Our experienced team of professional fishing guides is dedicated to helping you catch fish, create memories, and enjoy the best fishing opportunities Northwest Arkansas has to offer. Whether you’re targeting trout on the White River, chasing walleye on Beaver Lake, or introducing your family to fishing for the first time, our team is ready to help make your trip unforgettable.
More Than Guides — We're Passionate Anglers
At Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service, fishing isn’t just our job—it’s our way of life. Our guides spend hundreds of days on the water each year studying fish behavior, seasonal patterns, water conditions, and the latest techniques to help our clients succeed.
Whether you’re an experienced angler or have never held a fishing rod before, we’ll provide the equipment, instruction, and local knowledge needed to give you the best opportunity for a successful day on the water.
Austin Kennedy
Owner & Professional Fishing Guide
Austin Kennedy is the owner of Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service and has spent years helping anglers experience some of the best fishing opportunities in the Ozarks. A multiple award-winning guide, Austin specializes in Beaver Lake walleye fishing, White River trout fishing, and helping anglers of all skill levels improve their success on the water.
Austin has been featured in numerous publications and fishing reports and is known for his patient teaching style, dedication to customer service, and relentless pursuit of fish.
Highlights:
- Owner of Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service
- Best of Northwest Arkansas Fishing Guide Award Winner
- Featured in regional fishing publications
- Specializes in trout, walleye, and multi-species fishing
- Family-friendly guide trips
Robert Kennedy
Professional Fishing Guide
- Professional Fishing Guide
- White River Trout Specialist
- Family & Beginner Friendly
- Patient and Knowledgeable Instructor
- Experienced Multi-Species Angler
- Customer Favorite Guide
Sky Haack
Professional Fishing Guide
- Professional Fishing Guide
- Experienced White River Angler
- Excellent with Families and Children
- Patient and Easygoing Teaching Style
- Trout and Multi-Species Fishing Specialist
- Dedicated to Customer Success
Jeff Ochs
Professional Fishing Guide
- Professional Fishing Guide
- Knowledgeable Local Angler
- Trout and Walleye Fishing Experience
- Focused on Client Success
- Safe and Professional Guide
- Passionate About Teaching Anglers
Mike Peoples
Professional Fishing Guide
- Professional Fishing Guide
- Experienced Northwest Arkansas Angler
- Beginner-Friendly Instruction
- Patient and Detail-Oriented
- Multi-Species Fishing Experience
- Dedicated to Creating Memorable Trips
John Maynard
Professional Fishing Guide
- Professional Fishing Guide
- Experienced Ozark Fisheries Angler
- Strong Understanding of Seasonal Fish Patterns
- Trout and Multi-Species Fishing Experience
- Professional and Customer Focused
- Committed to Helping Clients Catch Fish
Jim Epperson
- Arkansas native with a lifetime of fishing experience.
- Crappie and bass fishing specialist.
- Extensive local knowledge of area lakes and seasonal fish patterns.
- Experienced with anglers of all skill levels.
- Passionate about helping clients catch more fish and create lasting memories.
- Proud member of the Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service team.
Why Our Team Stands Out
- Over 1,000 guided trips annually
- Multiple award-winning guide service
- Nearly 300 Five-Star Google Reviews
- Family-Friendly and Beginner-Friendly
- Licensed and Insured Guides
- Trips Available Year-Round
- Accommodates Groups Up To 20 People
- White River & Beaver Lake Experts