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We hand pick our Damn Good Guides, and our network spans across North America and beyond.
“Our Damn Good Guides go above and beyond, and we've handpicked every single one. We're passionate about the outdoors and look forward to getting you out on the trip of a lifetime, every time.”
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Bowfin Fishing Guides
Inshore, Lake Fishing in North Key Largo
Everglades Peacock Bass Adventure
Inshore, River, Flats in Crystal River
Bowfishing/Gigging Night Trip
River, Lake, Boat Cruise in Dunnellon
Scenic River And Lake Fishing
Bass Bonanza!
Everglades Gigging
River Fishing in Fort Lauderdale
Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin
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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip
What are the best bowfin fishing trips?
The best bowfin fishing trips are:
- Dream State Charters guided by Kevin C.
- Cast A Line Fly Charters guided by Justin N.
- Arrow-In Addiction Bowfishing, guided by Joe W.
- Reel Time Outfitters guided by Leon H. with 19 years of experience
- Swampdog tours guided by Jonathan M.
Why should I book a bowfin fishing trip with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 14 bowfin trips, and the most popular trips are Bowfishing / Gigging guided by Leon, Oswego Multi-Species guided by Michael, and Freshwater BowFishing guided by Randall.
Our guides are rated a 4.93 out of 5 based on 8854 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.
Looking for kid friendly bowfin guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly bowfin guides.
What types of bowfin fishing trips are common?
Lake fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bowfin as well as river fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.
The most common fishing techniques are light tackle fishing, artificial lure fishing, and live bait fishing but topwater fishing and gigging are popular as well.
How much does a bowfin fishing trip cost?
Prices for bowfin can range anywhere from about $400 to $1,600, but the average price for a half day trip for bowfin is $680. The average price for a full day trip for bowfin is $991.
Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?
Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.
Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.
Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.
What month is best for bowfin fishing?
The most popular season for bowfin fishing is spring, and most anglers book their trips 21 days in advance.
Do I need a fishing license for bowfin and what are the bag limits for bowfin?
See here for more information on bowfin fishing licenses, bowfin bag limits, and fishing season regulations for bowfin. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant bowfin rules and regulations.
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Other Fishing Species
- Alligator Gar
- Black Drum
- Blue Catfish
- Bluefish
- Bluegill
- Bream
- Brown Trout
- Bullhead Catfish
- Carp
- Channel Catfish
- Chinook Salmon
- Cichlid
- Clown Knifefish
- Coho Salmon
- Crappie
- Flathead Catfish
- Flounder
- Garfish
- Lake Trout
- Largemouth Bass
- Longnose Gar
- Muskie
- Northern Pike
- Peacock Bass
- Perch
- Rainbow Trout
- Ray
- Shad
- Sheepshead
- Smallmouth Bass
- Smallmouth Buffalo
- Snakehead
- Snook
- Spotted Bass
- Spotted Gar
- Stingray
- Sunfish
- Tarpon
- Tilapia
- Walleye
