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FEatured Trips
TABLE ROCK TRIP
Clear water, deep timber, and largemouth that don't quit. Half or full day chasing bass on one of the Ozarks' best lakes.
Bull Shoals TRIP
150 miles of clear, deep water and structure most anglers never find on their own. Half and full day trips available.
Seasonal Trips
Spring spawn sight-fishing, summer topwater, winter trout in the tailwaters below the dam. Specialty trips built around what's biting.
Meet the Team
White River Anglers is Joe Nothum and John Hill, tournament partners who've fished team trails together for [X] years. Whichever one of them guides your trip, you're fishing with someone sharpened by real competition, not just weekend experience.
"BEST DAY ON THE WATER. PERIOD."
"Booked a half-day trip not knowing what to expect and Joe put us on fish within 20 minutes. He read the conditions, adjusted the plan on the fly, and we ended up with our best day of bass fishing. Already rebooked before we were off the water."
Lain McCanless, Table Rock
Why Choose White River Anglers?
a tournament-built standard
White River Anglers started with two competitors, Joe Nothum and John Hill, fishing team trails together. That's the standard every guide on the team gets held to: read the water fast, adjust on the fly, put you on fish.
matched with the right guide
As the team grows to include more guides, you're not just getting whoever's free that day. We match you with the guide who fits your trip, whether that's a fast-paced day chasing numbers, a technical trip working the electronics, or a patient morning teaching someone new the basics.
one team, shared intel
Our guides talk. When someone finds the pattern on Bull Shoals one morning, the rest of the team knows about it that afternoon. You get the whole team's read on the water, not just one person's.
Fishing Report Preview
TABLE ROCK Lake
Week of October 5, 2026
Fall patterns are setting in nicely across Table Rock this week. The shad migration is in full swing, pushing baitfish into the creek arms and drawing bass out of their summer haunts. Early morning topwater action has been outstanding — walking baits and poppers along bluff walls are producing consistent 3 to 4 pound largemouth with a few quality smallmouth mixed in.
- Water Temperature: 68°F
- Lake Level: Normal
- Clarity: Clear
- Generation: Minimal
Common Questions
What's included in a guided trip?
[Confirm with Joe: rods/tackle included or bring your own, license requirements, etc.]
How many people can come on a trip?
Trips are built for 2 anglers. A 3rd angler can join for an additional $100.
What's your deposit and cancellation policy?
A non-refundable deposit secures your date. The remaining balance is due 48 hours before your trip.
Do I need a fishing license?
[Confirm Missouri/Arkansas licensing requirements, since Bull Shoals crosses both states.]
What happens if the weather's bad?
[Needs a policy from Joe, reschedule vs. refund vs. captain's call.]
Are tips expected?
Tips aren't required, but they're always appreciated.
Can I book something outside your standard trips?
Yes, use the custom trip inquiry on the Trips page. Joe quotes and books these personally rather than through online booking.
Do you offer specialty or seasonal trips?
Yes, see Seasonal Trips for spring spawn, summer topwater, and winter trout trips.