Captain Ray Hopping is a highly experienced and revered captain. He is skilled in charter fishing out of Sodus Bay on Lake Ontario.

• U.S.C.G. Licensed Captain
• CPR and First Aid Certified.
• I Run an Award Winning, Full Time Charter Service. I Fish 7 Days a Week.
• I have Been Fishing the Great Lakes for over 24 years.

Captain Ray Hopping has extensive experience in charter fishing. Sodus Bay and Lake Ontario offer some of the best sportfishing for Trout, Salmon, Brown Trout, King Salmon, Rainbow, Steelhead, Coho and more!

Captain Ray Hopping has fished many locations around the Great Lakes. His extensive experience in charter boat fishing across different terrains and waters makes him an all-rounder in fishing. He will be able to narrate many entertaining stories about his fishing experiences when you come aboard The Ridge Runner Fishing Charters!

What sets Captain Ray Hopping apart from so many other captains is his incredible passion for fishing. Ever since he was a child, Ray Hopping has had a love for fishing. Nothing gives him more satisfaction than connecting customers with huge varieties of fish. In fact, he derives more pleasure watching clients catch fish than when he himself does! He loves to share his past charter fishing experiences with people, and there are many memorable moments in his career which will enthrall you! Ray Hopping takes his role as captain seriously, and it is his love of his job, which makes our charter fishing trips even more memorable.