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Russell Rollins
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Russell Rollins

Emory, United States
Angler's choice
50+ reviews
I've been catching fish my whole life but most of the time, fishing was a hobby. Now, I am retired and have the time to do what I enjoy and pass on the fever of fishing.

Charter

Rating

4.9
80 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

100%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (80)

Showing 1 – 5 of 80 reviews
  • Emily Keesee
    Emily Keesee
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    So fun! Russel is THE best!

    Half Day Trip • 2 adults

    We had a GREAT time on lake fork with captain Russell ! Caught our limit in catfish! Russell is so knowledgeable, patient, encouraging, and KNOWS WHERE THE FISH ARE! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

    Reported catch:
    Catfish
    Response from Captain

    we had a fun trip this morning with mr and mrs keesee we caught 50 catfish in 2 hours and never got hot and we beat the lake fork winds . awesome fun trip with these 2.

  • Michael Mcgrew
    Michael Mcgrew
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2018
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fill up on Catfish!

    Half Day Trip (MAX 1) • 4 adults

    Russell will put you on the fish. Very professional, knowledgeable, and we had great experience!!!

    Reported catch:
    Crappie
    Response from Captain

    awesome group of young men very fun trip today they are welcome back anytime.

  • Lonnie Goepfert
    Lonnie Goepfert
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    good trip

    Half Day Trip (MAX 1) • 2 adults

    russel was great. very knowledgeable about the area and fish. The fish werent biting as we had hoped due to weather but we still caught several. We enjoyed the trip and will book with russel again.

    Reported catch:
    Catfish
    Response from Captain

    fun day of fishing but the fish were off today

  • Ethan Munns
    Ethan Munns
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Russell

    Half Day Trip • 3 adults • 1 child
  • Janie Wiley
    Janie Wiley
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome trip!!

    Full Day Trip • 3 adults

    Captain Rollins was the best! We caught crappie and catfish exactly what we had hoped for. Fully intend to book again. I would give this captain and business a 10.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    An angler proudly displaying a large catfish at a cleaning station, surrounded by freshly caught fish after a successful fishing trip.
    Emily K.
    Emily K.
    We had a GREAT time on lake fork with captain Russell ! Caught our limit in catfish! Russell is so knowledgeable, patient, encouraging, and KNOWS WHERE THE FISH ARE! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    A large catch of catfish displayed on a table, showcasing a successful day of fishing in a freshwater environment.
    Michael M.
    Michael M.
    Russell will put you on the fish. Very professional, knowledgeable, and we had great experience!!!
  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    An angler proudly stands beside a catch of crappie displayed on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Crappie
    Don W.
    Don W.
    Russell put me on the fish all morning. He is patient & wants the you to have fun. I highly recommend him. I will return.
  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    A couple proudly displays their catch of crappie and bass on a board after a successful fishing trip at a local lake.
    Fish 1
    Crappie
    Paul P.
    Paul P.
  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    Two anglers proudly posing with a large catch of catfish and bass displayed on a board after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Crappie
    Lawrence N.
    Lawrence N.
    had a great time with mr Russell funny guy and he knows how to put you on the fish he is the REAL DEAL
  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    Angler proudly displaying two large Crappie caught during a fishing trip at a scenic lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Crappie
    Mark M.
    Mark M.
  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of crappie on a wooden board at a lakeside cleaning station.
    Fish 1
    Crappie
    Tony G.
    Tony G.
    We had tough weather with cold front and strong winds . He was still able to get us on some nice crappies right away!
  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    An angler proudly displaying two Crappie caught at a scenic lake, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Crappie
    Todd L.
    Todd L.
    Had a great time learning more about Livescope and caught lots of quality crappie.
  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    Two anglers posing beside a large catch of catfish laid out on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.
    Adrion P.
    Adrion P.
  • Dblrcatfish & Crappie
    Dblrcatfish & CrappieEmory, TX
    An angler proudly displaying a large catfish while fishing on a serene waterway, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Bruce H.
    Bruce H.
    Russell is a great guide. Caught limit in 3.5 hours.

Fishing reports

A group of anglers proudly displaying a large catch of catfish on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.

Group catfish trip

May 17, 2025 • Emory
We caught 225 catfish and had tons of fun
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Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of Crappie at a cleaning station after a successful fishing trip.

Fishing report for lake fork

Sep 16, 2024 • Emory
Crappie and catfish are on fire at lake fork right now, catching limits on catfish and catching several Crappie every trip.
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Angler proudly displaying two large Crappie while fishing on a calm lake, showcasing a successful day on the water.

Catfish and crappie are on fire at lake

Mar 2, 2023 • Emory
Monday we had 270 fish 150 catfish and 120 crappie, on Tuesday we caught 150 catfish and 93 crappie, that was 6 ppl full day then on Wednesday we caught 50 channels and 17 crappie on a half day 2 people trip .
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