Captain Dave knows Lake Thurmond
Thank you for your interest in striper fishing with Captain Dave Willard on Clarks
Hill (Thurmond) Lake. Clarks Hill is the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi
with a wealth of wildlife and everything from whitetail deer, wild turkeys, Canada
geese and the majestic Bald Eagles. Clarks Hill is known for its great fishing and
it's striper record is at 55 lbs. Largemouth bass fishing is awesome as the fish
grow really big feeding on the forage base of threadfin shad and blueback herring.
Over 20 Years of Experience at Lake Thurmond
Captain Dave has been a profesional guide since 1985 and was instrumental in using
live blueback herring for bait. Bluebacks are the preferred bait for stripers, hybrids
and big largemouth. No one can guarantee fish but, we will make every effort to
see that you and your group has an enjoyable trip.
US Coast Guard Licensed
Capt. Dave is US Coast Guard licensed and a retired firefighter/paramedic. His boat
is a 26 ft long Catamaran with twin 115 hp Evinrudes. The boat is rigged with a
T-top and leaning post with live bait tank. and is very stable and rides well in
rough water. This boat can accommodate six adults very comfortably and on occasion,
we can accommodate a few more close friends. The boat has an open deck and can accommodate
a wheelchair if necessary.