DCS Guide Service
DCS Guide Service
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Spend an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Derek and discover some of the best fishing the Branson, Missouri area has to offer!
Whether you're chasing hard-fighting bass on Table Rock Lake or targeting trout on Lake Taneycomo, every trip is designed to be fun, relaxed, and memorable. These waters are known for quality fishing, including Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout — giving you plenty of opportunities for action throughout the day.
You'll be fishing aboard a 21' Skeeter bass boat, built for performance and comfort, with space for up to 4 guests. It's fully equipped with everything you need for a successful trip, including rods, reels, and tackle, so you can focus on fishing while Captain Derek handles the details. Cold water is provided onboard, and there's plenty of cooler space for any additional drinks or snacks you'd like to bring.
Whether you're a seasoned angler or new to the sport, Captain Derek will guide you every step of the way — from choosing the right technique to landing your catch — making sure you have the best possible experience on the water.
To stay comfortable, we recommend bringing:
Sunglasses & a hat
Non-spray sunscreen
Sun-protective clothing (sun shirts, buffs, etc.)
Weather-appropriate layers for cooler days
From calm mornings to action-packed afternoons, this trip is all about great fishing, beautiful Ozark scenery, and time well spent outdoors.
Book your trip today and get ready to chase bass and trout with Captain Derek!
Spend an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Derek and discover some of the best fishing the Branson, Missouri area has to offer!
Whether you're chasing hard-fighting bass on Table Rock Lake or targeting trout on Lake Taneycomo, every trip is designed to be fun, relaxed, and memorable. These waters are known for quality fishing, including Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Spotted Bass, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout — giving you plenty of opportunities for action throughout the day.
You'll be fishing aboard a 21' Skeeter bass boat, built for performance and comfort, with space for up to 4 guests. It's fully equipped with everything you need for a successful trip, including rods, reels, and tackle, so you can focus on fishing while Captain Derek handles the details. Cold water is provided onboard, and there's plenty of cooler space for any additional drinks or snacks you'd like to bring.
Whether you're a seasoned angler or new to the sport, Captain Derek will guide you every step of the way — from choosing the right technique to landing your catch — making sure you have the best possible experience on the water.
To stay comfortable, we recommend bringing:
Sunglasses & a hat
Non-spray sunscreen
Sun-protective clothing (sun shirts, buffs, etc.)
Weather-appropriate layers for cooler days
From calm mornings to action-packed afternoons, this trip is all about great fishing, beautiful Ozark scenery, and time well spent outdoors.
Book your trip today and get ready to chase bass and trout with Captain Derek!
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We had the absolute best time bass fishing with Captain Derek in Branson! He was incredibly knowledgeable, so attentive, and just an all-around wonderful guide. Our kids are already asking when we can go fishing with Derek again which pretty much says it all! We made unforgettable family memories thanks to the incredible experience Derek provided.
Derek was an amazing God it was a great experience. He worked and worked and worked until he finally got what he wanted. We got a 20 1/2 inch brown trout even if we hadn’t done that we caught Ten trout and he was just worked his butt off to make sure we got our moneys worth and had a good time. He is worth the money definitely and tip him well.
Went fishing with 3 kids ranging in age from 11-13. Everyone had a great time and was engaged the entire time. We almost caught our limit of trout and couldn’t believe our time was up - it flew by! Even watching Derek clean and filet the fish was an experience for the kids. We started at 7 am and glad the kids had hoodies. It warmed up by 8 though to a very comfortable morning! Would 100% do this trip again!
Derek took my family of 4, including a 14 & 12 year old, bass fishing. He was incredibly knowledgeable and patient with all the questions my kids had! Plus we caught SO MANY bass. We all highly recommend Derek!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We caught our first fish about 30 seconds into our first cast. Captain Derek was great. He got us to our spot quickly and we were off and running. Very patient with the kids and had lots of tips and tricks to share. We had a great time.
FAQs about DCS Guide Service
- US $300 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip (Custom Timing) (3 hours)
- US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
- US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (Full Day) (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- River fishing
- Lake fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Spinning
- Bass (Largemouth)
- Bass (Smallmouth)
- Bass (Spotted)
- Brown Trout
Your captain
Benefit from Capt. Derek's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Branson. Explore these waters teeming with Spotted Bass, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) under Derek's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Benefit from Capt. Derek's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Branson. Explore these waters teeming with Spotted Bass, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout (Steelhead) under Derek's expert guidance. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
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How cancellations work
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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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
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:
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