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.
Captain Bob also offers on site over-nite accommodations including pool ,hot tub, duel fire pits and more,

Local species include Striped Bass. On the day of your trip, you’re likely to 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 might 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.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $350
    Join Captain Bob on a 5–hour half-day trip.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
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FAQs about Bob's Guide Service

Bob's Guide Service offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 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
  • Drinks (Bottled Water)
  • 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)

Meet the Captain

Bob Childers
Pottsboro, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
6 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2024
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 also offers on site accommodations on 6 private acres, pool, hot tube, fire pits at additional cost.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass

Boat specs

Sea Haus (Sportfishing) originally built in 2023. Powered by a 300HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Bottled Water
First Mate

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (12)
Striper versus Shad Throw-down
Striper versus Shad Throw-down
Striper versus Shad Throw-down
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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David P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Striper versus Shad Throw-down

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on April 25, 2024
Striper were blowing up the Shad on Bob’s Guide Service boat!  Great day!  Caught limit with a couple 22” & 24” jumbos! ...
David P. recommends Bob's Guide Service
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Adam G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Spring Break Day with my sons

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 19, 2024
Planned a half day trip with my two sons - nice boat, nice people, caught fish, and enjoyed the company of my boys for 5 hours...
Adam G. recommends Bob's Guide Service
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JohnMathew A. Y.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best Service Ever

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (AM) on April 13, 2024
This was my first time ever using any kind of fishing service I couldn’t imagine using anyone else
JohnMathew A. Y. recommends Bob's Guide Service
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Carol N.
Sherman, Texas
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Bob's Guide Service

Half Day Trip (AM) on February 13, 2024
Had the best time every fishing Lake Texoma.  Caught lots of fish and even had to throw some back.  Boat was fantastic, clean...
Carol N. recommends Bob's Guide Service
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Marty T.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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We really like Captain Bob and Carol

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 12, 2024
It seems like it was a bad fishing day for most people that had morning trips since we only caught a couple but Captain Bob...
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