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Bob's Guide Service 

5.0
(87 reviews)
 300 Little Mineral Marina, Pottsboro, TX 75076, United States–
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Bob's Guide Service 

Pottsboro, TX, United States
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26 ft
6
5.0
(87 reviews)
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Make the most of your time in Pottsboro and go fishing with Bob's Guide Service. With Captain Bob at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Local species include Striped Bass. On the day of your trip, you're likely to use live bait or troll using heavy tackle.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! All life vest are provided Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Capt. Bob has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is provided.

You
need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.
It's recommended to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Bob's Guide Service.

Make the most of your time in Pottsboro and go fishing with Bob's Guide Service. With Captain Bob at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide.

Local species include Striped Bass. On the day of your trip, you're likely to use live bait or troll using heavy tackle.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! All life vest are provided Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Capt. Bob has rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is provided.

You
need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain.
It's recommended to bring sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Bob's Guide Service.

Bob Childers
Captain
Bob Childers
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Ice box
Popular features
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Ice box

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:45 AM
Bass (Striped)
US $500
Entire boat: up to 3 people

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Rating

5.0
87 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (84)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

Reviews (87)

  • Austin Owens
    Austin Owens
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Bob is the man!!!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on May 9, 2026 • 2 adults

    We had an unbelievable day on the water with Captain Bob! We caught stripers all day, and he’s extremely knowledgeable of the fish and Lake Texoma as a whole. It didn’t take long to feel like we were fishing with an old friend who just happens to be an expert. He makes you feel very comfortable, and is accommodating to all skill levels. Every now and then other fishing boats would be within sight, and they did not seem to be having the success we were. He knows where the fish are! So if you’re looking to catch fish and have a great experience I would HIGHLY recommend booking with Captain Bob!

  • Jackie Dean Patterson
    Jackie Dean Patterson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Time Had By All.

    Half Day Trip (AM) on April 28, 2026 • 3 adults

    Bob's Guide Service is the best guide Service i have ever used!! The boat and equipment were in perfect condition. Very clean boat. Captain Bob was very personable, he worked had to make sure we all had the time of our lives. Bob was easy to get a long with and did not say anything negative, off color or any foul language. I took my 90 year old friend and Captain Bob made sure it was a special time for him. Each one of us caught out limit. Captain Bob is the guide to hire for any ages...be it your young children all they way up to senior adults. THE BEST GUIDE I HAVE EVER USED!!!

  • Shannon Schuh
    Shannon Schuh
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Another Amazing trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on October 26, 2026 • 2 adults

    Amazing fishing trip! We caught a ton of fish and had a great time. Bob is an excellent guide and we had an unforgettable experience. We will definitely be back. Highly recommend!

  • Doyle Roberts
    Doyle Roberts
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Awesome trip.

    Special 4 hours trip for Doyle Roberts on November 2, 2026 • 2 adults

    Limited out within 2 hrs of leaving the slip. Captain Bob is not only a great guide, but a good guy, also. Me and mine wouldn't choose anyone else for Texoma.

  • Rami Issa
    Rami Issa
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    we will do this again

    Half Day Trip (AM) on October 17, 2026 • 6 adults

    Bob did a great job. He knows the lake very well. Picked a great spot for stripers. All six ofbus hitbtge max limit in the first 2.5 hrs. Great experience!!

  • Casey Morgan
    Casey Morgan
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic family trip with Captain Bob!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 11, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Bob was a terrific guide from the time we booked through the end of our trip. His knowledge of the lake and his "honey holes" made for a great time on the water. We caught 2 short of 4 limits of stripper. Our kids had a blast and we will definitely book him for another round! Thanks for everything Bob!

  • Leonard Haynes
    Leonard Haynes
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent trip

    Half Day Trip (AM) on August 1, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    I’ve been on a lot of guided trips and never experienced the quality of service like bob provided. When things were not going good bob changed things up and put us into the fish. Very knowledgeable and had outstanding service to everyone one on the boat

  • John Seaman
    John Seaman
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip with Perfect Weather!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 20, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 children

    Our family five pack made awesome memories this fishing trip. The weather was perfect and the fish were biting. Captain Bob was very friendly and did a great job keeping us on top of fish all morning.

  • Shannon Schuh
    Shannon Schuh
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the Lake

    Half Day Trip (AM) on July 20, 2026 • 2 adults

    Great guided fishing charter. Bob was friendly, knowledgeable, and got us on fish. The boat and gear were top-notch, and the whole trip was a great experience. Highly recommend.

  • Janice Straka
    Janice Straka
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Wonderful family day!

    Half Day Trip (AM) on June 25, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    We had an amazing day with captain Bob . We learned so much about Lake Texoma and its history. Our young daughter (13) who wasn’t a fan of fishing now , “ loves fishing”.

FAQs about Bob's Guide Service

Bob's Guide Service offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Bob's Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Bob's Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
Bob's Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Bob's Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Bob's Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Striped)

Your captain

Bob Childers
Bob Childers
Pottsboro, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
87 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2024
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Capt. Bob runs trips out of Pottsboro (Little Mineral Marina) aboard a 26 ft Sea Haus with over 40 years of navigating/fishing experience on lake Texoma. These waters are known for Striped Bass, and he will show you how to catch them. He has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to catch fish is to join him out on the water! You'll be aboard a new first-class boat with all the latest electronics and fishing equipment. Fishing from one the safest boats on the lake. His motto is ' If they hiten we ain't sittin'. '
Bob Childers
Bob Childers
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
87
reviews
2024
member since
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response
Capt. Bob runs trips out of Pottsboro (Little Mineral Marina) aboard a 26 ft Sea Haus with over 40 years of navigating/fishing experience on lake Texoma. These waters are known for Striped Bass, and he will show you how to catch them. He has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to catch fish is to join him out on the water! You'll be aboard a new first-class boat with all the latest electronics and fishing equipment. Fishing from one the safest boats on the lake. His motto is ' If they hiten we ain't sittin'. '

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Striped Bass

Real catches by this captain

  • Group of anglers with a large striped fish catch stored in open coolers on a marina dock at Bob's Guide Service.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Doyle R.
    Doyle R.
    Limited out within 2 hrs of leaving the slip. Captain Bob is not only a great guide, but a good guy, also. Me and mine wouldn't choose anyone else for Texoma.
  • Three adult anglers display striped bass catches at a covered fishing dock, with a charter boat and cooler visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Shannon S.
    Shannon S.
    Amazing fishing trip! We caught a ton of fish and had a great time. Bob is an excellent guide and we had an unforgettable experience. We will definitely be back. Highly recommend!
  • Large mixed catch of striped and bottom-dwelling fish piled in an open cooler on a wooden dock.
    Fish 1
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Rami I.
    Rami I.
    Bob did a great job. He knows the lake very well. Picked a great spot for stripers. All six ofbus hitbtge max limit in the first 2.5 hrs. Great experience!!
  • A cooler packed with multiple striped bass from a fishing trip, displayed on a boat deck.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Striped Bass
    Bruce W.
    Bruce W.
    Captain Bob was not only a wonderful fishing guide but he was most congenial while providing us with a peak fishing experience.
  • Open cooler filled with multiple striped bass and other fish on a dock, showcasing a substantial charter fishing haul.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Striped Bass
    Doyle R.
    Doyle R.
    Wife and I really enjoyed our trip. Bob was an exceptional guide. Tons of fish. Fun as hell. Highly recommend.
  • A collection of striped bass stored in a cooler on a wooden dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Leonard H.
    Leonard H.
    I’ve been on a lot of guided trips and never experienced the quality of service like bob provided. When things were not going good bob changed things up and put us into the fish. Very knowledgeable and had outstanding service to everyone one on the boat
  • A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass at a dock, with a cooler full of fish visible.
    Fish 1
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Shannon S.
    Shannon S.
    Great guided fishing charter. Bob was friendly, knowledgeable, and got us on fish. The boat and gear were top-notch, and the whole trip was a great experience. Highly recommend.
  • Two adult anglers pose beside an open cooler containing multiple fish on a marina dock.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Juan G.
    Juan G.
    Bob was amazing! We felt like we known him for years. We cant wait to re book in the fall!
  • A family proudly displaying their catch of striped bass and catfish at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Janice S.
    Janice S.
    We had an amazing day with captain Bob . We learned so much about Lake Texoma and its history. Our young daughter (13) who wasn’t a fan of fishing now , “ loves fishing”.
  • Group of adult anglers posing with a cooler overflowing with freshly caught fish at a fishing lodge or dock.
    Fish 1
    White Bass
    Kristie H.
    Kristie H.
    Will definitely go again with captain Bob. It was a blast.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Sea Haus
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:
 Cash

What’s biting in Pottsboro right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)

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