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Matty Wong holding two largemouth bass at a Bassmaster tournament
Matty Wong
Professional Guide & Fishing Coach
Lake Fork, TX
Largemouth Bass Japanese Finesse Big Swimbait Specialist LiveScope Training Tournament Coaching

B.A.S.S. Nation National Champion (2021) and Bassmaster Elite Series competitor. Matty brings world-class tournament experience to every trip. Whether you want to learn Japanese finesse techniques, master your LiveScope, or simply catch the fish of a lifetime on Lake Fork, Matty delivers a professional, high-level experience backed by years on the biggest stages in bass fishing.

Sponsors: Megabass · Big Swim Baits · Bates · PowerPole · Yamaha · Simms · Bass Cat · Yeti · Precision Sonar · Powerhouse Lithium
Services & Rates
Phone Consultation$100/hr
Video Call$125/hr
Full Day Guide Trip$1,000
Half Day Guide Trip$600
On-water trips accommodate up to 2 people.
2026 Bass Cat Lynx · Yamaha 250 SHO · Tournament-grade electronics
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Captain Jamie Hartman fishing on the Bassmaster Elite Series with cameraman filming
Captain Jamie Hartman
2x Bassmaster Elite Series Winner & Guide
Branson, MO
Table Rock Lake Lake Taneycomo Largemouth Bass Smallmouth Bass Family Friendly

Two-time Bassmaster Elite Series winner, 3x Bassmaster Classic qualifier, and current Elite Series competitor. Originally from Newport, NY, Captain Jamie Hartman has fished 98 Bassmaster tournaments with 18 Top-10 finishes, 2 wins, and over $776,000 in career B.A.S.S. earnings. A 24-year pro angler whose signature technique is fishing with jig, Jamie now brings that world-class tournament experience to guided trips on Table Rock Lake and Lake Taneycomo in Branson, Missouri. Fun, family-friendly trips with expert instruction for all ages and skill levels.

Bassmaster Career Stats
98
TOURNAMENTS
2
WINS
18
TOP 10s
3
CLASSIC APPS
$776K
CAREER EARNINGS
3,484 lb
TOTAL WEIGHT
68
TIME IN MONEY
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Sponsors: Nitro · Cashion Rods · Mercury · Lowrance · Missile Baits · Power-Pole · Bass Pro Shops · Costa
Services & Rates
2 Hour Trip$250
3 Hour Trip$300
4 Hour Trip$325
Rates are for up to 2 people. $50-$75 per additional person (up to 3).
Table Rock Lake · Lake Taneycomo · Tournament-grade electronics
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Captain Ken Golub at the boat ramp on the Finger Lakes
Captain Ken Golub
USCG Licensed Captain & Tournament Angler
Finger Lakes & Western NY
Smallmouth Bass Largemouth Bass Finger Lakes Tournament Angler

Born and raised in Syracuse, NY and based in Pittsford, Captain Ken Golub brings over 25 years of competitive fishing experience to every guided trip. With 3 career wins, 24 top-10 finishes, hundreds of local tournaments, and over $575,000 in career tournament earnings on the FLW circuit and MLF stage, Ken knows how to put you on fish. Whether you're chasing smallmouth on the Finger Lakes or bucketmouths on Conesus, Ken delivers a professional, high-level experience on some of the best bass waters in the Northeast.

Services & Rates
Full Day Guide Trip$800
Half Day Guide Trip$600
Rates are for 1-2 anglers. Contact for group pricing and corporate outings.
Bass Cat Puma · Mercury Pro XS · Tournament-grade electronics
Jacked out custom boat for restricted lakes & small water
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Big JP holding two giant smallmouth bass on the water
Big JP
Professional Fishing Guide
Upstate New York
Largemouth Bass Smallmouth Bass Multi-Lake Guide

Big JP is a professional fishing guide covering some of the best bass waters in Upstate New York. From the legendary Lake Champlain to Oneida Lake, the Great Sacandaga, Saratoga Lake, Lake Ontario/St. Lawrence, and the Mohawk River, JP knows these waters inside and out. Whether you're chasing smallmouth on Champlain or bucketmouths on Oneida, Big JP puts you on fish.

Sponsors: Samatis Baits · Douglas Outdoors · Bass Fishing Electronics · Thayer Marine
Services & Rates
Full Day Guide Trip$700
Half Day Guide Trip$450
Contact for group sizes and availability.
Lake Champlain · Oneida Lake · Great Sacandaga · Saratoga Lake · St. Lawrence · Mohawk River
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Candlewood Lake Guide Service bass boat on Connecticut's largest lake
Candlewood Lake Guide Service
Devon — Professional Fishing Guide
Candlewood Lake, CT
Largemouth Bass Smallmouth Bass Panfish & Crappie Electronics Training

Born and raised in Danbury, Connecticut, Devon grew up fishing Candlewood Lake and has turned that lifelong passion into a professional guide service. Candlewood is ranked in the top 25 lakes in the country for big bass and offers world-class panfishing. Full day and half day trips target largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, yellow and white perch. Devon also owns Bounty Hunters Custom Bait & Tackle in Newtown and competes in local bass tournaments. Electronics training available for Garmin, Humminbird, Lowrance, and forward-facing sonar.

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Everything provided minus food and drinks. Ice fishing trips available statewide.
2020 Triton 21TRX Elite (21 ft) · State-of-the-art electronics
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Scott Dobson holding a trophy smallmouth bass on Lake St. Clair
Scott Dobson
St. Clair Smallmouth Outfitters — USCG Licensed Captain
Lake St. Clair, MI
Smallmouth Bass Forward-Facing Sonar Trophy Hunting Tournament Tactics Head-to-Head Experience

28 years dominating the Great Lakes tournament scene with nearly $1,000,000 in career earnings. Scott is one of the most respected smallmouth anglers in the country. His personal best smallmouth is 8 lbs 3 oz. Lake St. Clair annually ranks in Bassmaster's Top 5 bass lakes, and Scott knows every inch of it. Whether you want to learn forward-facing sonar, chase a personal best, or experience a boat-to-boat tournament format, Scott delivers a world-class experience.

Sponsors: Phoenix Boats · Mercury Marine · Lowrance · Power-Pole · Costa · Simms · Douglas Rods
Services & Rates
Smallmouth Master Class (8hr)$750
Trophy Hunt — Personal Best (9hr)$1,000/day
Boat-to-Boat Tournament (8hr)$2,000
All trips include lodging & lunch. Multi-day discounts available. $200 deposit required.
Phoenix Bass Boat · Mercury Outboard · Lowrance Tournament Electronics
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Captain Dave Morrissette holding two bass at TBF National Championship weigh-in
Last Cast Bass
Captain Dave Morrissette — USCG Master Captain
Champlain Islands, VT
Largemouth Bass Smallmouth Bass Lake Champlain Family Friendly TBF National Qualifier

USCG Master Captain and 2x TBF National Qualifier (2022 & 2024). Captain Dave Morrissette has been fishing Lake Champlain since the late 90's, turning decades of tournament experience and on-water knowledge into a premier fishing charter service in Vermont's Champlain Islands. Whether you're chasing largemouth or smallmouth, Dave delivers a professional, fun experience on one of the top bass fisheries in the country. Drinks and snacks provided on every trip.

Services & Rates
4 Hour Trip$350
6 Hour Trip$450
8 Hour Trip$550
Prices for 1-3 people. $50 additional for 4th person.
Lake Champlain · Champlain Islands, Vermont
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