Captain
Gregory Smith

Member since July 2022 Harrison, United States
Background
I am a Ph.D. Research Marine Biologist with over 40+ years of fishing, boating, and research experience. I have been successfully fishing oceans, lakes, and rivers all over the world and here in Tennessee for the past 5 years.
Techniques
One of my favorite fishing techniques involves trolling with planer boards with both live and artificial baits. I find that this method produces a better quantity, quality, and variety of species. Generally it allows me to have up to 6 simultaneous bait presentations which means more fish in the boat for you!! When the situation calls for it, I also rely upon jigging and casting strategies.

Hey, I'm Captain Gregory Smith

Harrison, United States
Background
I am a Ph.D. Research Marine Biologist with over 40+ years of fishing, boating, and research experience. I have been successfully fishing oceans, lakes, and rivers all over the world and here in Tennessee for the past 5 years.
Techniques
One of my favorite fishing techniques involves trolling with planer boards with both live and artificial baits. I find that this method produces a better quantity, quality, and variety of species. Generally it allows me to have up to 6 simultaneous bait presentations which means more fish in the boat for you!! When the situation calls for it, I also rely upon jigging and casting strategies.
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Smith Fishing Adventures LLC

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(78 reviews)
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Harrison
 Last booking: 15 hours ago
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Fishing Reports

Diverse Mix
Diverse Mix
Nov 6, 2025 Harrison
A multi-strategy approach (pushing and pulling jigs and crankbaits, tightlining minnows) resulted in a mix of crappie , spotted bass, largemouth bass, white bass, yellow bass, and bluegill today. Total fish count today was well over 40.
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October 2025 Photo Highlights
October 2025 Photo Highlights
Oct 27, 2025 Harrison
Multispecies catches dominate October trips on Lake Chickamauga
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Slow Day
Slow Day
Oct 25, 2025 Harrison
We worked hard to put 17 crappie onboard today, but only 8 were keepers. Also caught a few bass, and lost a catfish at net. All fish were caught tightlining live minnows over brushpiles in 16-24 FOW. Pushing and pulling jigs and crankbaits wasn't successful as the fish weren't roaming, but hanging tight to structure.
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Wind on the Water
Wind on the Water
Oct 11, 2025 Harrison
Gusty winds kept us off our preferred spots today, but we managed to take some bass, drum, and 9-10 inch crappie in the more sheltered areas. Water temps are falling and the fall bite is ahead.
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Wind on the Water
Wind on the Water
Oct 11, 2025 Harrison
Gusty winds kept us off our preferred spots today, but we managed to take some bass, drum, and 9-10 inch crappie in the more sheltered areas. Water temps are falling and the fall bite is ahead.
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Mixed Bag
Mixed Bag
Oct 10, 2025 Harrison
Tough fishing today. Worked hard to put 12 crappie onboard, but only 5 keepers. Additional catches included largemouth bass, white bass, yellow bass, catfish, and bluegill. Fishing will improve as the water cools.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 78 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Good experience
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Michael K.
Columbia, TN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day with CPT Greg

VERIFIED   7 Hour Trip โ€“ Lake Chickamauga on July 28, 2023
Great trip, even though it was hot Greg found us fish to catch. Highly recommend as we will be rebooking for spring crappie.
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Tyler S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome guide and trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip โ€“ Lake Chickamauga on July 6, 2023
Went out on a slow day, and still conquered some beautiful crappie. Appreciate the amenities and the hospitality. 5 stars.
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Jennifer C.
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Morning Crappie Trip on June 13, 2023
Captain Smith went above and beyond for us and taught us so much about the fish and the lake. It was our best trip weโ€™ve...
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April S.
Los Angeles, California
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the lake with Captain Greg

7 Hour Trip โ€“ Lake Chickamauga on August 6, 2022
A wonderful experience that Iโ€™d recommend to anyone. Greg has unsurpassed fishing knowledge and put us on a lot of good fish....
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Brett L.
Naples, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip

5 Hour Trip โ€“ Lake Chickamauga on July 31, 2022
The scenery was beautiful around the lake, abundant wildlife and steady action with fishing made for an excellent day. Fresh...
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