Northeast Florida Bass & Panfish.
Guided largemouth bass and panfish trips on the St. Johns River, Orange Lake, Santa Fe Lake, Lochloosa Lake, and Rodman Reservoir. A relaxed day on the water with a lifelong local guide who promises a good time — and won't yell at you.
The fishery they call Bass Capital.
Palatka and the St. Johns River system sit at the heart of some of the most productive freshwater fishing in the country — year-round shots at trophy largemouth bass, plus heavy panfish and crappie action when the seasons line up.
We run small, relaxed trips. One guide, up to two anglers per boat, live bait dialed in, and a guide who's spent decades fishing these exact waters. Whether it's your first cast or your hundredth tournament, the day is built around having a great time.
Two trips. One promise. A great day on the water.
4 Hour Guided Bass Trip
Perfect for families, beginners, or anglers looking for a shorter day. Up to 2 anglers, live bait included.
View Trip6 Hour Guided Bass Trip
More time on the water targeting quality Florida largemouth across the region's most productive fisheries.
View TripBream & Panfish Trips
Great for families and kids — fast-paced action for bluegill, shellcracker, warmouth, and fall crappie.
View TripCaptain Oliver Custead. Putnam County, born and raised.
Lifelong Putnam County resident. Retired law enforcement officer with 32 years of service. Retired U.S. Army National Guard Colonel with another 32 years on the books. Lifelong angler. And the kind of guide who built a Christian-school fishing club just to share what he loves with the next generation.
He doesn't promise trophy bass — but he promises a great day on the water, and he promises he won't yell at you.
Meet The CaptainWhy anglers fish with us.
Local Knowledge
Decades fishing Florida waters — we know exactly when and where to be.
Up To 2 Anglers
Small, intimate trips with personal attention — never crowded, never rushed.
Live Bait Included
Live wild shiners for bass, crickets for panfish — the right bait for the bite.
Family-Friendly
First-timers, kids, and seasoned anglers alike. Relaxed, no-pressure atmosphere.
Multiple Fisheries
St. Johns River, Orange Lake, Santa Fe Lake, Lochloosa Lake, and Rodman Reservoir.
Year-Round Trips
From spring spawn to fall crappie runs — great fishing every season.