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Gary Payson
Gary Payson
us
Wisconsin, US
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Member since 2025
5.0
Verified

Very friendly and accommodating Captain!

6 Hour Lake Geneva (Musky)2 adults

Captain Tom was very friendly and accommodating! He had a lot of equipment ready to go and took us to various spots of the lake with no issue. He helped my dad, who hadn’t fished for 30+ years, go from beginner to casting like a pro. He was able to offer various types of rods with different reels to meet our needs. We did experience some reel issues like bird nesting one badly, and accidentally ripping an entire line off of a reel. He was very nice about it, told us not to fret about it and handed us new setups. I strongly recommend his services, and look forward to going on another trip with Captain Tom when I can.

Response from Captain

Thank you Gary and Thank You for your service it was an honor to have your dad and yourself in the boat

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33 reviews
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What anglers say

  • 97%
    Recommended
  • 94%
    Caught fish

All reviews (33)

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  • Judy Sullivan
    Judy Sullivan
    us
    Texas, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome fishing guide!

    4 Hour Lake Geneva (Multi-species) - 3:00 PM • 2 adults

    Tom Stygar was the epitome of a professional fishing guide. We were celebrating out 60th wedding anniversay and he brings me flowers and a card! We are in our mid-eighties and he made getting in and out of the boat easy! Because of the extreme heat, he suggested we moved the time back several hours which was a blessing. Tom had patience teaching me to use a rod and reel. And, yes, we caught fish. Everyone should experience this guide!

    Reported Catch
    Largemouth Bass
    Sunfish
    Smallmouth Bass
    Yellow Perch
    Response from Captain

    it was an honor to have you and John in the boat had such a great fun day and you were casting like a pro in know time Thank You for a great day on the water

  • Matt Tindale
    Matt Tindale
    us
    Illinois, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    What a day !!

    4 Hour Lake Geneva (Multi-species) - 3:00 PM • 4 adults

    Captain Tom was as wholesome as they come. The chill vibes coming from his soul were the same chill vibes we felt out on the water all afternoon. The experience was truly incredible, and one that we’ll remember for many years to come. Would definitely recommend Tom for any group looking for a good time & helpful tool / source of information when it comes to any of your fishing needs or desires. God bless our Veteran’s - such as Tom !!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you for the kind words its so easy and a fun time when you have great people on the boat such as yourselves Thank You can't wait to get you out again

  • Terri Stevens
    Terri Stevens
    us
    Illinois, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    We had so much fun!

    4 Hour Lake Geneva (Multi-species) - 3:00 PM • 4 adults • 3 children

    Me and my 3 grandkids had a blast with Captain Tom. This was our first time on a fishing charter. Captain Tom was so helpful and he taught the kids how to fish and was so encouraging! We were pulling in fish left and right. we caught about 40 fish!! It was a great experience and we will be making reservations with Captain Tom again. We took lots of pictures and left with great memories and excitment for our next trip.

    Response from Captain

    Terri it was an amazing day I'm so proud of your Grandchildren they were great and willing to learn they were casting and catching like pros and they are so lucky to have you Thank you for such a fun and amazing day on the water

  • Bob Mcdonald
    Bob Mcdonald
    us
    Wisconsin, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun and relaxed

    4 Hour Lake Geneva (Multi-species) - 6:00 AM • 2 adults

    Tom was a pleasure to spend time with. I am a relative novice, and he showed great patience and did a good job educating me. My son-in-law is a good fisherman, and Tom was able to show him a few tricks. This is a strong recommendation. And we caught a lot of fish. 

    Response from Captain

    Thank you it was a pleasure fishing and spending the morning with you, you guys did amazing

  • Scott Pawlikowski
    Scott Pawlikowski
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
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    Member since 2021
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    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    We hit the fish!

    LAKE MICHIGAN SALMON M-F 5hr • 2 adults

    Had an amazing time with Captain Tom. He is tremendously knowledgeable and did a great job coaching my teenage son on Salmon fishing techniques. Boat is well outfitted and we caught several sizeable Salmon on Lake Michigan and had an amazing time. Would higly recommend!!!

    Reported Catch
    Chinook Salmon
    Response from Captain

    you guys did an amazing job on bringing in some incredible King salmon and a monster rainbow trout in some pretty bumpy seas great jobs and thank you for the review