Guide Service
Expectations
First and foremost, each guided outing is catered to you. Tell me your goals and interest for the outing, ask all the questions you want, and learn all you can. You should expect to improve your knowledge, skills and catch fish. Even though I cannot guarantee it, no one tries any harder.
Some of my guide friends and clients want to quit when the fish don’t cooperate but those are actually the best days to learn. I have an unquenchable desire to understand what causes fish to bite or not bite. Therefore, I push myself to concentrate while I patiently strive to unlock the keys. Whether you have a similar personality or just want to experience a pampered outing, I go the extra mile for you.
I provide snacks, water, soft drinks and even sun block. If you need special accommodations, I will make arrangements or decline the trip.
I know you have many fishing guide choices, but it’s hard for me to conceive of anyone working harder to create a more enjoyable, educational and memorable experience than I.
I look forward to spending time with you on the water.
- Barry Dodd
Options
Fishing opportunities:
- ½ day (4 hours)
- full day (8 hours)
- multiple days
Fishing locations:
Lakes: Canyon and Dunlap
Rivers: Guadalupe River
Targeted Freshwater Fish Species:
Lakes:
- Bass: largemouth, smallmouth, and spotted
Rivers
- Bass: Guadalupe, spotted, smallmouth and largemouth
- Other: sunfish and trout
Educational Opportunities:
- Casting: level wind, spinning and fly
- Fishing techniques: soft plastic, crankbait, drop shot, finesse, spinnerbait, top water, flies
- Selection: rods, reels, lures, knots and electronics
- Electronics: how to read, proper use, down and side imaging, GPS and waypoints
- Locating fish: reading water, preferred location factors, seasonal patterns and search lures
Intangibles
- Experience
- Patient, caring and attentive
- Godly speech and conduct


