Extended Half Day Bass and Perch Trip in Hobson TX
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Sixhour private bass and perch fishing on peaceful lakeMorning or afternoon departure times with experienced guideAccommodates up to two guests aboard comfortable Bass Tracker
Looking for a fishing adventure that gives you real time on the water without the full-day commitment? Ramsey's Fishing Charters offers this popular 6-hour extended half-day trip that's become a customer favorite among Texas anglers. Guide Breiten Ramsey takes you out on his peaceful private lake in Hobson, where the fishing pressure is light and the bass are hungry. Whether you're bringing the kids for their first fishing experience or you're a seasoned angler wanting to fine-tune your techniques, this trip delivers the perfect balance of instruction, relaxation, and fish-catching action.
Your day starts with a choice – grab the early bite with a 6:30 AM departure, or enjoy a leisurely afternoon trip beginning at 3:30 PM. Breiten meets you at the private lake access, where his 2014 18' Bass Tracker sits ready to go. This boat was built for fishing, with plenty of casting room for two guests and all the electronics you need to locate fish. The private lake setting means you won't be competing with weekend warriors or dealing with heavy boat traffic that spooks fish on public waters. Breiten knows every structure, drop-off, and honey hole on this lake, and he's not shy about sharing his local knowledge. He'll put you on fish while teaching you to read the water, understand seasonal patterns, and improve your presentation. The relaxed pace means there's time to work each spot thoroughly, try different techniques, and actually learn something that'll make you a better angler long after the trip ends.
This isn't a meat-and-potatoes trolling trip – you're going to work for these fish using proven bass and panfish techniques. Breiten keeps the boat stocked with quality tackle, but feel free to bring your favorite rod if you've got one. You'll likely spend time flipping jigs into cover for bass, working topwater baits during the right conditions, and switching to lighter tackle when the bluegill bite gets hot. The private lake has excellent structure – fallen trees, weed lines, and depth changes that hold fish year-round. Breiten teaches you to identify these spots and explain why fish use them. He's big on proper hook sets, playing fish correctly, and using the right retrieve speed for conditions. If you're new to bass fishing, you'll learn the difference between a bass bite and a bluegill tap, how to feel bottom structure through your line, and when to set the hook. Experienced anglers appreciate his willingness to try advanced techniques and work challenging spots that produce better fish.
The largemouth bass in this private lake are healthy and aggressive, with most fish running between 2-4 pounds and occasional surprises pushing 6 pounds or better. These bass haven't seen heavy fishing pressure, so they're more willing to hit lures and put up strong fights. Spring and fall produce the most consistent bass action, but Breiten knows how to locate them in summer's deeper water and winter's slow periods. The bass relate strongly to structure here – you'll find them around fallen timber, along weed edges, and holding on depth changes where they ambush baitfish. What makes this fishery special is the variety of techniques that work. You might catch bass on topwater plugs at dawn, switch to jigs during midday, and finish with spinnerbaits as the sun sets. The bluegill fishing provides non-stop action between bass, with these scrappy panfish averaging 6-8 inches and fighting harder than their size suggests. Kids especially love the bluegill bite because it stays consistent throughout the day, giving them plenty of chances to practice their casting and hook-setting skills.
Largemouth bass are the main attraction here, and for good reason. These fish are opportunistic predators that feed actively from spring through fall, with peak activity during the cooler months. In Hobson's private lake, largemouth bass average 2-4 pounds, but don't be surprised when a 5-6 pounder crushes your topwater bait or inhales that jig you're working through the timber. What makes these bass special is their willingness to fight – they haven't learned to be leader-shy from constant fishing pressure. You'll see spectacular jumps, strong runs toward cover, and the kind of arm-burning battles that remind you why bass fishing is America's favorite freshwater sport. Best fishing happens during low-light periods, but Breiten knows the deep structure where they hold during bright conditions.
Bluegill might be smaller, but they're the perfect complement to your bass fishing adventure. These colorful panfish stay active throughout the day, providing consistent action when the bass bite slows down. In this lake, bluegill run 6-10 inches, with the occasional dinner-plate specimen that'll surprise you with its fighting ability. They're excellent for teaching kids proper fishing techniques because they bite readily, fight proportionally hard, and forgive minor mistakes in presentation. Bluegill spawn multiple times per year in Texas, creating excellent fishing opportunities from spring through early fall. During spawning periods, you can sight-fish to bedding bluegill in shallow water, making for exciting visual fishing that keeps everyone engaged. They also school up along drop-offs and weed lines, where you can catch multiple fish from the same spot once you dial in the pattern.
This extended half-day trip gives you the best of both worlds – enough time to really get into the fishing rhythm without committing to a full 8-hour day. Breiten's patient teaching style and deep knowledge of this private lake make it perfect for families, beginners, or anyone wanting to improve their freshwater fishing skills. The 2-guest limit keeps things personal and ensures everyone gets plenty of hands-on instruction and fishing time. With morning and afternoon departure options, you can work this trip into almost any schedule. Book early, especially during spring and fall when the
Your fishing adventure takes place aboard a reliable 2014 18' Bass Tracker, perfectly suited for navigating Hobson's peaceful private lake waters. This sleek motorboat features a 65 HP Mercury engine that'll get you to the hotspots quickly, cruising at speeds up to 22 mph. The boat's design focuses on what matters most – giving you and one other angler plenty of room to cast, fight fish, and move around comfortably while targeting largemouth bass, bluegill, and perch. Built specifically for bass fishing, this tracker handles beautifully in shallow coves and deeper structure where the big ones hide. With space for just two guests, you'll have the entire boat to yourselves, making it easy to fish different techniques without tangling lines or bumping elbows. The stable platform gives you confidence whether you're flipping jigs into cover or working topwater lures along the shoreline during those prime feeding times.
Lepomis MacrochirusThese scrappy panfish average around 8 inches and pack more fight than you'd expect from their size. Bluegill love hanging around shallow cover like fallen logs, docks, and weed beds in our private lake. Spring through early summer is prime time when they're spawning and aggressive. Kids especially love targeting them since they're not picky eaters and will hit worms, small jigs, or even bread. The beauty of bluegill fishing is their schooling behavior - find one and you'll usually find more. My go-to trick is using a small hook with a piece of worm under a bobber near any structure. They make excellent table fare too, with sweet, flaky white meat that's perfect for a fish fry.
Micropterus SalmoidesOur lake holds some solid largemouth averaging 12-24 inches, with the occasional heavyweight pushing 4-5 pounds. These ambush predators love thick cover - fallen trees, weed lines, and shallow muddy areas where they can hide and strike. Early morning and late evening are prime time, especially in spring and fall when they're most active. What makes bass fishing special is that explosive strike and the fight they put up - they'll jump, run, and test your drag. I always tell clients to work plastic worms slowly around structure or try topwater lures at dawn when the water's calm. The key is being patient and keeping your bait near cover where they're waiting to feed.
Hobson, TX