Hundreds of anglers have trusted Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service to help them catch more fish. Now you can get that same personalized instruction from home.
Virtual Fishing Coaching
Want to become a better angler but not sure what you’re doing wrong?
Our Virtual Fishing Coaching program is built for anglers who want real guidance, not generic fishing advice. This is a subscription-only coaching service designed to help you understand fish behavior, seasonal patterns, electronics, lure selection, boat control, and how to break down water with confidence.
Whether you fish Beaver Lake, Table Rock Lake, the Beaver Tailwaters, or your own home waters, this coaching is built to help you think like a guide.
What You Get
Personalized fishing advice
Seasonal pattern breakdowns
Help reading maps and structure
Electronics and sonar guidance
Lure and presentation recommendations
Trip planning help before you hit the water
Follow-up support as conditions change
Access to coaching content not available on the public website
Who This Is For
This program is perfect for:
Beginner anglers wanting to learn faster
Weekend fishermen tired of guessing
Boat owners wanting to better understand electronics
Anglers planning trips to Beaver Lake, Table Rock Lake, or the White River
Fishermen wanting to improve walleye, crappie, trout, bass, striper, or panfish success
This Is Not a Secret Spot Service
This coaching is not about handing out exact guide locations.
It is about teaching you how to find fish, understand conditions, read water, and make better decisions on your own.
The goal is simple:
Help you become a more confident and successful angler.
Subscribe for Access
Virtual Fishing Coaching is available by subscription only.
Members receive access to private coaching information, fishing education, seasonal updates, and personalized help designed to shorten the learning curve.
Ready to stop guessing and start fishing with a plan?
Subscribe today and start learning how to fish smarter.
What We Can Cover
- Understanding seasonal fish movements
- Finding fish on Beaver Lake, Table Rock Lake, and the Beaver Tailwaters
- Reading lake maps and contour lines
- Breaking down new water efficiently
- Electronics setup and interpretation
- Forward-facing sonar fundamentals
- Side Imaging and Down Imaging techniques
- Walleye fishing strategies
- Crappie fishing strategies
- Trout fishing strategies
- Bluegill and panfish tactics
- Lure selection and when to use it
- Boat positioning and boat control
- Understanding weather impacts on fishing
- Understanding water temperature and seasonal patterns
- Trip planning and pre-fishing preparation
- Rod, reel, line, and tackle recommendations
- Reviewing your sonar screenshots and fishing reports
- Answering your fishing questions throughout the season
Don’t see your topic listed? Ask. If it involves becoming a better angler, we can probably help.
Coaching Session Options
30-Minute Virtual Coaching Session
$49
Perfect for anglers who need answers to a few specific questions.
✔ 30 minutes of one-on-one coaching
✔ Zoom, Facebook Messenger Video, or Google Meet
✔ Electronics and sonar review
✔ Seasonal fishing advice
✔ Specific fishing questions answered
✔ Follow-up notes from your session
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60-Minute Virtual Coaching Session
$99
Our most popular coaching option and the best value for most anglers.
✔ 60 minutes of one-on-one coaching
✔ Zoom, Facebook Messenger Video, or Google Meet
✔ Detailed fishing strategy discussion
✔ Electronics and sonar interpretation
✔ Seasonal fish movement analysis
✔ Lake map and structure breakdown
✔ Personalized recommendations based on your goals
✔ Follow-up notes from your session
90-Minute Virtual Coaching Session
$129
For anglers who want a complete deep dive into improving their fishing success.
✔ 90 minutes of one-on-one coaching
✔ Zoom, Facebook Messenger Video, or Google Meet
✔ Comprehensive fishing strategy session
✔ Detailed electronics review
✔ Lake map and structure analysis
✔ Seasonal game plan development
✔ Tackle and equipment recommendations
✔ Personalized action plan
✔ Follow-up notes from your session
Get the Most From Your Session
After booking your coaching session, you may submit:
✔ Sonar screenshots
✔ Side Imaging screenshots
✔ Down Imaging screenshots
✔ LiveScope screenshots
✔ LiveScope settings
✔ Lake map screenshots
✔ Photos of fish or structure
✔ Specific fishing questions
Submitting this information before your appointment allows us to maximize your coaching time and focus on the topics most important to you.
Whether you’re trying to understand your electronics, locate more fish, improve your fishing strategy, or shorten the learning curve, our Virtual Fishing Coaching program is designed to help you become a more successful angler on any body of water.
Learn From Real-World Experience
Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service conducts hundreds of guided fishing trips each year across Beaver Lake, Table Rock Lake, and the Beaver Tailwaters. Our coaching is based on time on the water, seasonal observations, fish behavior, and practical experience—not theory.
If you’re ready to fish smarter and gain confidence on the water, book your coaching session today.
Why Virtual Coaching Works
You could spend hundreds of hours watching fishing videos online.
The problem is that most fishing content is designed for a general audience and often doesn’t apply to your specific situation, body of water, electronics setup, or fishing goals.
Virtual Fishing Coaching provides personalized instruction tailored to your needs.
Instead of sorting through conflicting advice, you’ll receive direct answers based on real-world experience and current fishing conditions.
Common Topics We Help Anglers Solve
“I can mark fish but can’t get them to bite.”
“I don’t understand what I’m seeing on my electronics.”
“My LiveScope image isn’t clear.”
“I struggle to find fish after the spawn.”
“I spend all day fishing and catch very little.”
“I don’t know how to break down a new lake.”
“I need help understanding seasonal fish movements.”
“I want to become more efficient with my time on the water.”
Real Coaching. Real Results.
Our goal isn’t to simply answer questions.
Our goal is to help you develop the skills and confidence needed to consistently locate and catch more fish on your own.
Every coaching session is customized to your experience level, equipment, and fishing goals.
What Customers Are Saying
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“Hired Austin Kennedy to guide a trout fishing trip in early October. He was fantastic! Caught my limit that morning and felt it was well worth it. He also taught me so much about the White River and how to fish there. I’m planning two more trips back there soon. No complaints at all. Highly recommend this guide service!”
— Bill H.
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“Our guide Skye was outstanding. We caught fish after fish while he explained everything about the river and the wildlife. This was our first guided river fishing trip, but it definitely won’t be our last.”
— Ron N.
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“Robert was very knowledgeable about the river, currents, holes, and fishing techniques. We caught 44 rainbows and even picked up a walleye. I can’t wait to come back.”
— Rick W.
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“Austin was patient in teaching me a reel that was completely new to me. He got us right on the fish, and we took home our limit. Fun, personable, and a great teacher.”
— Rebecca A.
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“Excellent experience. These guys know the river very well and get you to the fish. They are very patient with children and help them catch fish so mom and dad can enjoy fishing too.”
— Omar L.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need expensive electronics to benefit from coaching?
No. Whether you’re fishing from the bank, a kayak, or a fully rigged boat with LiveScope, coaching is tailored to your equipment and experience level.
What species can we discuss?
We can cover:
- Walleye
- Trout
- Crappie
- Bass
- Bluegill & Sunfish
- Multi-species fishing strategies
Can you help me if I don’t fish Beaver Lake or the White River?
Absolutely. While much of our experience comes from Beaver Lake, Table Rock Lake, and the Beaver Tailwaters, the principles of fish behavior, electronics interpretation, structure fishing, and seasonal movements apply almost anywhere.
Can I submit screenshots before my session?
Yes. After booking, you may submit sonar screenshots, LiveScope screenshots, electronics settings, map screenshots, photos, and specific questions to help maximize your coaching session.
Will you give me your fishing spots?
No.
The goal of Virtual Fishing Coaching is to teach anglers how to find and catch fish on their own. We focus on fish behavior, seasonal patterns, structure, electronics, and decision-making rather than sharing guide locations.
How are coaching sessions conducted?
Sessions are conducted through:
- Zoom
- Facebook Messenger Video
- Google Meet
Simply choose the platform that works best for you.
What if I need to reschedule?
We understand things happen. Please provide at least 24 hours notice and we’ll gladly reschedule your session.
Why Learn From Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service?
When you book a coaching session, you’re not learning from someone who fishes a few weekends a year.
You’re learning from guides who spend hundreds of days on the water annually, helping anglers of all skill levels catch more fish.
Our team fishes Beaver Lake, Table Rock Lake, and the Beaver Tailwaters throughout the year, tracking seasonal movements, changing conditions, and fish behavior in real time.
Whether you’re trying to understand your electronics, improve your fishing strategy, or shorten the learning curve, our goal is simple:
Help you become a more confident and successful angler.
Meet Your Coach
Austin Kennedy
When you book a Virtual Fishing Coaching session, you’re learning directly from Austin Kennedy, founder and owner of Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service.
Since founding Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service in 2014, Austin has built one of the most recognized fishing guide services in Northwest Arkansas. What started as a single guide operation has grown into a multi-guide service helping thousands of anglers experience the incredible fishing opportunities found on Beaver Lake, Table Rock Lake, and the Beaver Tailwaters.
Austin’s approach to fishing is built on understanding fish behavior, seasonal movements, electronics interpretation, and adapting to changing conditions on the water. His passion isn’t just helping clients catch fish—it’s teaching anglers how to become more successful on their own.
Experience & Accomplishments
Founder and Owner of Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service
More than a decade of professional guiding experience in Northwest Arkansas
Nearly 28 years of service in Law Enforcement, Fire, Rescue, and EMS
Retired Sheriff’s Deputy
Retired Fire Chief
Guides hundreds of fishing trips annually
Has helped thousands of anglers catch fish and improve their fishing skills
Host of the River to Lake NWA Podcast
Weekly fishing report contributor for the Beaver Tailwaters
Featured in In-Fisherman Magazine
Featured by Discover Northwest Arkansas
Featured in numerous outdoor podcasts and fishing media outlets
Arkansas Guide ARK Verified Guide
Best Fishing Guide – Eureka Springs
Best of Northwest Arkansas Fishing Guide Award Winner (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025)
Multiple Arkansas Master Angler Awards
Partnered with leading fishing industry companies and brands
Specializes in trout, walleye, crappie, multi-species, and panfish fishing
Extensive experience with Garmin LiveScope, Side Imaging, Down Imaging, and modern fishing electronics
Why Learn From Austin?
Every year, Austin spends hundreds of days on the water studying fish behavior, changing seasonal patterns, water conditions, and electronics interpretation. Through Virtual Fishing Coaching, you’ll gain access to knowledge developed through thousands of hours on the water—not theory from a textbook or generic advice from the internet.
Whether you’re trying to understand your electronics, become a better angler, locate more fish, or shorten the learning curve, Austin’s goal is simple:
Help you catch more fish and become more confident every time you hit the water.