Captain Jason is a lifelong Pennsylvania angler with more than 25 years of experience on the water. His fishing story started like it does for many anglers, chasing Bluegill and Bass around farm ponds and walking miles of trout streams before eventually graduating to bigger boats, bigger water, and competitive fishing.
After getting into tournament Walleye fishing, Captain Jason quickly found success. That experience eventually led to years of competing alongside his brother, earning multiple tournament wins and twice qualifying for a national championship. Along the way, he developed an extensive understanding of fish behavior, changing conditions, boat control, and the little adjustments that can turn a slow day into a productive one.
As his two sons grew up, Captain Jason stepped away from the tournament scene to focus on teaching them the same love of fishing and the outdoors that he'd developed years earlier. Now, he's excited to bring that experience to his guests.
Captain Jason fishes throughout Western Pennsylvania, from Smallmouth Bass on the Allegheny River to Walleye and Lake Trout on Lake Erie and the diverse urban...
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Jason Hagg
Independent Guide
Captain Jason is a lifelong Pennsylvania angler with more than 25 years of experience on the water. His fishing story started like it does for many anglers, chasing Bluegill and Bass around farm ponds and walking miles of trout streams before eventually graduating to bigger boats, bigger water, and competitive fishing.
After getting into tournament Walleye fishing, Captain Jason quickly found success. That experience eventually led to years of competing alongside his brother, earning multiple tournament wins and twice qualifying for a national championship. Along the way, he developed an extensive understanding of fish behavior, changing conditions, boat control, and the little adjustments that can turn a slow day into a productive one.
As his two sons grew up, Captain Jason stepped away from the tournament scene to focus on teaching them the same love of fishing and the outdoors that he'd developed years earlier. Now, he's excited to bring that experience to his guests.
Captain Jason fishes throughout Western Pennsylvania, from Smallmouth Bass on the Allegheny River to Walleye and Lake Trout on Lake Erie and the diverse urban fishery of Pittsburgh's Three Rivers. He also has extensive experience on lakes and waterways throughout the region and is always excited to explore new water.
His approach is simple: go fishing and have fun. Beginners can expect patient, hands-on instruction, while experienced anglers are welcome to get involved in every part of the day. Whether you're learning a new body of water, chasing a new species, or simply looking for a great excuse to get outside, Captain Jason looks forward to sharing a day on the water with you.
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