Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
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- How Long will be on the water?
- What equipment do you provide?
- Do you fish on the trip?
- Do you practice catch and release?
- Are you a tournament fisherman?
- Where do we meet and how do I find you?
- What do you charge?
- How do I book a trip?
- Where can I find the tackle & license I need?
- What do I bring?
- Who am I?
- When is the best time to fish?
How Long will be on the water?
Full Day trips are between 7-9 hours of fishing.
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What Equipment do you provide?
I will provide rods and reels if necessary. See the WAIVER for further information.
I also provide life jackets that must be worn when we are moving.
You are welcome to use my artificial baits or your own.
I supply ice and bottled water and suggest you bring a lunch and your preference of drinks (no alcohol please). There are a few marinas & restaurants on Lake Conroe & Lake Livingston that have food if you prefer to go in for lunch.
My boat is a state of the art 2003 Skeeter ZX225 which is 20 feet long and rigged with a reliable Yamaha 225HP motor and Lowrance Electronics.
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Do you fish on the trip?
Yes I do but only when necessary to locate fish or determine fishing patterns. My service is to put you on fish. I want my customers to catch as many fish as they can.
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Do you practice catch and release?
Yes, I practice catch and release and I encourage my customers to do the same. If a customer wishes to keep fish I am not opposed to it within the limits of the law. I do not clean any fish. The minimum length limit on Lake Conroe is 16", Lake Livingston 14", Fayette Co has a slot limit of 14-24"
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Are you a Tournament Fisherman?
Yes, but I will put you on my best fish, not simply my guide fish. If you are pre-fishing for a tournament please let me know. I will not guide a customer I am competing against in the same tournament.
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Where do we meet and how do I get there?
On Lake Conroe I will meet you a the Walden Marina off Hwy 105 and Walden Road. I will have the boat in the water and parked at the marina.
On Lake Livingston I will meet you at Waterwood Resort Marina off FM 980 & Waterwood Parkway. I will meet you at the boat ramp.
On Fayette Co I will meet you at the Oak Thicket Ramp at the lake. It is the first ramp outside of Fayetteville. I will meet you at the boat ramp.
Go to my map page for driving directions or I can give them to you when you call.
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How do I book a trip?
Simply call me: (713)254-7594 or you can email me: john@texasfishingpro.com
Reservations require a $50 deposit in order to hold the date. Deposits are refunded only if inclement weather forces me to cancel the trip or the customer cancels 7 days in advance.
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Where can I find the tackle & license I need?
Eangler.com Online Only
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World Katy, TX.
Academy Sports and Outdoors Houston, TX.
Walmart Stores
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What do I bring?
1. Fishing rods, reels and tackle (or they can be provided).
2. Sunglasses, suntan lotion, lip balm, hat.
3. Food & drink (no glass please).
4. Rain gear, seasonal clothing (layers in winter).
5. If you are unsure of what to bring, ask.
6. Your fishing license
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Who am I?
I am a part-time guide, tournament pro and writer for Honey Hole Magazine, eAngler.com and contributor to Texas Fish & Game Lakes and Bays Issue. I also do seminars and product demonstrations for my sponsors at Bass Pro Shops as well as many of the Fishing and Boating Shows in the Houston area.
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What do you charge?
All prices are for one or two people and for a full day (7-9 hours)
Conroe, Livingston: $275.00
Fayette Co: $275.00 Live Waterdogs or any other live bait is in addition to all other fee's
Remember their is a $4 per person fee to enter Fayette County Reservoir.
$50 for an additional person. (I do not fish with children under 11 for safety reasons)
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When is the best time to Fish?
Anytime you can
But the spring and the fall are the prime seasons for Largemouth
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