Come fish the beautiful fishery of Irvine Lake with Ronson “Catmando” Smothers, one of the best on the waters! With nearly 30 years of fishing experience, Catmando has set his concentration on catfish and trout. Catmando is one of the most publicized fishermen on the west coast.
Ronson holds the former California state record and current lake record at Irvine Lake for a blue catfish weighing a whopping 89.65 pounds! In 2004, Ronson and his clients boated nearly 100 fish over 10 pounds! He’s caught thousands of catfish and now offers a hands-on guide trip for those who want to catch tasty channel catfish or trophy-size blues!
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| Catmando also offers guided trout trips. Irvine Lake is loaded with rainbows, brookies, browns, steelheads, and California Goldens. Many of these fish weigh over 10 pounds!
2005 19” North River Mariner. The boat includes trolling set-ups, fish finder, and live well. It also has side and back curtains providing for a totally enclosed cabin during cold or rainy weather!
Snacks, beverages, gear, and bait are all included!
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Rates:
Days (7 days/week) 6am - 2pm
Nights (Fri & Sat) 4pm - 12am
1 person $250
2 people $350
3 people $400
** $25 for every additional hour
** $150 extra for a 19 hour day and night combo
** Children accompanied by a paid adult are half-off!!!
** Book two trips at the same time, and receive $50 off!
** $100 deposit required
** Sorry, no guiding during tournaments
Seasons:
Trout: November thru June
Catfish: (year-round) Best months are June thru November
** Big fish months are August-November
Book early to secure your choice date.
*Professional service guaranteed!
***95% success rate!
Booking information
Phone: 323-428-6731
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