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  • 5.0
    /5
    (Half Day Trip)

    Best Bachelor Trip ever!

    We used this trip as a bachelor trip for my brother. There were 6 of us, and there was plenty of room and equipment for all of us! The guide is very knowledgeable and focuses on not just catching fish, but teaching you all about the equipment and techniques needed to do so. By the end of the day, everyone on the boat could perform every task! I would absolutely recommend this guide to catch striper on Beaver Lake!
    Hunter G.
    Hunter G.
    Reviewed on Oct 26, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Half Day Trip)

    Great Trip!!

    Had a great time catching tons of sand bass. Captain was super knowledgeable and everyone on board had a great time fishing!
    Anthony Y.
    Anthony Y.
    Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Morning Half Day Trip)

    Can’t go wrong!

    Every time you are looking to book a fishing trip, you never truly know what you’re booking and how it is going to go. You cannot go wrong with Ford’s guide service. It was a great experience!
    Douglas R.
    Douglas R.
    Reviewed on Oct 18, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (4 Hour Trip (AM))

    WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE

    COLTON SCOGGINS IS GREAT ! Highly recommend B and C to anyone who wants a fun day on the lake !! We’ll be booking with B and C again.
    Sylvia F.
    Sylvia F.
    Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026
  • 5.0
    /5
    (Half Day Trip – Weekend (AM))

    Great Trip!

    Capt. Cole worked hard to put us on the fish and entertained my grandson the whole time. Highly recommended!!!
    Greg R.
    Greg R.
    Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026
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About White Bass fishing

Size
10-12 inches
Food Value
Good
Game Quality
Good

White Bass are fast, schooling freshwater game fish known for nonstop action. They hit hard, fight above their size, and often feed in groups near the surface. Many anglers target them for exciting light tackle battles and tasty, mild fillets.

You can catch White Bass by spinning, fly fishing, or trolling in lakes and rivers. Small jigs, spoons, and crankbaits work well when they chase bait fish near the top. Jigging, which means lifting and dropping a lure to mimic injured prey, is a top tactic. Live minnows and soft plastics that look like shad or smelt also draw quick strikes.

Expect quick bites when you find a school. The action can switch on and off as fish move, so stay mobile and watch for birds diving or surface splashes. Dawn and dusk often fish best. Light spinning gear with 6–10 lb line keeps the fight fun and the presentation natural. Bring polarized sunglasses to spot fish, a small selection of shad-style lures, sun protection, water, and a cooler with ice if you plan to keep fish.

Before you go, check local regulations for the water you plan to fish. Rules for licenses, permits, seasons, and harvest limits vary by state and even by lake or river. Some areas also have special rules on bait use and transporting fish. Review the current guidelines to stay compliant and protect the fishery.

White Bass are fast, schooling freshwater game fish known for nonstop action. They hit hard, fight above their size, and often feed in groups near the surface. Many anglers target them for exciting light tackle battles and tasty, mild fillets.

You can catch White Bass by spinning, fly fishing, or trolling in lakes and rivers. Small jigs, spoons, and crankbaits work well when they chase bait fish near the top. Jigging, which means lifting and dropping a lure to mimic injured prey, is a top tactic. Live minnows and soft plastics that look like shad or smelt also draw quick strikes.

Expect quick bites when you find a school. The action can switch on and off as fish move, so stay mobile and watch for birds diving or surface splashes. Dawn and dusk often fish best. Light spinning gear with 6–10 lb line keeps the fight fun and the presentation natural. Bring polarized sunglasses to spot fish, a small selection of shad-style lures, sun protection, water, and a cooler with ice if you plan to keep fish.

Before you go, check local regulations for the water you plan to fish. Rules for licenses, permits, seasons, and harvest limits vary by state and even by lake or river. Some areas also have special rules on bait use and transporting fish. Review the current guidelines to stay compliant and protect the fishery.