My main goal is to build a charter around the style of fishing that will make a fun and enjoyable day on the water for you!!! Time on and off the water will be molded around the best fishing times, lake hours and your convenience!!! I've got several prices for different styles of fishing, some of these charters depend on the time of the year, and the availability of some baits.
Standard Rates My standard rate is for 4 and 8 hour charters. The first style of fishing in my standard rate is Tournament Style fishing. You will be using a wide assortment of artificial baits. These charters are meant to target fish of all sizes. This includes striper fishing.
My second style of fishing in my standard rate is fishing with Live Shad. This fishing involves having to net live bait, to fish with. This can only be done if the shad are up. This can be done mostly in the spring. Catching shad changes every year!!! But it can be great way to catch large numbers of fish of all sizes.
My third style in my standard rate of fishing involves fishing Live Crawdad's. Crawdad's are not being allowed into Lake Casitas at this time because of the Quagga Mussel issue. This technique is very well known for catching trophy largemouth bass. And is one of my top two ways of putting trophy bass in the boat.It will also put bass of every size in the boat. Availability of crawdads is usually good!!!
Trophy Bass Swimbait Rate My swimbait charter is a 10 hour day. It is designed to target trophy largemouth on Stocker Trout swimbaits. This is my number one way of catching trophy bass in California. I make it a longer day so you will have the best chance at a giant largemouth bass. I charge more for this charter because it is a longer day. And I burn an excessive amount of fuel, bouncing from one spot to another. Plus there is a lot of wear and tear on the boat with this style of fishing!!! You will also be using high dollar swimbaits. This technique is what I'm best known for!!! As I have boated hundreds upon hundreds of trophy bass using this technique!!!! This charter is best performed on Lake Casitas, and doesn't apply for swimbait fishing for stripers. It takes a completely different approach to catching stripers!!!
I practice 100% Catch and Release on all Largemouth!!!! Standard Rate 1 Person2 people 4 Hour $275.00 $325.00 8 Hour $350.00 $400.00 Trophy Bass Swimbait Rate 10 Hour 375.00 $500.00
All Bait and Tackle provided. Water and Soft Drinks included also. I use G-Loomis rods, Triple-Fish fishing line, Shimano reels, and Okuma spinning reels. All you need is a Camera, Sunscreen, and a Lunch. Lake Casitas has a restaurant. If you would like to buy lunch there, that is fine with me!!!! California Fishing License Required!!! License available. 50% deposit down to schedule trip. 50% deposit down is Non-refundable!!! Payments in full are Non-refundable, but you are welcome to reschedule for another day!!! Payment must be made in full before trip!!!!
I hope this has helped you understand my charters and rates!!! I also hope it helps you pick a charter that is best suited for you!!! I want you to enjoy your day on the water!!!
CASH, CHECK, MONEY ORDER If you need more information or you want to make reservations please call (805)-901-3196. Or you can email me at rod@rodthigpin.com Thank You Rod Thigpin
