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FISHING REPORTS


Lake Chesdin Multi-Species Fishing Report: A Productive Morning
Join us for a successful morning on the water at Lake Chesdin. From crappie to unexpected striped bass and walleye, see how our team used Precision Cast Rods and custom rigs to find success in this Lake Chesdin multi-species fishing report.

Captain Dan Szajta
Jun 133 min read


Lake Chesdin Multi-Species Trolling Trip | Goober Time Guide Service
Join Goober Time Guide Service for a successful Lake Chesdin multi-species trolling trip! We targeted crappie and white perch, landing 28 fish in total using Catch the Fever rods and custom crankbait rigs. Whether you’re looking for a fresh dinner or a fun day on the lake, our guided trips offer the perfect experience. Read the full report and book your adventure today.

Captain Dan Szajta
Jun 123 min read


James River Catfish Spawn: Guide to Conservation & Best Fishing
As the James River warms, a major shift happens beneath the surface. While "the spawn" brings excitement, it also brings a responsibility to protect our trophy fishery. Learn about the biology of the Blue Catfish spawn, our "Conservation First" philosophy, and why mid-May to June is the perfect time to pivot toward high-action Flathead trips in the rapids and multi-species adventures. Discover how we balance the pursuit of a tight line with the stewardship of the river we cal

Captain Dan Szajta
Jun 114 min read


Multi-Species Fishing Report: Summer Bite Heats Up | Goober Time Guide Service
Summer patterns are officially locked in! Follow along with Goober Time Guide Service as we host a crew from central Virginia for an action-packed multi-species morning charter. Despite changing water conditions and heavy rain upstream, the team put on a clinic—landing an impressive 22-fish total that included a massive crappie rally, white perch, largemouth bass, and a hard-fighting channel catfish. Read the full report to get the breakdown on our trolling tactics and the pr

Captain Dan Szajta
Jun 64 min read


Lake Chesdin Fishing Report: Spring Multi-Species Trolling Trip
A slow start on the water turned into a 22-fish morning on Lake Chesdin! Discover how a quick tactical pivot to a staggered crankbait spread—mixing Arkie 220s and Bandit 300s—completely unlocked a firing late-morning crappie and white perch bite for a crew of Richmond locals. Read the full report for exact water conditions, depths, and gear tactics.

Captain Dan Szajta
May 234 min read


First Kayak Guide Trip of the Year: Multi-Species Success with Oliver
Our first kayak guide trip of the year was a major success! Regular guest Oliver Rader joined Captain Dan for a 4-hour masterclass in kayak control and multi-species trolling. Despite a "long-distance release" early on, Oliver landed 12 fish, including his first-ever Crappie and Chain Pickerel. With water temps hitting 68°F, the bite is officially on. Read the full report to see our species breakdown and tips for spring trolling in the creeks!

Captain Dan Szajta
Apr 293 min read
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