Central Florida Bucketmouths
Central Florida Bucketmouths is owned and operated by Captain Monte Goodman. He is a professional Bass fishing guide and a successful tournament angler who has been guiding for over 20 years. Captain Monte's mission is to provide a safe, enjoyable, educational, and successful experience for all his guests.
Fishing is done aboard a 21' Triton Bass boat originally built in 2010 with a capacity for up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Powered by a 250 HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 60 knots. The fast and steady Bass boat is equipped with a GPS and a fishfinder which help locate the fish, and a livewell that holds the live well.
Polk County is adorned by hundreds of lakes and spectacular natural resources which make this region a thriving fishery. The lakes of Central Florida you will fish include the Kissimmee Chain, Lake Toho, Walk in Water, Istokpoga, and the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, as well as a few highly sought after private lakes and pits.
This area is perhaps the most famous for Largemouth Bass, which has countless fishing tournaments dedicated to it. Bass are catch and release only. Other species may be taken according to size and bag limits. The other fish species you can target include Catfish, Crappie, Sunfish, and other small Panfish. Capt. Monte prides himself not only on the success of catch but also by providing outstanding customer service and helping his guests become better anglers.
Capt. Monte provides rods, reels, tackle, and lures for fishing, as well as water and soft drinks. You are welcome to bring along snacks and lunch, as well as sunglasses, sunscreen, and an insect repellant. All passengers who are 16 years of age or older, must have a freshwater fishing license. Fish cleaning service is available but not included in the price of the trip.
Explore these beautiful waters with Central Florida Bucketmouths and make some new fishing memories!
Central Florida Bucketmouths is owned and operated by Captain Monte Goodman. He is a professional Bass fishing guide and a successful tournament angler who has been guiding for over 20 years. Captain Monte's mission is to provide a safe, enjoyable, educational, and successful experience for all his guests.
Fishing is done aboard a 21' Triton Bass boat originally built in 2010 with a capacity for up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. Powered by a 250 HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 60 knots. The fast and steady Bass boat is equipped with a GPS and a fishfinder which help locate the fish, and a livewell that holds the live well.
Polk County is adorned by hundreds of lakes and spectacular natural resources which make this region a thriving fishery. The lakes of Central Florida you will fish include the Kissimmee Chain, Lake Toho, Walk in Water, Istokpoga, and the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, as well as a few highly sought after private lakes and pits.
This area is perhaps the most famous for Largemouth Bass, which has countless fishing tournaments dedicated to it. Bass are catch and release only. Other species may be taken according to size and bag limits. The other fish species you can target include Catfish, Crappie, Sunfish, and other small Panfish. Capt. Monte prides himself not only on the success of catch but also by providing outstanding customer service and helping his guests become better anglers.
Capt. Monte provides rods, reels, tackle, and lures for fishing, as well as water and soft drinks. You are welcome to bring along snacks and lunch, as well as sunglasses, sunscreen, and an insect repellant. All passengers who are 16 years of age or older, must have a freshwater fishing license. Fish cleaning service is available but not included in the price of the trip.
Explore these beautiful waters with Central Florida Bucketmouths and make some new fishing memories!
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Kyle Hoffman5.0VerifiedFull Day Trip
Full Day Trip on July 26, 2024 • 2 adultsHighly recommend Monte. Had a full day booked, got to the boat ramp and he had us on fish all day. Highly knowledgeable and just a really solid guy.
Edward Cullen5.0VerifiedAfternoon with Capt. Monte
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 31, 2021 • 2 adultsMy son and I had a great trip with Capt. Monte. We caught tons of fish and learned a bit about Florida fishing. I highly recommend this trip.
Charles Crain5.0VerifiedNewGreat learning experience
Full Day Trip on October 9, 2026 • 2 adults
James Hodges5.0VerifiedBoat Load of Bass
Half Day Trip (PM) on April 17, 2026 • 2 adultsOutstanding fishing! Will book Monte again. This guide taught us new tactics in bass fishing. He is a very outgoing person.
Scott CraigRepeat angler5.0VerifiedHalf day with capt. Mike
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 7, 2023 • 2 adultsReally good day, we caught fish and he helped my daughter catch some nice bass
Jeri PischkeRepeat angler5.0VerifiedHalf-day with Captain Monty and it was good little sore at first but we got into them and so it was a lot of fun
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 15, 2021 • 2 adultsMonty knew exactly what to do for conditions and what not to do which we would’ve done because were from up north but now I was really a lot of fun and we had a good time
Nicol Boisseau5.0VerifiedHalf Day
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 4, 2021 • 1 adultOutstanding guide. He not only knows his stuff but has a spectacular personality. Learned some new techniques and caught fish too! Will be back for sure!
- Kent Hovious5.0Verified
6 hour trip with captain Monte
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on May 18, 2021 • 2 adultsGreat captain. Caught a lot of fish. Will book another trip.
- Jason Rucker4.7Verified
Half day trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 24, 2019 • 2 adultsThis was a great trip for us! Was an awesome day, teriffic spot, and caught plenty of bass! We had the best time with Capt. Monte. He was very helpful, would give us pointers, and wanted to make sure we had a great experience. I would recommend Central Florida BucketMouths to everyone and look forward to planning another trip soon.
Vernon Conrad5.0VerifiedFishing with Monte
3/4 Day Trip (AM) on September 24, 2020 • 2 adults
