Fish With a Pro – W. Palm Bch- Ft. Lauderdale 

4.9
(72 reviews)
 
State licensed
 2843 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth, FL 33461, United States–

Fish With a Pro – W. Palm Bch- Ft. Lauderdale 

Lake Worth, FL, United States
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20 ft
4
4.9
(72 reviews)

You can’t go wrong when you Fish With a Pro. Captain William offers exciting fishing trips for anglers of all skill levels. He has been tournament fishing and guiding on Lake Okeechobee and the Everglades for over 28 years.

Captain William has tournament fished against some of the top pros in the world. Pros such as Roland Martin, Kevin Van Dam, Michael Iaconelli, Shaw Grigsby, and Jimmy Houston just to name a few. With that comes a wealth of knowledge of where the hot spots are and how to catch them.

Captain William has been fishing on the FLW and B.A.S.S. circuit for over 23 years. He's a 4-time Florida B.A.S.S. Nation Angler of the Year, a 2-time Walmart BFL Champion, and a 2-time Florida B.A.S.S. Nation-State Champion. These are just a few of the many titles Capt. William holds, so if you are up for some top-notch fishing, join him in the majestic Everglades!

Just take a look at the pictures and videos, and you will understand that the captain’s main goal is to put you on fish. He works hard to make every trip an incredible one!

He will take you out aboard his spacious 20’ Triton Bass boat. Thanks to her 200 HP Mercury engine, you’ll be on the fishing grounds in no time. She has plenty of room for anglers to master their cast and make an outstanding catch possible.

Once aboard, you will be able to use the finest tournament-grade tackle to land Largemouth and Peacock Bass. Capt. William will provide you with artificial lures but you can also fish with wild shiners at an extra cost.

This bass boat is outfitted with an ice-box for your snacks & refreshments.
. *Live bait not included.
*Just pack your fishing license, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, and any food and drink you want for the day, and you're good to go.

You can’t go wrong when you Fish With a Pro. Captain William offers exciting fishing trips for anglers of all skill levels. He has been tournament fishing and guiding on Lake Okeechobee and the Everglades for over 28 years.

Captain William has tournament fished against some of the top pros in the world. Pros such as Roland Martin, Kevin Van Dam, Michael Iaconelli, Shaw Grigsby, and Jimmy Houston just to name a few. With that comes a wealth of knowledge of where the hot spots are and how to catch them.

Captain William has been fishing on the FLW and B.A.S.S. circuit for over 23 years. He's a 4-time Florida B.A.S.S. Nation Angler of the Year, a 2-time Walmart BFL Champion, and a 2-time Florida B.A.S.S. Nation-State Champion. These are just a few of the many titles Capt. William holds, so if you are up for some top-notch fishing, join him in the majestic Everglades!

Just take a look at the pictures and videos, and you will understand that the captain’s main goal is to put you on fish. He works hard to make every trip an incredible one!

He will take you out aboard his spacious 20’ Triton Bass boat. Thanks to her 200 HP Mercury engine, you’ll be on the fishing grounds in no time. She has plenty of room for anglers to master their cast and make an outstanding catch possible.

Once aboard, you will be able to use the finest tournament-grade tackle to land Largemouth and Peacock Bass. Capt. William will provide you with artificial lures but you can also fish with wild shiners at an extra cost.

This bass boat is outfitted with an ice-box for your snacks & refreshments.
. *Live bait not included.
*Just pack your fishing license, polarized sunglasses, sunscreen, camera, and any food and drink you want for the day, and you're good to go.

William Wood
Captain
William Wood
28 years of experience
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November 2026
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2 adults • 0 children
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TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!!
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
Clown Knife Fish
US $395
Entire boat: 2 people
TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!!
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
Clown Knife Fish
US $395
Entire boat: 2 people
TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!!
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
Clown Knife Fish
US $495
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.9
72 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (275)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

Reviews (72)

  • Eric O'reilly
    Eric O'reilly
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing at its finest

    TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! on December 1, 2023 • 2 adults • 1 child

    Fishing is my son’s passion for his 12th birthday he wanted to catch a big large mouth bass! Capt William wood put us on the fish within the first 15 min he had his trophy bass!! Capt William was very knowledgeable and worked all day long to constantly put us on them. We fished for three days and had an excellent trip catching multiple species of game fish including peacock bass clown knife and largemouth. The Capt also made us a video of our trip that is an added bonus that we can always look back at and remember this great trip we had. We highly recommend Capt William wood you won’t be disappointed!

  • David Wightman
    David Wightman
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Couldn’t Ask for a Better Trip

    TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! on November 21, 2023 • 2 adults

    Captain William gave us a fishing trip to remember and took plenty of photos and videos to make sure we’ll always have those memories. Captain William was very courteous, professional, got us on some great fish, and gave me some tips and tricks to help me catch more bass when I fish in the future. Overall, I would highly recommend going out with Captain William on this trip or one of his Okachobee trips, you will be glad you did!

  • Michael Ulevich
    Michael Ulevich
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Half-day with Captian William. Fish like a Pro

    TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! on March 5, 2022 • 2 adults • 1 child

    I booked a trip with Captian William for my daughter (10) and myself. We had a great experience. I cannot say enough positive things about our trip. The Captain was patient, more than willing to assist us, and taught us some new techniques. We landed several different types of species. Captian had a great sense of humor, along with his knowledge of the area, and of FISHING in general made the trip better. My daughter completely enjoyed the time fishing. Because of his patience and instructions, she was able to land plenty of fish. Captain’s phrase “Fish like a Pro” is a great description. We look forward to our next trip.

  • Chad White
    Chad White
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the lake

    TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! on January 1, 2023 • 2 adults

    Capt. Wood was great. TR-20 was well equipped with all the tackle needed to be successful. Our day on the water was a little slow due to the recent cold front, but our guide went above and beyond to help us catch our target fish. I would recommend Capt. Wood to anyone. Professional, courteous, and well prepared. Will definitely be booking again next time we're in the area.

  • Shawn Bryant
    Shawn Bryant
    Repeat angler
    us
    West Virginia, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0

    AWESOME GUIDE!!!!

    Dawn To Dusk Trip on June 30, 2021

    Captain William could have a person catching fish in a mud hole!!! The knowledge and work ethic he brings to getting you on fish is unreal. July anywhere is hard to bass fish but especially in Florida. Cpt. William knew where to go and what to use without hesitation. Allowing me to take my personal best largemouth and to catch several nice fish. He worked super hard to accommodate the weather that we kept encountering and kept us on fish. Would HIGHLY recommend Cot William for your next Okeechobee trip. He gets the job done and has a wealth of knowledge he is willing to share! Will be booking with him again in the near future

  • Matt Whiteside
    Matt Whiteside
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Stl Mo Family Half Day Outing!

    TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! on March 23, 2021 • 3 adults • 1 child

    We, the Whiteside’s, came to West Palm to take in a couple Cardinals Spring training games, and decided to mix it up for a day between games! What a GREAT decision we made to chose Captain Bill for our fishing outing! Captain Bill made even the most novice angler look like a Pro-( See my wife’s photos/ video), created a bond with our 10 year old son, who won 2 out of 3 of our “mini tournaments”, and gave us an experience we Will cherish! In short, Captain Bill will literally go the extra mile for you!

  • Harold Montgomery
    Harold Montgomery
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day with captain William

    TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! on January 16, 2022 • 2 adults

    We had a great day fishing with captain William. His boat and equipment are first rate. He’s a pro bass fisherman and knows his stuff. He put us into fish on a challenging windy day. He’s a real professional and loves what he does and it shows. He’s a pleasure to be with.

  • Charles Simon
    Charles Simon
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2023
    4.3
    Verified

    Great fishing trip with son and grandson!

    TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! on November 22, 2023 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Great Captain! that put us on fish! Captain Bill is also a great photographer. He created a picture album that we will cherish for a long, long time. We had such a great time we are scheduling a second trip with Captain Bill.

  • Robert Bennett
    Robert Bennett
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2021
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Double the Fun!

    TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! on April 10, 2021 • 2 adults

    Captain William knows his stuff! Regardless of the conditions, he can find fish. Great personality with a wealth of knowledge he’s willing to share. Great boat with excellent tackle. Top-notch experience. Would recommend him to anyone looking for freshwater bass experience.

  • David Hopper
    David Hopper
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2019
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip 3/29/21 Okeechobee

    TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! on March 29, 2021 • 2 adults

    You won’t find a more knowledgeable and affable guy. First time Fla bass fishing and it was a blast. Bill really knows bass and how to get them in the boat. Pleasant, patient and a very professional. Looking forward to a Peacock bass trip in our future.

FAQs about Fish With a Pro – W. Palm Bch- Ft. Lauderdale

Fish With a Pro – W. Palm Bch- Ft. Lauderdale offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $395 per group, additional US $85 per person after 2 guests - TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! (4 hours)
  • US $395 per group, additional US $85 per person after 2 guests - TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! (4 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $85 per person after 2 guests - TRIPLE CROWN CHALLENGE!! (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Fish With a Pro – W. Palm Bch- Ft. Lauderdale, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Fish With a Pro – W. Palm Bch- Ft. Lauderdale include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
Fish With a Pro – W. Palm Bch- Ft. Lauderdale offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Lake Osborne)
Fish With a Pro – W. Palm Bch- Ft. Lauderdale offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Fish With a Pro – W. Palm Bch- Ft. Lauderdale include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Peacock)
  • Catfish
  • Clown Knife Fish
  • Snakehead

Your captain

William Wood
William Wood
Lake Worth, Florida, United States
94 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
520 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since August 2017
Captain William A. Wood is a tournament angler with a wealth of knowledge. He began fishing professional tournaments over two decades ago with B.A.S.S. and FLW. For William, there is nothing better than being on the water and anticipating the strike. And that applies to everything, from having fun with his family and friends to guiding and fishing in tournaments. Some of his accomplishments include 2-time Walmart BFL champion, 3 time Florida B.A.S.S. Nation angler of the year, Southern Division, and many more.
William Wood
William Wood
Fully verified
94
reports
520
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
Captain William A. Wood is a tournament angler with a wealth of knowledge. He began fishing professional tournaments over two decades ago with B.A.S.S. and FLW. For William, there is nothing better than being on the water and anticipating the strike. And that applies to everything, from having fun with his family and friends to guiding and fishing in tournaments. Some of his accomplishments include 2-time Walmart BFL champion, 3 time Florida B.A.S.S. Nation angler of the year, Southern Division, and many more.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass
Catfish
Catfish
Clown Knife Fish
Clown Knife Fish
Snakehead
Snakehead
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass
Catfish
Catfish
Clown Knife Fish
Clown Knife Fish
Snakehead
Snakehead

Real catches by this captain

  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a vibrant Peacock Bass caught during a fishing trip, set against a scenic backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Peacock Bass
    LAKE OSBORNE is on FIRE!! Book your trip NOW and Fish With a Pro!!
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a vibrant Peacock Bass caught during a fishing trip, set against a scenic backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Peacock Bass
    Jason M.
    Jason M.
    Bill was amazing pit on the fish! And was great converation
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large fish, likely a catfish, while fishing in a scenic canal setting with palm trees in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Mathieu B.
    Mathieu B.
    Great boat and equipment. William knows all good spots, easy to communicate with him. Will do it again for sure
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing in a scenic freshwater environment.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    The cold fronts are triggering the BIG females to come into the shallows and start to Spawn!!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing in a scenic freshwater environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Matthew B.
    Matthew B.
    We had a good time with nice weather and caught a few fish. I would be hard pressed to book a full day but a half day was enough. We tend to do more active fishing and cover more water than we did this day but we were able to to each catch a Peacock, which is what we were after. I would recommend guide and trip for someone with less background and looking for a slower outing.
  • An angler proudly displaying a large catfish while fishing from a boat in a calm freshwater lake.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    William K.
    William K.
    Captain Bill was a great guide. We caught mostly largemouth but also clown knifefish and peacock. Great weather and great fishing. I particularly appreciate the captains attentiveness to my elderly father to make him comfortable on the boat.
  • An angler proudly displaying two large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a scenic lake, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    THE LARGE FEMALES ARE COMING IN TO THE SHALLOW WATERS OF LAKE OKEECHOBEE TO SPAWN!!
  • Young angler proudly holding a large largemouth bass aboard a boat on calm open water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Eric O.
    Eric O.
    Fishing is my son’s passion for his 12th birthday he wanted to catch a big large mouth bass! Capt William wood put us on the fish within the first 15 min he had his trophy bass!! Capt William was very knowledgeable and worked all day long to constantly put us on them. We fished for three days and had an excellent trip catching multiple species of game fish including peacock bass clown knife and largemouth. The Capt also made us a video of our trip that is an added bonus that we can always look back at and remember this great trip we had. We highly recommend Capt William wood you won’t be disappointed!
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a vibrant Peacock Bass while fishing in a scenic freshwater lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Peacock Bass
    Charles S.
    Charles S.
    Great Captain! that put us on fish! Captain Bill is also a great photographer. He created a picture album that we will cherish for a long, long time. We had such a great time we are scheduling a second trip with Captain Bill.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Largemouth Bass and Peacock Bass at a scenic freshwater location, surrounded by palm trees.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Peacock Bass
    David W.
    David W.
    Captain William gave us a fishing trip to remember and took plenty of photos and videos to make sure we’ll always have those memories. Captain William was very courteous, professional, got us on some great fish, and gave me some tips and tricks to help me catch more bass when I fish in the future. Overall, I would highly recommend going out with Captain William on this trip or one of his Okachobee trips, you will be glad you did!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Triton
Boat type
Bass boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
60 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
At least 4 years old, life jackets supplied
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
 Visa
 Mastercard
 American Express
 PayPal
 Checks
 Bank transfer

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