About Your Guide

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Brett Kilmer

Outfitter
Laid-back
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quantity
Talkative
Hi! My name is Brett, and I'm a full time, licensed guide. I grew up in Rowlett, TX and currently reside in Rockwall TX. I've grown up fishing my whole life. Growing up on Lake Ray Hubbard, and living only 25 miles from Lake Tawakoni, has given me 30+ years fishing on both of these lakes. I have also fished bass tournaments competitively since I was 16 years old, which has given me lots of experience on different bodies of water all over the state, in many different conditions. So whether your a parent wanting to get your child started in fishing, wanting to learn how to fish yourself, or an accomplished fisherman wanting to catch fish or stock up your freezer I can put you on the fish! Hope to see you on the water!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Brett Kilmer

Brett Kilmer

Outfitter
Hi! My name is Brett, and I'm a full time, licensed guide. I grew up in Rowlett, TX and currently reside in Rockwall TX. I've grown up fishing my whole life. Growing up on Lake Ray Hubbard, and living only 25 miles from Lake Tawakoni, has given me 30+ years fishing on both of these lakes. I have also fished bass tournaments competitively since I was 16 years old, which has given me lots of experience on different bodies of water all over the state, in many different conditions. So whether your a parent wanting to get your child started in fishing, wanting to learn how to fish yourself, or an accomplished fisherman wanting to catch fish or stock up your freezer I can put you on the fish! Hope to see you on the water!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
64# Blue Cat
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fried fish - crappie to be specific
What’s your favorite band?
Alabama
What’s your favorite movie?
Shaw Shank Redemption

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
64# Blue Cat
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fried fish - crappie to be specific
What’s your favorite band?
Alabama
What’s your favorite movie?
Shaw Shank Redemption
What’s your favorite sports team?
Cowboys
What’s your drink of choice?
Sweet tea
What was your last halloween costume?
🤣
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Truck tires
How did you get started guiding?
Sold my landscaping business after 30 plus year and wanted to capitalize on my passion for fishing
What makes you different from other guides?
I have a sixth sense for finding fish and have extreme patience for kids and novice anglers
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"Reeling In Memories"

100% (1) 1 - 8 People 4 - 6 Hours From $450
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
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"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"
"Reeling in Memories"

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

Come fish Lake Tawakoni, where the focus is simple: fun, family, and fish! We offer 4.5 hour and 6.5 hour guided trips targeting hybrid striper, white bass (sandbass), and eater size catfish. Your trip includes everything you need - rods, reels, bait, tackle, and fish cleaning/packaging. Just being a cooler to take your fillets home! We run our trips on 24' boats that handle big water comfortably, making this a great outing for families, first-timers...

About Your Trip

Come fish Lake Tawakoni, where the focus is simple: fun, family, and fish!

We offer 4.5 hour and 6.5 hour guided trips targeting hybrid striper, white bass (sandbass), and eater size catfish. Your trip includes everything you need - rods, reels, bait, tackle, and fish cleaning/packaging. Just being a cooler to take your fillets home!

We run our trips on 24' boats that handle big water comfortably, making this a great outing for families, first-timers
and seasoned anglers alike.

Our approach varies by season:
- For white bass and hybrid striper, we typically fish vertically over schools or cast when needed. We occasionally use live bait depending on the time of year.
- For catfish we fish over baited holes using punch bait or cut shad depending on water temp and fish behavior

Whether you're chasing numbers, looking for a personal best, or just wanting a great day on the lake with the family, we're here to get you on the fish and "Reeling in Memories"!

Trophy catfish trips are offered from November through February for the 6.5 hour price point!!
Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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 up to 2 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

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 photo for "Reeling in Memories"
Boat photo for "Reeling in Memories"
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Blazer Bay
Year Built
2013
Boat Length
24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Blazer Bay
Year Built
2013
Boat Length
24'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
200
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
Cooler of ice for drinks and snacks, live bait tank, iced cooler for fish
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Recent Reviews of Chums on the Water

5.0
based on 1 review

John

Verified Review

Brett's a focused guide who works hard to find success. Booking company worked hard to rebook after weather cancelations and other issues caused schedule conflicts. Would prefer to see full balances as paid by running total in an account statement on website.

John

Verified Review

Brett's a focused guide who works hard to find success. Booking company worked hard to rebook after weather cancelations and other issues caused schedule conflicts. Would prefer to see full balances as paid by running total in an account statement on website.
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Type of Fishing

Lake

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