Lake Erie Love Blog

One of the Midwest’s hottest vacation spots, the region between Toledo and Cleveland provides an eclectic mix of historically significant sites, family-fun amusements, gorgeous scenery, and outdoor recreation.

A Reel Good Time in Shores & Islands Ohio

Whether you are already hooked or just testing the waters, Shores & Islands Ohio is the spot for fishermen and women to drop a line and stay awhile. Known as the “Walleye Capital of the World,” anglers can catch channel catfish, bass, and yellow perch in addition to walleye and other species of…

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2022 Top Sport Headliners in Shores & Islands Ohio

2022 is drawing to a close and while indoor venues will begin to heat up this winter, we wanted to take a look back on all the excitement from a year of sports in the Shores & Islands Ohio. The communities continue to embrace and support the efforts of our team and the success of each facility is a…

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Fishing Shores & Islands Ohio

Shores & Islands Ohio – better known to fishing diehards as the Walleye Capital of the World – is among the premier fishing destinations on the Great Lakes, and the region has plenty to offer for those craving the challenge of competitive fishing. In addition to the sixteen boat launches across the…

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Like a Local: Captain Peg Van Vleet of Blue Sky Charters

S&IO: Tell us about Blue Sky Charters. Why did you choose to start a sport fishing business? CAPTAIN PEG: We are a sport fishing charter business in Port Clinton, fishing the Western Basin of Lake Erie. We fish for walleye and yellow perch. We use light tackle, and drift fish for walleye, and…

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How Do I…Go Fishing at Ohio’s Lake Erie Shores & Islands?

Updated October 2020 The Lake Erie Shores & Islands region lost a true legend in October 2020 with the passing of Capt. Dave Spangler. In addition to being a loving husband, father, and grandfather, Dave was a friend to all and a tireless advocate for a healthy Lake Erie. Dave graciously helped us…

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Q&A with Ice Fishing Guide Captain Tony Muscioni from Air1 Airboats

Published January 2018 January's cold temperatures have driven a lot of people inside where it's warm. Here in Lake Erie Shores & Islands, "inside" sometimes means a shanty on top of a thick layer of ice. That little hut contains a heater, a couple of stools, a hole in the ice, and the chance to…

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#TravelTuesday: One day in…Bay View/Castalia

On Tuesdays this summer, we are exploring the great cities and towns that make up Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands for #TravelTuesday. Don't miss our previous #TravelTuesday posts – to-date we have visited Vermilion, Middle Bass Island, Lakeside Chautauqua, Milan, Kelleys Island, Huron, and…

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#TravelTuesday: One day in…Huron

Published July 2017 On Tuesdays this summer, we are exploring the great cities and towns that make up Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands for #TravelTuesday. Don't miss our previous #TravelTuesday posts – to-date we have visited Vermilion, Middle Bass Island, Lakeside Chautauqua, Milan, and Kelleys…

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