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Gary Stanford
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Gary Stanford

Buchanan Dam, United States
8 reviews
Running trips out of Texas' beautiful Lake Buchanan, Hook Fish & Company is a freshwater fishing service targeting Striper, Hybrid, and White Bass. Captain Gary 'Diesel' Stanford, the owner and co-founder, started fishing Lake Buchanan at age nine. After surviving cancer at age 35, Captain Diesel and his young family decided to embark on an adventurous lifestyle focused on fishing, hunting, and the great outdoors. This is how Hook Fish & Company was born. For Captain Diesel, every day is a blessing! Join him for the ultimate fishing experience.

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Rating

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

All reviews (8)

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  • Kelly Cone
    Kelly Cone
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great guide for kiddos!

    Half Day Evening up to 6 PEOPLE • 5 adults • 2 children

    Went out fishing for my 11yo daughter's birthday, and our guide was awesome with them. Helped them learn how to jig, taught them about the fish we'd catch, and encouraged them to hold the fish and release them safely. 10 out of 10.

  • Scott Huffmaster
    Scott Huffmaster
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2017
    11 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day with the kiddos!

    Half Day Evening up to 6 PEOPLE • 3 adults • 2 children

    Gary did a heck of a job putting us on the fish. He was also very patient with 2 4th graders. We would have caught more fish had the kids listened a bit better!

  • Larry Medcalf
    Larry Medcalf
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Perfect fall fishing!!

    Half Day Morning up to 6 PEOPLE • 2 adults

    Gary is a great guide for any age. I'm retired and I was meeting my possible new brother inlaw for the first time and a little nervous. Gary put everyone at ease. It was a beautiful sun rise with a slight breeze We caught fish all morning. Gary was very enthusiastic about putting us on the fish. He has great personality. Were going back soon...

    Response from Captain

    Thank you, Larry! Really appreciate the kind words!!

  • Harold Munn
    Harold Munn
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing Lake Buchanan

    Half Day Morning up to 6 PEOPLE • 2 adults

    Great trip, knowledgeable guide, very helpful, great tips for catching fish. Would recommend this guide for all levels of anglers

    Reported catch:
    Striped Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thank you, i really enjoyed meeting y’all!

  • Randy Lambright
    Randy Lambright
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Gary

    Half Day Trip 3 – 4 PEOPLE • 4 adults • 2 children

    Great fishing trip! I would recommend Captain Graham. Caught lots of fish & had a great time

Real catches shared by our community

  • Hook Fish & Company
    Hook Fish & CompanyBuchanan Dam, TX
    Two young anglers excitedly displaying a striped bass while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun family outing.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Striped Bass
    Scott H.
    Scott H.
    Gary did a heck of a job putting us on the fish. He was also very patient with 2 4th graders. We would have caught more fish had the kids listened a bit better!
  • Hook Fish & Company
    Hook Fish & CompanyTow, TX
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of striped bass and other species on a table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Striped Bass
    Charles D.
    Charles D.