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Allen Casal
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Allen Casal

Harding, United States
25+ reviews
Allen Casal is a full time guide with 50 years of Bass fishing experience. He started guiding trips on the Susquehanna River after many years on the Bass Tournament Trails. He caters to anglers of all aspirations and skill levels, from the hardcore sport fisherman to the beginner casting lines for the first time.

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Rating

5.0
25 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (25)

Showing 1 – 5 of 25 reviews
  • Barry Buchecker
    Barry Buchecker
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    GREAT DAY OF FISHING WITH CAPTAIN AL

    6 Hour – Smallmouth Bass Trip • 2 adults

    FIRST TIME FISHING WITH CAPTAIN AL AND IT WON`T BE MY LAST. GREAT PERSON AND VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT THE SUSQUEHANNA RIVER AND ITS HISTORY AND MOST OF WHERE THE FISH ARE, AND WHAT TYPES OF BAITS TO USE WHEN AND WHERE

  • Terri W.
    Terri W.
    us
    North Carolina, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic 6 hours!

    6 Hour – Smallmouth Bass Trip • 2 adults

    My husband Rodney and his friend were going to be at the LLWS and knew that Friday the 22nd was going to be a relax day with no ball games. I started investigating bass fishing tours. I’m sure other trips are good but I really liked Al’s informative website and his decades of experience. He was so responsive to my questions and I just had a good feeling about him. He provides everything but your drinks, snacks and sunscreen. He even sent a link for a fishing license. They had a ball! Rodney said that Al was informative, friendly and down to earth. He knew the “honey holes” and they caught about 25 good sized fish in only 6 hours. I feel like this was money well spent, they had a great time!

  • Andy Foster
    Andy Foster
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2020
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    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day!

    6 Hour – Smallmouth Bass Trip • 2 adults

    We had a great time Lots of fish and great company

    Response from Captain

    Thanks

  • Rafael Casiano
    Rafael Casiano
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    September fishing trip

    6 Hour – Smallmouth Bass Trip • 2 adults

    Allen was amazing with providing tips and techniques to catching these Susquehanna Smallmouth. Very knowledgeable in the history of the River. Good conversation; Nice gear! Just an overall great experience! I will be booking future trips with Al, no doubt!

    Reported catch:
    Smallmouth Bass
    Walleye
    Response from Captain

    Good guys to fish with minimal snags and good casters. Were also on time and properly dressed.

  • Mike Moffitt
    Mike Moffitt
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
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    Member since 2023

    The captain canceled

    Trip was supposed to happen on April 27, 2026
    The charter operator canceled 9 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceHarding, PA
    Fantastic 6 hours!
    Terri W.
    Terri W.
  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceFalls, PA
    Great day!
    Andy F.
    Andy F.
  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceFalls, PA
    September fishing trip
    Rafael C.
    Rafael C.
  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceFalls, PA
    Fishing with Allen
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    Ray .
  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceFalls, PA
    October smallmouth on the Susquehanna
    Christopher R.
    Christopher R.
  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceFalls, PA
    3/4 day smallmouth trip
    Andy F.
    Andy F.
  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceFalls, PA
    Day trip with Captain Al
    Monique W.
    Monique W.
  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceFalls, PA
    Bass Trip with Captain Al
    Richard E.
    Richard E.
  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceFalls, PA
    6 hour trip with Al
    David H.
    David H.
  • Al's Susquehanna Guide Service
    Al's Susquehanna Guide ServiceFalls, PA
    4 hour cat trip
    Louis M.
    Louis M.

Fishing reports

An angler proudly displaying a string of freshly caught Yellow Perch after a successful fishing trip, with a boat in the background.

Perch and Crappoe

Feb 19, 2024 • Harding
Want to learn how to catch perch and crappie in the cold water using livescope, and 360 ? Set something up and we’ll see what we can do.
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Summer Smallmouth

Sep 9, 2020 • Harding
The Susquehanna Smallmouth are in full swing now with low clear water the bite is on. Book a trip amd enjoy some fast action on the beautiful Susquehanna.
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A misty morning view from a boat on a calm river, showcasing the serene fishing environment with lush greenery in the background.

Fall Smallmouth

Aug 21, 2020 • Harding
As the summer winds down the Susquehanna Smallmouth become much more aggressive. The small finesse baits that are the normal for the summer will be replaced by much bigger more aggressive baits such as Jerk Baits, Crankbaits and Spinnerbaits. This is my favorite time of the year the fall foliage is beautiful the bugs have gone away and the Smallmouth and Walleye get very hungry plus the bonus Musky become more common. So if you want to experience a World Class Smallmouth Fishery give me a call and we will set something up. I have several helpers on staff so we can make it happen.
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Email correspondence regarding fishing charter guidelines and restrictions, including contact information for the PA Fish & Boat Commission.

Open for Business

Apr 28, 2020 • Harding
Hello all, I do sincerely hope all my fishing friends and safe and tolerating the shelter in place order. I have some good news to report we are open for charters but will have to maintain social distancing guidelines as put forth by the CDC. Also one other change all charters from May 1st moving forward will will only be allowed to take two fishermen no matter how small they are. These rules are put out by the CDC and will be enforced by PFBC. We will also need to wear a Sun Buff or a face mask at all times, I know most of you wear a Buff so this is no big deal to you. As far as fishing, the Smallmouth are in Pre Spawn and are very hungry and willing to chase most baits. Last week I personally caught over ten citation fish. So if your looking to get out and enjoy some fresh air set something up the weather is looking better and the fishing is good.
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Three anglers proudly displaying their catches, including a large Muskie and a Smallmouth Bass, while fishing in a scenic river environment.

Smallmouth Smallmouth and more Smallmout

Aug 10, 2019 • Harding
Been a while since my last post I have been very busy. It has been a while since the Susquehanna has reached such favorable levels for Smallmouth Fishing. Over the past month my clients have boated over two-thousand Smallmouth bass and a very good number of Walleye. Mike and Ryan have been handling my Catfish charters and they have been doing very well with them. So far this summer it’s been all about power fishing for the Smallmouth as SickCustom Spinnerbaits and OnTheSpotBaits Chatterbait has been doing the trick. As usual the old standby KeitechUSA Swimbaits continue to produce. Since joining Lew’s Guide Staff I have been very impressed with the quality and ease of use of their spinning-reels as I have not experienced one single failure and very few tangles. Denali Rods continue to perform at the highest level allowing my clients to cast all day in comfort and still have plenty of power to land the big ones. Had the pleasure of introducing several young people to River Smallmouth Fishing I do believe they are hooked for life. As always all fish caught from my boat along with Ryan and Mikes boats are 100% released to fight another day. Give me a call if you want to experience some World Class Smallmouth Fishing.
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An angler proudly displaying a large Smallmouth Bass while fishing in a scenic river setting.

Spring 2019 not over yet

May 31, 2019 • Harding
So far this Spring has been awesome with 12 citation size Smallmouth, 3 citation Walleye and 3 citation Channel Cats. Yes there has been a lot of high water but the Susquehanna is a big river and I have many options to find clear fishable water. To date we have had 3 hot baits, as always TackleHd Crawfish continues to produce. Fitt Premium lures Bubba Craw and OnTheSpotBaits Swimbaits have produced very well. KeitechUSA Swimbaits are always tied on a rod as they are my “numbers bait” Rapala Brat Square Bill crankbait and Sick Custom Spinnerbaits have each had their moments. DenaliRods have been doing the trick with zero failures and are extremely sensitive. This season they are paired with Lews reels, so far very pleased with Lews they have a smooth drag and manage the line very good. With the spawn out of the way I am expecting summer patterns to set up shortly. So far this year fishing pressure has been extremely light. Mike has been on good Stripers this year and Ryan is ready to handle all my evening charters. So if you wish to experience some World Class Smallmouth Fishing give me a call and book a trip.
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