Dan Barnett, a Lake Texoma Fishing Guide

Unmatched Outdoor Adventure

How To Pick A Lake Texoma Fishing Guide

• A Full-time Professional Guide

  Webster Dictionary defines "Full-time" as working the customary number of hours, days, weeks, and etc., for one's principal occupation.  Dan has only one job and that is guided fishing trips on Lake Texoma.  His routine day starts from early morning until well after sunset, sometimes 7 days a weeek.  He lives on the lake and makes his daily living from it.  You would not go to a dentist who worked part-time as an automotive mechanic would you?

• Years of Experience

  Dan has been a professional fishing guide for over 20 years and most of that time has been devoted to Lake Texoma.  No one knows the lake better than Dan.  Lake Texoma is a vast body of water covering over 89000 acres.  To get the proper experience and knowledge of something that big, you must spend a lot of time learning it's hidden secrets.  That takes a devotion to your chosen profession and years of experience.  Dan has both.

• Coast Guard Approved Training

  Taking to the open water in a small craft is an adventure for sure and without the proper training can result in unwanted circomstances.  The ever changing lake weather and just the shear size of it, demands that any professional guide have the proper training in handling any and all lake related matters.  Boarding any fishing boat with your family or friends, you should always want to know you are putting them in the hands of a knowledgeable professional.  Dan has had the Coast Guard approved training necessary to provide both a safe and enjoyable day of fishing on this beautiful lake and you should not leave the dock with anyone who has NOT.

• Quality Provided Equipment

  Dan fishes with only the top brand name fishing equipment, both tackle and lures. In order to catch quality fish, Dan will not except less. He knows that you can not afford to attempt striper fishing with second hand stuff or less than the top rated equipment. He provides all the necessary equipment to bring home monster stripers; all you need to provide is a willing heart and an open day on your busy calendar to have an adventure of a lifetime.

• Attention To Detail

  Striper fishing for those who do not know, is a lot more complicated than simply getting into a boat and heading out.  Attention to detail is essential for a successful day on the lake.  The better the preparation, the higher the reward.  Dan is a master at making sure every aspect of the trips is carefully thought through without overloading the novice angler.  Browsing his website will give you some idea of his dedication.  From what fishing license to purchase to how best to prepare your catch for the dinning room table is all covered.  Dan is serious about making sure that you have a GREAT time with a lighthearted and friendly approach to every trip.

• Other Angler's Experience.

  Here is just one of the many comments made by satisfied customers.

  "I can not thank you enough for making our trip so successful!  I have never seen a more knowledgeable guide who worked so hard putting us on fish, keeping our hooks loaded with fresh bait, and making sure everyone was having a great time.  You succeeded in making my first Striper outing a most enjoyable and memorable one.  Thank you again for all you did for our group!"
  Todd A. Johnson

  In addition to this, Dan digitally photographes every trip and post the pictures of your trip to the website for everyone to enjoy.  Browsing his fishing gallery of the daily catches should spell volumes about the quality of a Dan Barnett striper fishing trip.