Captain Bryan is a USCG-licensed and insured fishing guide with deep roots in Missouri and a lifelong passion for bass fishing. Growing up near St. Louis, he’s been chasing fish since he could hold a rod—and later went on to fish competitively for the University of Missouri bass team.
With years of experience on Table Rock and surrounding Ozark lakes, plus a degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Management, Bryan brings both skill and science to every trip. Whether you're looking to catch fish, learn more about the lake, or sharpen your techniques, he’s here to deliver a fun and informative day on the water.
Let’s go fishing—and make some memories.
About Your Guide
Bryan Badock
Independent Guide
Captain Bryan is a USCG-licensed and insured fishing guide with deep roots in Missouri and a lifelong passion for bass fishing. Growing up near St. Louis, he’s been chasing fish since he could hold a rod—and later went on to fish competitively for the University of Missouri bass team.
With years of experience on Table Rock and surrounding Ozark lakes, plus a degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Management, Bryan brings both skill and science to every trip. Whether you're looking to catch fish, learn more about the lake, or sharpen your techniques, he’s here to deliver a fun and informative day on the water.
Let’s go fishing—and make some memories.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A
What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
8lb largemouth, 6 lb smallmouth. Overall biggest fish 43inch amberjacks or 30 lb flathead catfish
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Brisket
Rapid Fire Guide Q & A
What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
8lb largemouth, 6 lb smallmouth. Overall biggest fish 43inch amberjacks or 30 lb flathead catfish
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Bryan was great. He was prompted when communicating prior to trip and on day of trip, he took great care of us.
He helped if we asked but also taught our kids too.
He was kind, experienced and all around great guide.
Jen
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Bryan was great. He was prompted when communicating prior to trip and on day of trip, he took great care of us.
He helped if we asked but also taught our kids too.
He was kind, experienced and all around great guide.
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David
Verified Review
Bryan was a great guide. He really knows the lake. We caught our limit in 3 hours. We would go with him again.
David
Verified Review
Bryan was a great guide. He really knows the lake. We caught our limit in 3 hours. We would go with him again.
