This week on Lake Guntersville, we saw summer fully return. The heat’s been intense, the wind has been minimal, and fish have been on the move. The mayflies are finally starting to slow down, which is good news — but we’re still having to adjust quickly as fish relocate to different parts of the lake. Fortunately, knowing the body of water like we do makes that part of the job manageable.
Captain Scott
Captain Scott had one of the toughest days of the year. It was flat calm, hot, and just flat-out miserable — the kind of day that separates the weekend warriors from real guides. He put his head down, stayed on it, and caught quality bass despite the brutal conditions. That’s the difference experience makes.
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Captain Phillip had a great trip with a father and son — the Shadwicks — boating 36 bass. The young man wasted no time getting into the action and quickly found his rhythm. After his third or fourth catch, he was proudly holding them up like a seasoned angler. That’s what it’s all about — a fun, productive day on the water and a memory they won’t forget.
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Captain Jim started the week strong with a hot bite early on. As the heat settled in and conditions got tougher midweek, the action slowed a bit — but by the weekend, he found better quality fish again in areas that had gone quiet. It’s been one of those stretches where the fish seem to disappear for a few days, only to show back up in the same spots like nothing happened.
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This week also marked another successful run of our new white bass and striper trips. Captains Jim, Myles, and Phillip teamed up to take out a group of eight in the heat of the day — and they still managed to catch their full limit. These trips are designed for steady, high-paced action that keeps the rods bent and the smiles coming.
What makes these trips stand out is how similar they feel to saltwater fishing. It’s fast, visual, and consistent — drop a lure, catch a fish. For anglers who love the excitement of coastal trips, this is the closest thing you’ll find on freshwater. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking for something different this summer, it’s a great way to beat the heat and stay on fish.
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Looking ahead, the forecast is simple — it’s going to stay hot. That means morning bites are going to be the most productive window, especially if you’re trying to stay out of the direct sun. That said, if you can handle the heat, you can still catch fish throughout the day by targeting offshore schools.
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Meet the GuidesOne thing worth noting is the amount of pressure these offshore spots are getting. Some ledges have five or six boats fishing across them at once. The other day we counted 15 boats just idling the same ledge, going out and around anglers who were actively fishing it, then swinging back in and doing it again. It’s something we’ve never seen before — and honestly, it’s amazing the fish still bite under that kind of pressure. But they don’t bite as good as they use to!
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