About Your Guide

Bobby Shockley

Independent Guide

Quiet

Laid-back

Instructional

Comfortable

Quality

Beginner Oriented

Hello, I'm Bobby. I live in Springfield Missouri and guide bass fishing trips on Table Rock Lake.

I grew up fishing on Table Rock Lake and enjoy being on the water. I was a Large Animal(farm animals) Veterinarian for 21 years. I began fishing tournaments 10 years ago and rediscovered my love for fishing. I began guiding in 2022.

I will have a new Phoenix boat in January with all new Garmin electronics including livescope. I also offer electronics training.

We use tournament grade equipment and try to catch our fish casting. Even kids that haven't casted before learn to cast and then are usually able to cast and catch fish by the end of the trip.

My passions would have to include God and my family. Outside of fishing I enjoy golfing and hunting.

Customers can expect a professional, safe and fun fishing trip. They can expect me to communicate before the trip about when and where we will meet and what to expect about the fishing.

About Your Guide

Bobby Shockley

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

30 lb catfish, while bass fishing

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Steak

What’s your favorite band?

Currently Zach Bryan

What’s your favorite movie?

Lonesome Dove

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

30 lb catfish, while bass fishing

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Steak

What’s your favorite band?

Currently Zach Bryan

What’s your favorite movie?

Lonesome Dove

What’s your favorite sports team?

Chiefs, live and worked by Kansas City for 20 years

What’s your drink of choice?

Miller Lite, not while guiding of course

What was your last halloween costume?

My wife and I went to a party as Sonny and Cher, and we went trick or treating as a family as Gnomes

What do you want for Christmas this year?

My new boat is coming around Christmas, so that

How did you get started guiding?

I love fishing and want to share my passion with others

What makes you different from other guides?

I enjoy taking kids and teaching them to fish and seeing the enjoyment when they catch one. I also enjoy taking experienced fisherman and teaching them new techniques or just catching fish. I believe enjoying this wide range of trips sets me apart from other guides.

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Table Rock Lake Bass Fishing Guide

NEW Branson, MO 1 - 6 People 4 - 8 Hours From $450

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Table Rock Lake Bass Fishing Guide

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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours	6 Hours	4 Hours
1 Person	$450.00	$550.00	$650.00
2 People	$450.00	$550.00	$650.00
3 People	$525.00	$625.00	$725.00
4 People	$900.00	$1,100.00	$1,300.00
5 People	$1,050.00	$1,250.00	$1,450.00
6 People	$1,050.00	$1,250.00	$1,450.00

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About Your Trip

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Hello, this is Bobby and I offer bass fishing trips on Table Rock Lake. I grew up fishing on Table Rock Lake. I love the lake and fishing a really enjoy sharing this passion with fisherman of all skill and age levels. We use tournament grade equipment and often are able to target trophy bass.

My trips begin at 4 hours. Normally the trips start early in the morning but may vary depending on the time of year and fishing conditions. A 4 hour trip for up to two people is $400 and $50 additional for a third fisherman. I usually try to limit the trips to 3 fisherman but have taken a lot of families of 4, especially when the kids being the ones catching fish is the goal. If you have larger groups I can get additional guides to offer additional boats.

We will fish out of a 2025 Phoenix 721 ZXL. It is furnished with Garmin electronics including livescope. I also offer electronics training which are the same fees as fishing trips.

We use whatever bass fishing techniques are working on Table Rock at the time of the trip. If you have a specific technique you would like to learn or try we should talk about the best time of year to use that technique and schedule accordingly.

I provide bottled water for the trip and you should bring any additional drinks or snacks you would like during the trip.

I appreciate you trying to learn more and hope to take you fishing soon.

Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Beer

No beer allowed.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Phoenix
Year Built: 2025
Boat Length: 21'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Phoenix
Year Built: 2025
Boat Length: 21'
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Garmin Electronics, Minnkota trolling motor, Power Poles

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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

	January	February	March	April	May	June	July	August	September	October	November	December
Largemouth Bass	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good
Smallmouth Bass	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Great	Good	Not Ideal
Spotted Bass	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Good	Good