Captain
Jeff Vannimwegen

Member since June 2024 Cape Fair, United States
Background
Captain Jeff launched his professional fishing career two decades ago in Southern California while working in construction. Endorsed by brands like Cool Bait Lures, New Pro Products, Great Lakes Finesse, Yolotek, and Extreme Outdoors, he competed in the US Open, National Bass West, and American Bass tournaments. Upon retiring from construction, he relocated to Branson, Missouri, where he established his fishing guide service, Angler's Adventures LLC. Jeff employs diverse fishing techniques to catch bass and trout every season. As a licensed U.S. Coast Guard captain and tournament angler, he teaches customers how to interpret electronics, execute proper casting techniques, tie fishing knots, and present realistic lures to fish.
Techniques
Captain Jeff incorporates a couple of favored fishing techniques into his repertoire. Firstly, he utilizes power fishing, which involves casting moving baits to provoke a reaction from the fish. Additionally, he employs finesse fishing, a method that calls for a more deliberate approach and a lighter line, particularly effective when the fish are biting more systematically.

Hey, I'm Captain Jeff Vannimwegen

Cape Fair, United States
Background
Captain Jeff launched his professional fishing career two decades ago in Southern California while working in construction. Endorsed by brands like Cool Bait Lures, New Pro Products, Great Lakes Finesse, Yolotek, and Extreme Outdoors, he competed in the US Open, National Bass West, and American Bass tournaments. Upon retiring from construction, he relocated to Branson, Missouri, where he established his fishing guide service, Angler's Adventures LLC. Jeff employs diverse fishing techniques to catch bass and trout every season. As a licensed U.S. Coast Guard captain and tournament angler, he teaches customers how to interpret electronics, execute proper casting techniques, tie fishing knots, and present realistic lures to fish.
Techniques
Captain Jeff incorporates a couple of favored fishing techniques into his repertoire. Firstly, he utilizes power fishing, which involves casting moving baits to provoke a reaction from the fish. Additionally, he employs finesse fishing, a method that calls for a more deliberate approach and a lighter line, particularly effective when the fish are biting more systematically.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
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Amazing Trip!!
Absolutely perfect experience! With Jeff it's catching, not fishing!
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Russell C.
Excellent
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Captain Jeff was awesome!

VERIFIED   Evening Trout Trip on July 5, 2025
Me and my son had a great time! Captain Jeff put us on the fish and helped rig our lines. He was very knowledgeable and great...
Russell C. recommends Anglers Adventures Guide Service โ€“ Branson
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Gary B.
Excellent
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First time trout fishing

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (AM) on June 19, 2025
Three adults and a 9 year old granddaughter really enjoyed our first time fishing for trout. Jeff has the most advanced equipment...
Gary B. recommends Anglers Adventures Guide Service โ€“ Branson
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Hope S.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Jeff

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip on August 16, 2025
Hope S. recommends Anglers Adventures Guide Service โ€“ Branson
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David O.
Excellent
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Had a great time!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on May 19, 2025
Jeff was very knowledgeable and has a great aditude.ย  We had a great time and plan to schedule him again next time we are...
David O. recommends Anglers Adventures Guide Service โ€“ Branson
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Mario C.
Excellent
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10fish in 2hours

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (PM) on March 19, 2025
My children and I had blast . Jeff was knowledgeable ,entertaining , intelligent, passionate very patient and experienced ....
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