drinks, and food as most charters do not offer food as part of trip. Prepare to catch fish and be aware that if you want to have a service to clean fish, it will be an extra fee to trip. It will also be a 1-1.5 hour time frame after docking to pick up your fish.

They tell me right now (June 2018) is as hot for walleye as its ever been and I believe it. We limited out with 18 fish in about an hour and a half of fishing time with our charter. Most were the 17-19 range but one was over 7lbs (at least that is what the guy cleaning my fish - for $1 a walleye which I am loved - said, I didn't weigh it or measure it but it was big) Thinking about trying my luck with small-mouth in the area a little later in the season.

May to mid-June is the best time for Walleye & Capt'n Brad will find them for you.

Start with a really good guide like JIM BONNER if you want to catch a lot of Walleye to take home. Jim is all about safety too!

Work with an experienced captain and call ahead to make sure the fish are running. Don't limit your time to fish to just one day; be flexible in case the weather changes suddenly.

Steve knows what he is doling. When the fishing slowed (never slowed down walleye fishing) he would move the boat. Not sure about others but Steve and first mate Leroy were good.

The area is ideal with easy access to lodging, restaurants and marinas. Close to ferry launches if you're looking to spend extra time in the area visiting the islands.

BE PREPARED FOR POSSIBLY ROUGHER WATER AND COOLER TEMPS AND CHECK OUT TAIL CHASER CHARTERS

Have fun! This is a very family friendly place and I would without-a-doubt come back again.

Go with Rip'n Lips these guys really know their stuff. I don't think there is a better group out there. Clark