Had a fantastic day on the water with Capt. Malik. From start to finish, everything was smooth, professional, and focused on putting us on fish.

We caught a great variety—striped bass, hybrid bass, largemouth bass, and spotted bass—and the action stayed consistent throughout the trip. Capt. Malik really knows the lake, moved us to the right spots at the right time, and made sure we were always fishing effectively.

He was patient, gave clear guidance when needed, and created a relaxed but productive atmosphere. Whether you’re experienced or still learning (like me in freshwater), he adapts well and helps you get the most out of the day.

Highly recommend Capt. Malik if you’re looking for a fun and successful fishing trip. I’ll definitely be going out with him again.

This was our very first chartered fishing trip, and Captain Malik made it unforgettable! From the moment we stepped on the boat, he made us feel comfortable, safe, and excited for the day. He explained everything clearly, helped us with our lines, and had the best energy the entire trip.
We caught more fish than we expected and learned so much along the way. You can tell Captain Malik truly loves what he does — he was patient, professional, and made the experience fun for both me and my boyfriend.
If you’re looking for a great time on the water with someone who knows exactly what they’re doing, I highly recommend booking with Captain Malik. We’ll definitely be back for another trip!

My 4 y.o. son had never been fishing. We wanted him to gain an understanding of the process and, hopefully, the experience of catching a fish. Malik was fantastic. He explained the technique of casting, putting a worm on the hook, etc. My son was fascinated and engaged. Best of all, he caught SEVEN fish in less than 2 hours!!! He’s been talking about it for days now and wants to show everyone his photos with the fish.

If you have a child that might like to fish, this is the perfect way to get them started or enhance their abilities. Moreover, we fished from a location that wasn’t far from town so it was very convenient.

Delighted we found Malik. Highly recommend.

Had an absolute blast getting to know and fishing with Captain Malik! We set out to target hybrids but they were nowhere to be found so we buckled in and put in some work on some spring spotted bass. We drove down from Chicago and had a day to fish. Glad we connected with Captain Malik. Great energy and super knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!

Capt.Malik Wilder was outstanding. His knowledge of the water and how to find Fish was amazing. He really puts his heart into his work. I have fished most of my life and this young man is “ LEGIT”. Do yourself a favor and book a trip you won’t regret it. He’s a bona fide professional.