Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours
5 People	$925.00
4 People	$725.00
3 People	$625.00
2 People	$525.00
1 Person	$525.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Drake M.

Independent Guide 7 years of exp.

Veteran

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quantity

Talkative

Laid-back

Growing up I was blessed to experience many fishing adventures out of our camp on Lake Pontchartrain. Louisiana has such an incredible fishery and over time I realized sharing what we have is extremely fun! Few things compare to watching a young angler reel in fish after fish, or an avid fisherman catch their first Redfish. After serving in the infantry in the early 2000's I spent 15 years in sales, where I learned the...

About Your Guide

Drake M.

Independent Guide 7 years of exp.

Growing up I was blessed to experience many fishing adventures out of our camp on Lake Pontchartrain. Louisiana has such an incredible fishery and over time I realized sharing what we have is extremely fun! Few things compare to watching a young angler reel in fish after fish, or an avid fisherman catch their first Redfish. After serving in the infantry in the early 2000's I spent 15 years in sales, where I learned the importance of customer service.
For the last 7 years I have guided full time in the Rigolets area of Lake Pontchartrain. The current boat is a 25' Bluewave bay boat. The two most common compliments received for the boat are the cleanliness and amount of space on board.
As far as standing out from other guides, what sets me apart is that I do not follow the fleet, I do not rely on a network of fishermen to feed me information, I do not rely on phone calls or a radio to find fish, and I avoid community holes as much as possible.
Other hobbies would be spending time with my wife and two sons.
When a customer books a trip with me, they can immediately expect thorough communication about what to expect and also I want to know what their expectations are. I want every trip to be the trip of a lifetime.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Redfish over 30lbs.

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

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Redfish over 30lbs.

What’s your favorite movie?

Jeremiah Johnson

What’s your drink of choice?

Water

How did you get started guiding?

Fishing several days a week for many years.

What makes you different from other guides?

I find my own fish. I do not rely on reports, a phone, a VHF radio, or rely on community holes. Getting my customers far away from other boats and on many fish is the goal each day.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Slidell, Louisiana

Areas Fished

Lake Pontchartrain

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Bluewave
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Bluewave
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 25'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 1

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Lake, Flats

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 provided for an additional fee.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

	January	February	March	April	May	June	July	August	September	October	November	December
Black Drum	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good
Flounder	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good
Redfish	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good
Speckled Trout	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good

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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
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

All rods, reels, and tackle are included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use 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 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.

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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First Time Booking with Us?

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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, bait, 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.

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