Thinking of what to do
on your Lake George vacation?
Take the entire family fishing and fill your
scrapbook with timeless memories. A pleasant fishing experience with
friends and family is quality time like no other outdoor recreational activity.
Lake George is a thirty two mile lake that has two hundred
islands, thirty thousand acres of water and some of the best fishing in
North America. Lockhart Charter Fishing is located on
Lake George in the Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York. We offer
affordable fishing aboard the finest fishing vessel made. Our 26' custom
Harris "Fisherman" Pontoon boat has over two hundred square ft. of fishing
room with a capacity for a dozen people. This customized fishing boat is
outfitted with a quiet 115hp Honda four stroke motor along with all the
latest electronic fishing equipment and tackle; whether you want to troll
for deep water Lake Trout and Salmon or cast around for Bass and Pike,
this vessel is like your own private fishing island. Unlike regular
fishing boats where comfort is secondary and you have to climb over the
boat to get in, this boat has extremely comfortable seating for 12 people
and the ability to walk aboard from the dock thru an open door; a
necessity for people with any physical disability. This larger style
custom pontoon is a very stable boat on the water and has room all around
the boat, so you won't be confined to just the back end of the boat. Our
fishing vessel is inspected yearly by the state of NY and approved for 12
people. Your captain, Ed Lockhart, is a licensed Joint
Pilot/Engineer and a licensed outdoor guide with a perfect safety record.
You will find our underwater camera can view fish, the lake bottom or
sunken ships and show them on our TV screen.
"this is the most comfortable and
practical fishing boat on the market"
The
Nathan Brown.
A 26' 'fishing island' that comes to the fish! Choose a picture to
enlarge.
Birthday, graduation
or wedding gift? We offer gift certificates for an unforgettable fishing
and lakefront lodging experience and available immediately by email so
treat your loved one to an outdoor adventure! Scroll down this page to
"Buy Now" and secure a date for this summer. Gift
certificates are honored for the calendar year purchased.
Captain Ed Lockhart is the
only native Lake George charter boat captain operating on the lake; born
and raised in Lake George, Ed Lockhart has a lifetime of knowledge of the lake, the area, the
people and
the history
of Lake George. The Lockhart family
settled on the east side of Lake George two hundred years ago and has seen many changes happen. With your captain as your guide, you will discover fishing
secrets and experience exciting fishing aboard one of the largest, most
comfortable charter boats on Lake George. Learn the history, experience great fishing and marvel at the
crystal clear waters of Lake George. If you are planning a group
boating adventure, we also accommodate everything from wedding groups to bachelor parties. Our
goal is a 110% good time, whether you want to fish or just sit back and
enjoy the scenery. Enjoy your Lake George vacation to the fullest with an
unforgettable fishing trip. We use Shimano and Penn products combined with
Yamamoto lures for top quality fishing.
Toll Free: 1-888-848-5253.
'pick' a picture to view
some of our satisfied customers.
Choose a picture to enlarge.
From avid anglers to family day trips, your party will enjoy Adirondack
Mountain scenery and the famous fishing of Lake George.
FISHING PACKAGES INCLUDE Our 26' custom "Harris 250 Fisherman" pontoon boat is one of the largest and most completely
outfitted charter boats for all types of fishing on Lake George. This boat
is customized by the Harris company for comfort, superior fishing and
comes equipped with a large live well, bait tank, Scotty downriggers,
Aqua-Vu underwater viewing camera, a
'rest' room, multiple fish finders, a cover for sun or weather and seating for a dozen
persons. Our top quality helm chairs swivel to face the water, so you can
fish like a pro or sit back and enjoy the Adirondack surroundings. Pontoon
boats offer much more space than regular boats, instead of cramping people
in the back of the boat, you can use the entire boat for fishing. Able to go in
much shallower water in pursuit of fish, this boat offers casting room for
all and is very stable on the water. It is more enjoyable to fish closer
to the water than way up off the lake like some boats are, you are closer
to the action! Our 115hp four stroke Honda motor is clean, fast, reliable
and quiet. We can accommodate larger families and groups on our vessel
saving you money from hiring or renting two boats, it's much better
keeping your family or friends together on the same boat. We can make
arrangements for corporate groups and extended families for multiple
fishing boats. For reservations call toll free anytime at
1-888-848-5253.
Dockside
Pickup! No driving worries, we will come to
you! If you're staying at a Lake George lakefront motel, resort, time
share, condo or private rental we will come to you. If you are planning a
camping trip to a Lake George island (Long Island), I will come to your
site and pick you up; first class service!! We pick up at all motels and
resorts from the Sagamore to the Georgian. Boat departs 3 times daily at
8am-12noon 12:30pm-3:30pm and 4pm-7pm all trips are made with
reservations and a modest deposit. There may be locations for dockside
pickup that require our boat to travel eight miles or more, we do pick up
at most locations within the southern basin. Our dockside pickup is great for persons needing a designated
driver, leave the driving to us, it's your vacation!! A modest fee of $10
for dockside pick up is charged to cover extra fuel.
Boat Rentals vs.
Lockhart Charter?
Our rates include everything with no hidden charges.
In comparison to renting a boat and taking it yourself, we provide all the
gear, gas,
guide services, a bigger and better boat and someone who baits up
hooks and untangles lines so you can relax on your vacation! When you
charter with us you will not have the responsibility of a boat, security deposits, filling a gas tank for $5 a gallon. After you have compared the hourly cost of Lake George
boat rentals, you will see that your best investment on the lake is
Lockhart Guide Service. Visit out
site
http://www.fishlakegeorge.com/fish.htm to view links for Lake George
Boat rentals, Lake George tackle shops, lodging and other interesting
Adirondack sites.
If your group, family
or party wants to do other "things" than fish (some people don't fish!?),
I can take your party to hidden coves in the narrows or to the calf's pen
high diving cliffs or to an island lunch or a swim at Sandy Bay,
RATES
rates include your guide, 26' Pontoon Boat, bait, tackle, rods &
reels.
Half A Day 4 hrs. 2 persons $ 250 additional persons $50
Full Day 8 hrs. for 2 persons $ 475 additional persons $90
PER PERSON RATE We offer a per person rate for
fishing parties of six persons or more. Our 4 hour half day trip is
$70.00 per person and the 3 hour trip is $60 per person. All our trips
are private so only your family or group will be aboard.
3 hour evening Bass
fishing trips offer calm water and hot fishing.
We fish from 4pm to 7pm for Bass, pan fish or Pike. I will take you
around the islands and bays using live bait, crank baits, Yamamoto soft
plastics and other top quality lures for some of the best sport fishing
North America has
to offer. 3+ hour
evening Rates. $200 for 2 persons and
$45 each additional person.
call
1-888-848-5253 It's toll free! 1-518-796-8159 (cell phone) Lockhart
Charter Fishing is not responsible for parking fees for your vehicle. We
prefer to meet you at the Castaway Marina on Route 9L near Ridge Road.
The Castaway Marina offers a wide range of boating services, boat repairs, parking,
launching, gas and boat sales along with
a friendly staff.
A friendly reminder.
Many hours are spent "behind the scenes" preparing a trip for your
enjoyment and pleasure. With the ever rising cost of fuel, bait, tackle,
dockage, maintenance and insurance; the fishing business and boating have
become an expensive sport. Any fishing guide or first mate especially appreciates a tip,
it helps offset these rising costs. Our fishing business also depends on
marinas (like Castaway) to be able to operate and we ask that you please
respect the marina and the privacy of the boats that are docked there.
Please use this marina only for parking and boarding our boat.
A $100 deposit is required to
reserve the boat.
Deposits may be made through Paypal to
elockhart@roadrunner.com or by
check. Lockhart Guide Service will not make reservations without a
deposit. Trip can be rescheduled but deposits are non-refundable.
Check payable to Ed Lockhart. Mailing address is 50 Dream Lake Rd Ext.
Lake George NY 12845. Gift certificates are available
PayPal payment for deposit, gift certificate or to pre-pay.
We recommend you bring
clothes to suit the weather, soft soled shoes, sunglasses, camera, a
fishing license and beverages
of your choice. All items brought on board
are the responsibility of the owner. You are welcome to bring alcoholic beverages, we do not provide beer.
Your Captain prefers
payment at the beginning of the trip in cash, certified check or money
order, we do not accept credit cards or out of state checks on the boat. Credit card payments can
be made thru the Paypal site listed above. Fishing licenses can be
purchased at our local tackle shops. We recommend Fish307.com
(1-518-798-9203) for fishing licenses, information and honest answers.
Beach Road Bait and Tackle is also recommended and available at
1-518-668-4040.
We offer photos and live action videos
of your fishing trip on request. So walk down to your dock, hop aboard, and lets go fishing.
References and feedback I enjoy seeing people having a good
time with great memories to last; I also do appreciate your positive
feedback. See you on the water! Sincerely, Ed Lockhart
Hi Ed,
I just wanted to take
a moment and again thank you for a great day of fishing, stories and
just being on the lake. My sons and I truly enjoyed our experience. Josh
was so excited about catching so many fish and it will be an experience
he will remember for a life time. Even Mark who didn't catch as many as
Josh commented that just being together and enjoying the time spent
together was a treasure. We will definitely make another trip up to fish
and will take my wife who after hearing our story seemed like she would
enjoy it as much as we did. I'm hoping that maybe in late September when
the Great Garage Sale in Warrensburg takes place we can come up again.
Would the fishing be good then/ well, I'll let you go so again many
thanks Ed.
Mark Sweeney
Computer Operations
Supervisor
Department of Labor &
Training
Hi Ed:
Just wanted to take a moment and say thanks for the great day fishing.
Hunter and I really enjoyed the afternoon and we both can't thank you
enough for such an outstanding day. We are looking forward to ice
fishing this year. Just let us know.
See you soon,
Deane Moss
"hi ed, it is willy lobur. thank you
for a fun filled day. the guys really enjoyed the day. it was made
possible because we all came to a conclusion that night that you we
simply a DOWN TO EARTH GUY WITHOUT AN ATTITUDE. we will be back up next
summer with the families and we will book with you AGAIN !!."
Ed, thanks for a great week. We could not
have picked a better captain on the whole lake! Dan
Ed: Thanks
so much for taking us out on Saturday afternoon. Lesa, I and Alesandra
had a blast! In fact, my wife was singing your praises and telling
everyone at Diamond Cove Beach about your fish locator skills!!
Thanks for all of your
help. Regards. Paul V.
Greco
hey ed i
just want to thank you for another great time, though the conditions
were tough your knowledge and company made it another great trip;.
Sharon and sled ed feel the same way and we'll see you soon thanks
again ty
Ed,
I just got back and wanted to thank you
for a great evening of fishing. My son Richie has not stopped telling
fish stories since he got back that night. Your easy going nature and
ability to put us on fish made the experience exactly what I had hoped
for. You definitely have a repeat customer for years to follow. Thanks Rich Dalton
"Dear Ed :
I just wanted to say Thank
you for a most wonderful day fishing. Jonas and Jordan had a great
time and talked about it all day. I just looked at the picture of them
on the web site and they look great!
Again Ed, thanks for a fun filled day of
fishing and when I am back up in the Lake George area I will call
ahead and book a new trip with you.
Adirondack Scottish Highland
Bagpipers - Planning a
wedding, family reunion or other special event in the Lake George area?
We can provide your family or group with a Scottish bagpiper (or bagpipers) for your
parties, weddings, ceremonies or
funerals.
www.lakegeorgenewyork.org/bagpipers
www.lakegeorgenewyork.org/nathanbrown A page dedicated to Pfc.
Nathan Brown, a local hero who gave everything for his country. We remember
and honor you Nathan Patrick Brown!
www.diamondcovecottages.com
DiamondCove Lake George Cottages offer 1-3 bedroom Lake
George cottages, Lake George cabins and efficiency motel rooms
directly on Lake George, New York.
