Etoile Fishing Guides

Come join Captain Lynn for a fun and enjoyable fishing trip on the legendary Lake Sam Rayburn! You'll be going after two Texas freshwater classics, Largemouth Bass and Crappie, on more than 114,000 acres of clear water, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. This lake, affectionately known as "Big Sam", is right in the heart of Texas' Piney Woods, a unique environment with ecosystems found nowhere else in the USA! "Big Sam" is the grandfather of Texas Bass fishing and is referred to by many professional anglers as arguably the best Bass and Crappie fishing in the nation. In 1998, more 13-pound Bass were caught on "Big Sam" than on any other lake in the state of Texas! When you're fishing out here with Captain Lynn, you'll be in for the trip of a lifetime. He's a seasoned expert with years of experience fishing this lake, and he has a record you can rely on! Whether you're a veteran angler or a first-time fisherman, you'll be in good hands. Get out there and have a blast! Read More

Hop on board with Scott for an exciting day of fishing on Lake Nacogdoches! On this 6-hour freshwater trip, you'll be targeting Blue Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass and White Bass. Largemouth Bass are the most popular game fish at Lake Nacogdoches due to their high numbers. Get ready to catch some big ones; Nacogdoches is known for producing trophy-sized bass and there's been 3 cases of bass over 13 pounds. You'll also see some Crappie and catfish, but numbers are relatively low so expect to target these species less. Whatever fish you're after, Scott is a friendly guide who will land you some big catches and help you hone in your techniques along the way. You’ll be fishing on Scott’s 25’ Skeeter center console, which is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder and live bait well. It can accommodate 6 anglers. Make sure you bring a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Scott will provide the rest. He will also clean any fish you catch for an additional charge. Read More

If you're looking to explore the marshes and shallow-water flats around Toledo Bend, TX, then this trip with Steve has your name on it! Steve is passionate about fishing, especially fly-fishing, and ties all of his own flies as well as running his own fly and rod shop. Whether you're an experienced angler looking to try out a new environment, or a beginner looking to perfect your cast, Steve has all the tools and tricks to ensure you have a great day on the water. On this trip, you'll target Crappie, Largemouth Bass, and White Bass—all freshwater sport species known for their tenacious fighting abilities! These fish will crush lures and dry flies, so you can play to your own strengths. Steve will get you set up with whatever tackle is most suited to the weather, season, and conditions, so you can have the best possible shot at a personal best. You'll be fishing from Steve's 17' Gator Tail mud boat, which is designed specifically for fishing shallow marshes and flats. You'll be able to get to hard-to-reach places where big fish like to hang out, and cast directly to the lunkers! Steve will bring along everything you need for a blue-ribbon day, including rods, reels, tackle, and flies. All you need is sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and your Texas fishing license! Read More

This trip is focusing on catching bull reds, and sharks when they are in close to the beachfront. We will use both live and dead bait to attract and hopefully catch the big boys of the bay. As always, all rods, tackle, bait and fish cleaning is included. Do we fish if it’s raining or windy? Safety is a priority. If there are severe storms in the area or if the wind is out of control, I’ll suggest we delay or try to reschedule the trip. There’s no sense in going out and being uncomfortable, and I will never put us in danger. But if it’s just a little rain, let’s go – the fish are already wet! Read More

Hop on board with Scott for an exciting day of fishing on Toledo Bend! On this 6-hour trip on the freshwater reservoir, you'll be targeting Blue Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass and White Bass. Largemouth Bass is the most popular game fish at Toledo Bend Reservoir and an excellent year-round fishery exists. You can also fish for crappie and catfish all year. Striped bass are maintained by annual stockings because conditions at Toledo Bend usually do not allow a successful natural spawn. Whatever fish you're after, Scott is a friendly guide who will land you some big catches and help you hone in your techniques along the way. You’ll be fishing on Scott’s 25’ Skeeter center console, which is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder and live bait well. It can accommodate 6 anglers. Make sure you bring a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Scott will provide the rest. He will also clean any fish you catch for an additional charge. Read More

Hop on board with Scott for an exciting day of fishing on Sam Rayburn Reservoir! On this 4-hour freshwater trip, you'll be targeting Blue Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass and White Bass. The most popular game fish on Sam Rayburn is Largemouth Bass, so expect to find one on the end of your line! Crappie and Catfish also have excellent year-round populations in this reservoir. Less common here is the White Bass, but come during the spring time and you might just reel one in. Whatever fish you're after, Scott is a friendly guide who will land you some big catches and help you hone in your techniques along the way. You’ll be fishing on Scott’s 25’ Skeeter center console, which is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder and live bait well. It can accommodate 6 anglers. Make sure you bring a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Scott will provide the rest. He will also clean any fish you catch for an additional charge. Read More

Hop on board with Scott for an exciting day of fishing on Sam Rayburn Reservoir! On this 4-hour freshwater trip, you'll be targeting Blue Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass and White Bass. The most popular game fish on Sam Rayburn is Largemouth Bass, so expect to find one on the end of your line! Crappie and Catfish also have excellent year-round populations in this reservoir. Less common here is the White Bass, but come during the spring time and you might just reel one in. Whatever fish you're after, Scott is a friendly guide who will land you some big catches and help you hone in your techniques along the way. You’ll be fishing on Scott’s 25’ Skeeter center console, which is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder and live bait well. It can accommodate 6 anglers. Make sure you bring a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Scott will provide the rest. He will also clean any fish you catch for an additional charge. Read More

Hop on board with Scott for an exciting day of fishing on Lake Nacogdoches! On this 6-hour freshwater trip, you'll be targeting Blue Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass and White Bass. Largemouth Bass are the most popular game fish at Lake Nacogdoches due to their high numbers. Get ready to catch some big ones; Nacogdoches is known for producing trophy-sized bass and there's been 3 cases of bass over 13 pounds. You'll also see some Crappie and catfish, but numbers are relatively low so expect to target these species less. Whatever fish you're after, Scott is a friendly guide who will land you some big catches and help you hone in your techniques along the way. You’ll be fishing on Scott’s 25’ Skeeter center console, which is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder and live bait well. It can accommodate 6 anglers. Make sure you bring a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Scott will provide the rest. He will also clean any fish you catch for an additional charge. Read More

Hop on board with Scott for an exciting day of fishing on Toledo Bend! On this 6-hour trip on the freshwater reservoir, you'll be targeting Blue Catfish, Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass and White Bass. Largemouth Bass is the most popular game fish at Toledo Bend Reservoir and an excellent year-round fishery exists. You can also fish for crappie and catfish all year. Striped bass are maintained by annual stockings because conditions at Toledo Bend usually do not allow a successful natural spawn. Whatever fish you're after, Scott is a friendly guide who will land you some big catches and help you hone in your techniques along the way. You’ll be fishing on Scott’s 25’ Skeeter center console, which is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder and live bait well. It can accommodate 6 anglers. Make sure you bring a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Scott will provide the rest. He will also clean any fish you catch for an additional charge. Read More

If you're looking to explore the marshes and shallow-water flats around Toledo Bend, TX, then this trip with Steve has your name on it! Steve is passionate about fishing, especially fly-fishing, and ties all of his own flies as well as running his own fly and rod shop. Whether you're an experienced angler looking to try out a new environment, or a beginner looking to perfect your cast, Steve has all the tools and tricks to ensure you have a great day on the water. On this trip, you'll target Crappie, Largemouth Bass, and White Bass—all freshwater sport species known for their tenacious fighting abilities! These fish will crush lures and dry flies, so you can play to your own strengths. Steve will get you set up with whatever tackle is most suited to the weather, season, and conditions, so you can have the best possible shot at a personal best. You'll be fishing from Steve's 17' Gator Tail mud boat, which is designed specifically for fishing shallow marshes and flats. You'll be able to get to hard-to-reach places where big fish like to hang out, and cast directly to the lunkers! Steve will bring along everything you need for a blue-ribbon day, including rods, reels, tackle, and flies. All you need is sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and your Texas fishing license! Read More

Come join Captain Lynn for a fun and enjoyable fishing trip on the legendary Lake Sam Rayburn! You'll be going after two Texas freshwater classics, Largemouth Bass and Crappie, on more than 114,000 acres of clear water, surrounded by breathtaking scenery. This lake, affectionately known as "Big Sam", is right in the heart of Texas' Piney Woods, a unique environment with ecosystems found nowhere else in the USA! "Big Sam" is the grandfather of Texas Bass fishing and is referred to by many professional anglers as arguably the best Bass and Crappie fishing in the nation. In 1998, more 13-pound Bass were caught on "Big Sam" than on any other lake in the state of Texas! When you're fishing out here with Captain Lynn, you'll be in for the trip of a lifetime. He's a seasoned expert with years of experience fishing this lake, and he has a record you can rely on! Whether you're a veteran angler or a first-time fisherman, you'll be in good hands. Get out there and have a blast! Read More

This trip is focusing on catching bull reds, and sharks when they are in close to the beachfront. We will use both live and dead bait to attract and hopefully catch the big boys of the bay. As always, all rods, tackle, bait and fish cleaning is included. Do we fish if it’s raining or windy? Safety is a priority. If there are severe storms in the area or if the wind is out of control, I’ll suggest we delay or try to reschedule the trip. There’s no sense in going out and being uncomfortable, and I will never put us in danger. But if it’s just a little rain, let’s go – the fish are already wet! Read More