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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

These trips are very fast action, great for beginners, kids and experts alike! These trips target mainly, bluegill, redear sunfish, crappie, rock bass etc. Whether you are looking to come out and catch a bunch of fish for fun or a mess of fish for the fryer, these trips are a lot of fun. If you are planning to keep fish, cleaning is provided for no extra charge and I supply the cooler and ice on the boat for your catch.

From the Months of June through August, morning trips start as early as 5:30 to beat the heat and boat traffic as the day progresses. Afternoon trips start around 3:30 or 4. Both afternoon and evening trips last 5-6 hours. Trips for the Months of May, September, and October will begin between 7 and 8 in the morning. Morning trips during these months are only available on the weekends. Evening trips are available for all 7 days of the week for these trips, however, weekday trips will not be able to start until 5 pm. We will meet at the Jimmerson Lake Boat launch and fish one of the lakes on the Lake James chain, just dependent on the conditions and time of year.

My boat is a Tracker V16 and 17 feet long with a nice wide 7 foot stern. I can bring up to 4 guests. The boat is equipped with Livescope, and a Hummingbird Helix 7 to help us get on the fish as quick as possible. It also equipped with an I Pilot trolling, helping stay on the fish instead of wasting time pulling anchors up and down all day. It also allows me to be more hands on in helping customers catch fish, instead of having to work the trolling motor with a foot pedal.

While these trips mainly take place on the Lake James chain, I am willing to travel to other lakes in Northeast Indiana to teach techniques that will work on those bodies of water. I am also willing to target specific species if requested along with teaching certain techniques if your goal is to learn as much as possible.

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Languages

English

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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Pricing Matrix

	5 hours
1 Person	$350.00
2 People	$350.00
3 People	$350.00
4 People	$350.00

Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Adam P.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quantity

Adam is an avid fishing guide with 15 years experience on the Maumee River and more than a decade on the Lake James Chain. Based in Northeast Indiana and Northwest Ohio, he specializes in summer flathead catfish outings in Napoleon, Ohio, and leads exciting trips during the May white bass run on the Maumee. In Northeast Indiana he runs family-friendly panfish trips on the Lake James Chain, sharing practical tips and techniques with beginners, kids,...

About Your Guide

Adam P.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

37 pound flathead catfish

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

Fish and deer steak

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

37 pound flathead catfish

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

Fish and deer steak

What’s your favorite band?

HARDY

What’s your favorite movie?

Talladega Nights

What’s your favorite sports team?

Tennessee Titans

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

A deer hunter

What do you want for Christmas this year?

new fishing rod

How did you get started guiding?

Started guiding on the Maumee River 6 years ago as a way to keep busy in the summer.

What makes you different from other guides?

I really am passionate about making trips as relaxing and as fun as possible. I work hard to keep everyone on the fish and am constantly baiting rods, helping people with different techniques, spending most of my time helping you catch fish instead of fishing myself. I also offer fish cleaning services for no extra charge.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Fremont, Indiana

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Panfish Trips Lake James Indiana

Boat Type: Utility Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Tracker
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 17'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Utility Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Tracker
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 17'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury
Total Horsepower: 75
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Livescope, Ipilot trolling motor, Hummingbird Helix 7

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Trip Details & 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.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 3 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Languages

English

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.

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

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 3 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.

Panfish Trips Lake James Indiana

About Your Trip

About Your Trip

Pricing Matrix

About Your Guide

About Your Guide

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

Start Location & Lodging Options

About Your Boat

About Your Boat

Trip Details & Amenities

Target Species

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

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