Meet the Guides
A professional local guide team built around experience, patience, safety and one goal: giving you the best possible day on the water in Northwest Arkansas.
We’re Passionate Anglers
At Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service, fishing is more than what we do—it’s a way of life for the guides who work with our service. 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 provide the equipment, instruction and local knowledge needed to give you the best opportunity for a successful day on the water.
Local Experience. Professional Service.
Austin Kennedy
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.
- Owner of Busch Mountain Fishing Guide Service
- Best of Northwest Arkansas Fishing Guide Award Winner
- Featured in regional fishing publications
- Trout, walleye and multi-species fishing
- Family-friendly guided trips
Robert Kennedy
- White River trout specialist
- Family & beginner friendly
- Patient and knowledgeable instructor
- Experienced multi-species angler
- Customer favorite guide
Sky Haack
- 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
- Knowledgeable local angler
- Trout and walleye fishing experience
- Focused on client success
- Safe and professional guide
- Passionate about teaching anglers
Mike Peoples
- Experienced Northwest Arkansas angler
- Beginner-friendly instruction
- Patient and detail-oriented
- Multi-species fishing experience
- Dedicated to creating memorable trips
John Maynard
- 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 patterns
- Experienced with anglers of all skill levels
- Focused on helping clients catch fish and create lasting memories
Why Our Team Stands Out
Ready to Fish With Our Guide Team?
Tell us your preferred date, group size and what you’d like to fish for. We’ll help match the trip to your group and current conditions.