Central Florida Bucketmouths is owned and operated by Captain Monte Goodman. He is a professional Bass fishing guide and a successful tournament angler who has been guiding for over 20 years. Captain Monte’s mission is to provide a safe, enjoyable, educational, and successful experience for all his guests.
Fishing is done aboard a 21’ Triton Bass boat originally built in 2010 with a capacity for up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Powered by a 250 HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 60 knots. The fast and steady Bass boat is equipped with a GPS and a fishfinder which help locate the fish, and a livewell that holds the live well.
Polk County is adorned by hundreds of lakes and spectacular natural resources which make this region a thriving fishery. The lakes of Central Florida you will fish include the Kissimmee Chain, Lake Toho, Walk in Water, Istokpoga, and the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, as well as a few highly sought after private lakes and pits.
This area is perhaps the most famous for Largemouth Bass, which has countless fishing tournaments dedicated to it. Bass are catch and release only. Other species may be taken according to size and bag limits. The other fish species you can target include Catfish, Crappie, Sunfish, and other small Panfish. Capt. Monte prides himself not only on the success of catch but also by providing outstanding customer service and helping his guests become better anglers.
Capt. Monte provides rods, reels, tackle, and lures for fishing, as well as water and soft drinks. You are welcome to bring along snacks and lunch, as well as sunglasses, sunscreen, and an insect repellant. All passengers who are 16 years of age or older, must have a freshwater fishing license. Fish cleaning service is available but not included in the price of the trip.
Explore these beautiful waters with Central Florida Bucketmouths and make some new fishing memories!
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
80%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Jul 26, 2024
Full Day Trip
Highly recommend Monte. Had a full day booked, got to the boat ramp and he had us on fish all day. Highly knowledgeable and just a really solid guy.
Highly recommend Monte. Had a full day booked, got to the boat ramp and he had us on fish all day. Highly knowledgeable and just...
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Murfreesboro, TN
Jun 7, 2023
Half Day Trip (AM)
Really good day, we caught fish and he helped my daughter catch some nice bass
Really good day, we caught fish and he helped my daughter catch some nice bass
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Burnsville, MN
Jun 15, 2021
Half Day Trip (AM)
Monty knew exactly what to do for conditions and what not to do which we would’ve done because were from up north but now I was really a lot of fun and we had a good time
Monty knew exactly what to do for conditions and what not to do which we would’ve done because were from up north but now I was...
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Waterford, VT
Jul 4, 2021
Half Day Trip (AM)
Outstanding guide. He not only knows his stuff but has a spectacular personality. Learned some new techniques and caught fish too! Will be back for sure!
Outstanding guide. He not only knows his stuff but has a spectacular personality. Learned some new techniques and caught fish...
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United States
May 31, 2021
Half Day Trip (PM)
My son and I had a great trip with Capt. Monte. We caught tons of fish and learned a bit about Florida fishing. I highly recommend this trip.
My son and I had a great trip with Capt. Monte. We caught tons of fish and learned a bit about Florida fishing. I highly recommend...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (10)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
80%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Full Day Trip on July 26, 2024
Highly recommend Monte. Had a full day booked, got to the boat ramp and he had us on fish all day. Highly knowledgeable and just a really solid guy.
Highly recommend Monte. Had a full day booked, got to the boat ramp and he had us on fish all day. Highly knowledgeable and just a really solid guy.
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Murfreesboro, TN
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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 7, 2023
Really good day, we caught fish and he helped my daughter catch some nice bass
Really good day, we caught fish and he helped my daughter catch some nice bass
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Burnsville, MN
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Half Day Trip (AM) on June 15, 2021
Monty knew exactly what to do for conditions and what not to do which we would’ve done because were from up north but now I was really a lot of fun and we had a good time
Monty knew exactly what to do for conditions and what not to do which we would’ve done because were from up north but now I was really a lot of fun and we had a good time
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Waterford, VT
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Half Day Trip (AM) on July 4, 2021
Outstanding guide. He not only knows his stuff but has a spectacular personality. Learned some new techniques and caught fish too! Will be back for sure!
Outstanding guide. He not only knows his stuff but has a spectacular personality. Learned some new techniques and caught fish too! Will be back for sure!
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Half Day Trip (PM) on May 31, 2021
My son and I had a great trip with Capt. Monte. We caught tons of fish and learned a bit about Florida fishing. I highly recommend this trip.
My son and I had a great trip with Capt. Monte. We caught tons of fish and learned a bit about Florida fishing. I highly recommend this trip.
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