Captain
Bill Goudy Jr.

Member since March 2020 Winter Haven, United States
Background
Hello, I am Captain Bill and a licensed master captain. Originally born in Iowa and raised on the Mississippi River. I've been fishing ever since I was a little kid. I caught the Bass fishing bug early in life. When I was younger, I found an old Johnson spoon in my father’s tackle box, tied it on, and caught a Bass. Instantly hooked on fishing, my pursuit of a career in it was inevitable. Living on the river where his family owned a campground and bait shop, he has been putting people on fish for years. He has been married for 21 years and is a father of 4 and grandfather of 1. He heard about Headwaters Lake being open, so he moved to Florida to pursue his dream of being the first full-time fishing guide on Headwaters and now has a team of guides that work with him.  Captain Bill and the team will help get you experience Headwaters and Stick Marsh like no other, producing beautiful trophy Largemouth Bass all day long. Also, enjoy fishing Winter Haven Chain of Lakes and the surrounding Central Florida Bass fisheries are his kingdom! Don't look any further, choose the sure thing by clicking the book now button now. Let's go catch some trophies that the others only talk about!
Techniques
My preferred style of fishing for Largemouth Bass here in Central Florida is with live bait. It is the most successful method to land quality largemouth bass all trip long. Every month of the year, you can utilize this bait to help land fish. Also, it is perfect for anglers of all ages to get addicted to the action. Additionally, I love to catch bass with artificial baits. Artificial baits can be a fun way to bring fish to the boat. I can educate clients and anglers on how to use some of the best lures to catch bass all across the United States.

Hey, I'm Captain Bill Goudy Jr.

Winter Haven, United States
Background
Hello, I am Captain Bill and a licensed master captain. Originally born in Iowa and raised on the Mississippi River. I've been fishing ever since I was a little kid. I caught the Bass fishing bug early in life. When I was younger, I found an old Johnson spoon in my father’s tackle box, tied it on, and caught a Bass. Instantly hooked on fishing, my pursuit of a career in it was inevitable. Living on the river where his family owned a campground and bait shop, he has been putting people on fish for years. He has been married for 21 years and is a father of 4 and grandfather of 1. He heard about Headwaters Lake being open, so he moved to Florida to pursue his dream of being the first full-time fishing guide on Headwaters and now has a team of guides that work with him.  Captain Bill and the team will help get you experience Headwaters and Stick Marsh like no other, producing beautiful trophy Largemouth Bass all day long. Also, enjoy fishing Winter Haven Chain of Lakes and the surrounding Central Florida Bass fisheries are his kingdom! Don't look any further, choose the sure thing by clicking the book now button now. Let's go catch some trophies that the others only talk about!
Techniques
My preferred style of fishing for Largemouth Bass here in Central Florida is with live bait. It is the most successful method to land quality largemouth bass all trip long. Every month of the year, you can utilize this bait to help land fish. Also, it is perfect for anglers of all ages to get addicted to the action. Additionally, I love to catch bass with artificial baits. Artificial baits can be a fun way to bring fish to the boat. I can educate clients and anglers on how to use some of the best lures to catch bass all across the United States.
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My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(15 reviews)
Winter Haven
trips from US $325
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(15 reviews)
Palm Harbor
trips from US $350
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(12 reviews)
Kissimmee
 Last booking: 5 hours ago
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trips from US $325
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(29 reviews)
Fellsmere
 Last booking: 5 hours ago
 Instant Confirmation
trips from US $350
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(17 reviews)
Melbourne
 Last booking: 2 days ago
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trips from US $350

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 88 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fun was had by all!
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Angler rating
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Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Judith D. S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Two Cups of Gas and 22 Bass

VERIFIED   6-Hour Bass Fishing Trip on January 14, 2024
In spite of the arctic like conditions, by Florida standards anyway, Captain Reno Alley managed to put us, my wife Judy and...
Judith D. S. recommends Winter Haven Fishing Charters
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Dave C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent Guide

VERIFIED   NEW  6-Hour Bass Fishing Trip on March 13, 2024
Captain Mike is a pleasure to fish with and an excellent instructor.ย  Heโ€™s ready to go well before the start time so no...
Dave C. recommends Lake Tohopekaliga Bass Charters
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Dean R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fish, Fish, Fish

VERIFIED   NEW  4-Hour Bass Fishing Trip PM on March 27, 2024
Between three of us, we caught over 20 fish in about 3 hours,ย  lots of fun.ย  Bill knew exactly where to go and what bait...
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Tom M.
Vero Beach, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Absolutely Excellent Bass Fishing Day with Captain Bill Goudy Jr.

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on September 7, 2023
Wanted a father and son bass fishing experience at Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir which we both could remember. I asked...
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Karen G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Captain Paul

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (PM) on March 2, 2024
We all had a great time..Captain Paul is awesome!ย  Especially recommend with children, had our 14 year old grandson with...
Karen G. recommends Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir
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