Captain
Bass Fishing Central Florida

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 Bass Fishing Central Florida

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.

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(29 reviews)
Winter Haven
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $350
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(27 reviews)
Palm Harbor
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $375
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(50 reviews)
Kissimmee
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $350
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(80 reviews)
Fellsmere
 Last booking: 1 day ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $400

Fishing Reports

Fish of a Life Time!
Fish of a Life Time!
May 19, 2024 Fellsmere
Set against the backdrop of the stunning Headwaters Lake, two avid anglers embarked on a thrilling 6-hour adventure with Captain Bill at the helm. They began their journey exploring the pristine waters near the cypress trees lining the eastern shore. Armed with topwater frogs and spinnerbaits, they cast their lines into the shallow waters, enticing explosive strikes from aggressive bass hiding in the shadows. Captain Bill guided them to the submerged brush piles scattered across the lake. Here, they switched to Texas-rigged plastic worms and swimbaits, carefully working the structure to coax out the lunker bass lurking below. Their persistence paid off when one angler hooked into a monstrous bass weighing an astonishing 10.2 pounds! The adrenaline-fueled battle had them on the edge of their seats as they fought to land the trophy fish. Not content to rest on their laurels, they continued their journey, exploring the open water near the dam. Here, they found schools of hungry bass feeding on baitfish. Using crankbaits and jerkbaits, they added several more quality fish to their tally, including several in the 5-8 pound range. As the morning drew to a close, the anglers reluctantly bid farewell to Headwaters Lake, their hearts still racing from the adrenaline-pumping battles and their minds filled with memories of trophy bass. With plans already in place for their next adventure, they knew that Headwaters Lake would forever hold a special place in their angling journey.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 186 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
98%
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John H.
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Great trip in terrible weather

VERIFIED   6-Hour Bass Fishing Trip on February 6, 2026
it isnt ideal to head out in 40 degree weather to bass fish in florida. water temp was 52! Thats my luck when i plan a trip...
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Todd S.
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Great time on the water

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on March 23, 2026
Me and my 11 year old son had a blast catching fish with Captian Justin as our guide. I am glad we opted to go with live bait/...
Todd S. recommends Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir
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Champ F.
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Great Trip! Lots of Bass! Entertaining Captain!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 15, 2026
Fished with Captain Chris Novak and we put a pretty good hurtin on emโ€™. We probably caught around 25 total (lost count),...
Champ F. recommends Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir
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Patrick M.
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Ready For Take Off

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on August 27, 2025
We had an absolute blast out with Captain Bill!! We got out on the water in the early a.m and the water was like glass on the...
Patrick M. recommends Headwaters Lake & Fellsmere Reservoir
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Harry H.
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Last and best minute decision!!!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (PM) on July 16, 2026
We had our grandson in town and he wanted to go fishing.ย  It was a last minute decision and it was fantastic. The...
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