How to Pick a Bass Guide

Below is a list of questions that you should ask any guide BEFORE you book a trip with them. Asking these questions will help to insure that you do not have any surprises the day of your trip.

FAQ's:

1. How long will we be on the water?
2. What is the exact cost, what is included, and when is it expected? What type of payment options do I have? Are you expecting a tip?
3. What, if any tackle, food, and drinks do you provide?
4. What type of boat is being used, and how old is it?
5. Do you teach me to fish, or just take me fishing?
6. Do you (the guide) fish on the trip?
7. Do you Practice Catch and Release? Can I keep a trophy fish?
8. Are you a tournament fisherman?
9. Are you a full, or part-time guide?
10. Do you have a Captains License?
11. Do you have business insurance?
12. How has the fishing been lately, and what can I reasonable expect? When was the last time you were on the body of water we will be fishing?
13. Who removes the hook from the fish that we catch?
14. Where can I get a fishing license?
15. Where do we meet, and how do I get there?