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G3 Sportsman Field Staff

Every G3 Boat owner is a G3 Sportsman, but the few who are selected to provide input on the design of new products are at the top of their profession.

Introducing the G3 Sportsman Field Staff…a select group of guides and anglers who possess a wide variety of fishing expertise. These experienced outdoorsmen add their superior knowledge to the G3 product development process to help produce leading-edge fishing boats, from unique tunnel hull designs for Yamaha prop or jet motors, to wide-body multi-species hulls for catfish, crappie or bass fishing in all parts of the country.

It’s common knowledge that experienced fishermen prefer G3 Boats. Over two-thirds of G3 owners have been in other brands, before finding their dream fishing machine with G3 and Yamaha. If you think you are ready to improve your fishing and step up to a G3 and Yamaha package, take a trip with a G3 Sportsman Field Staff member…learn about what makes a great boat and have an adventure doing it.  Make G3 and Yamaha your fishing partners today and enjoy the Quality, Performance, and Satisfaction that comes from being a proud owner of a G3 Boat, powered by Yamaha.

Jason Barton

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Central TX
I’m Jason “Spud” Barton owner/operator of Cattin Around Adventures pro guide service here in Central Texas. I’ve been a Pro Guide for over a decade and been a tournament fisherman for almost 20 years but been fishing these waters all my life. I specialize in trophy class blues and flatheads in all of Central Texas waters. I provide a comfortable day on the water in the G3 sportsman 2400.

A little more about myself is I’m a proud father

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Jason Barton

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Central TX

I’m Jason “Spud” Barton owner/operator of Cattin Around Adventures pro guide service here in Central Texas. I’ve been a Pro Guide for over a decade and been a tournament fisherman for almost 20 years but been fishing these waters all my life. I specialize in trophy class blues and flatheads in all of Central Texas waters. I provide a comfortable day on the water in the G3 sportsman 2400.

A little more about myself is I’m a proud father and grandfather, volunteered as EMT and swift-water rescue swimmer for many years and still carry many certifications like CPR and emergency care attendant. What I offer is a safe-enjoyable and acknowledgeable day of trophy catfishing. 

Fishing from: Sportsman 2400

G3 Boats is proud to introduce the much anticipated, and much demanded Sportsman 2400 model for the serious catfishing community. Even a quick look at the basics confirm, the Sportsman 2400 is no ordinary boat; up to 250 max horsepower on a wave-splitting 15 degree dead-rise hull, rugged Tuff Coat™ spray-in liner, 90 gallons of total livewell capacity, and 50 gallon fuel tank add up to serious on-water performance.

Request a Quote on a Sportsman 2400.

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Westin Yancey

Westin Yancey

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

Wes was born and raised in the Mid-west and has always had a passion for the outdoors. After living 6 years in Oregon and hunting and fishing some of the best Oregon has to offer. Wes is back in the Midwest to raise a family and support our efforts in the digital marketing realm. Wes fishes out of the G3 Sportsman 19 and loves to catch bass on Missouri lakes and streams all year long. Whether it be competing in a tournament or just "Content Fishing" with his friends. When he is not on the water he is spending time behind

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Westin Yancey
Westin Yancey

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

Wes was born and raised in the Mid-west and has always had a passion for the outdoors. After living 6 years in Oregon and hunting and fishing some of the best Oregon has to offer. Wes is back in the Midwest to raise a family and support our efforts in the digital marketing realm. Wes fishes out of the G3 Sportsman 19 and loves to catch bass on Missouri lakes and streams all year long. Whether it be competing in a tournament or just "Content Fishing" with his friends. When he is not on the water he is spending time behind a computer putting together outdoor marketing that can be seen on Bass Fishing Nation and G3 Boat pages. As well as managing his media company Modern Outdoor Media. Wes also enjoys spending time hunting with his bird dog BO and Big Game hunting Missouri has to offer. Check out his Spring Bear Hunt in Oregon on his Youtube Channel.

Fishing from: G3 Sportsman 19

The Sportsman 19 Camo has the deck space, storage and layout to become one of the most sought after models by enthusiastic anglers everywhere. This is one boat that exceeds expectations from the start, as it measures a substantial 19′ 10” in overall length. The plus-sized front deck, with a beam of 92”, allows freedom of movement; enough to dance with your next “great catch” from gunnel to gunnel. The new Sportsman 19 Camo is a complete package that will define success for many fishermen for years to come.

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Mike Mitchell

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Northern Alabama
Mike Mitchell fishes year-round for trophy catfish. His guide service on the Tennessee River in Northern Alabama produces many “big cats” in excess of 50 pounds. He catches both trophy blues and flatheads in April and May. June is the best time to night fish for trophy flatheads and some nice blues. July and August it gets hot, the action can also be hot but most cats will range from 1-30 pounds.
Southern Cats Guide Service operates three guide boats and can accommodate large groups. Primarily they fish on Pickwick, Wilson, Wheeler, Guntersville, Nickajack, and Chickamauga lakes; but they
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Mike Mitchell

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Northern Alabama

Mike Mitchell fishes year-round for trophy catfish. His guide service on the Tennessee River in Northern Alabama produces many “big cats” in excess of 50 pounds. He catches both trophy blues and flatheads in April and May. June is the best time to night fish for trophy flatheads and some nice blues. July and August it gets hot, the action can also be hot but most cats will range from 1-30 pounds.
Southern Cats Guide Service operates three guide boats and can accommodate large groups. Primarily they fish on Pickwick, Wilson, Wheeler, Guntersville, Nickajack, and Chickamauga lakes; but they will take special requests and target the species of your choice on the lake/river of your choice. They also fish for both trophy and smaller eating size fish. All catfish over 15 lbs are photographed and released. Catch and release is promoted.
Mike’s tournament accomplishments are incredible. He has a reputation as one of the best catfish anglers in the South. His many wins and top 10’s has cemented his reputation as the “guy to win” in some of the top Catfish Tournament Circuits.
If the chance to catch large blue cats or flatheads is on your bucket list, Mike Mitchell is your best bet having himself landed a huge blue cat at 102 pounds!
Check out Mike and give him a call for a trip of a lifetime and to catch possibly the biggest catfish of your like.

Fishing from: Angler V19 SF

G3 Boats Angler 21

Everyone in the family will find something to like about the Angler V19 SF. The spacious layout includes seven lockable storage compartments, two livewells, and an optional stern flip deck with full bench seat. Switch from fishing to skiing and back again in seconds, the V19 SF is made for pleasing the whole family.

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Jake Darling

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Helen, GA

Jake Darling is the Manager and Head Guide at Unicoi Outfitters in Helen, Ga. Darling has guided for trout in the area for over 10 years, but has been devoting most of his time in recent years to the pursuit of Shoal Bass and Striped Bass in his local river systems. Shoal Bass, a black bass species with limited range in the southeast, offer up one of the hardest pound for pound fights an angler can experience in fresh water.  Having chased finned creatures in his area for over 22 years with a fly rod, Darling has a great understanding

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Jake Darling

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Helen, GA

Jake Darling is the Manager and Head Guide at Unicoi Outfitters in Helen, Ga. Darling has guided for trout in the area for over 10 years, but has been devoting most of his time in recent years to the pursuit of Shoal Bass and Striped Bass in his local river systems. Shoal Bass, a black bass species with limited range in the southeast, offer up one of the hardest pound for pound fights an angler can experience in fresh water. Having chased finned creatures in his area for over 22 years with a fly rod, Darling has a great understanding of the waters local to him. Targeting these species with both fly and light tackle allows Jake to format his excursions around his client’s needs, ensuring that you are guaranteed a great day while on the water in his 2017 G3 1656 CCJ. Along with Darling’s G3 Certified Guide acknowledgment, he is also an Orvis Endorsed Guide, a Scientific Anglers Pro Staff Member, a Scott Fly Rod Pro Staff Member, and a Licensed and Ensured Guide.

Fishing from: G3 Gator Tough 16

Gator Tough Jon 16G3 jet tunnel models were developed with the “shallow water” sportsman in mind. G3 tunnel hull technology continues to lead the industry in performance and innovation. Each G3 jet model delivers the durability and value that have made Gator Tough jons famous with fishermen everywhere. These unique boats can deliver you to new fishing and hunting territory, while others are left behind.

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Gary Wendell

Gary Wendell

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | West Virginia
My name is Gary Wendell. I have been the marine industry for over 30 years as a boat dealer. I' am a Master Marine Surveyor, Yamaha Outboard Tech., and a G3 Boat Dealer. My father, brother and I own and operate Lou Wendell Marine Sales Inc. in St Albans West Virginia. I also own and operate Water Wolf Outfitters LLC located in the foothills of West Virginia. Water Wolf Outfitters is a licensed, bonded and insured guide service that offers fishing trips on some of the most beautiful inland rivers in the east such as the New
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Gary Wendell
Gary Wendell

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | West Virginia

My name is Gary Wendell. I have been the marine industry for over 30 years as a boat dealer. I' am a Master Marine Surveyor, Yamaha Outboard Tech., and a G3 Boat Dealer. My father, brother and I own and operate Lou Wendell Marine Sales Inc. in St Albans West Virginia. I also own and operate Water Wolf Outfitters LLC located in the foothills of West Virginia. Water Wolf Outfitters is a licensed, bonded and insured guide service that offers fishing trips on some of the most beautiful inland rivers in the east such as the New River, Gauley River, and Bluestone River to mention a few. Targeted fish are Musky and Small Mouth Bass.
 Choose from a 4,6 or 8-hour trip and enjoy some of the best fishing and beautiful scenery West Virginia has to offer and get a better understanding why it's called " ALMOST HEAVEN ". Fish from a 2017 G3 1860 CCJ with a Yamaha 115/80 Jet Outboard equipped with the latest electronics or that once in a lifetime Bronzeback or Water Wolf  "MUSKY" and experience the G3 Life. Looking forward to meeting you.

(304)-951-7146
St. Albans, West Virginia

Fishing from: 2017 G3 18 CCJ

G3 tunnel hull technology continues to lead the industry in performance and innovation. The placement of the consoles, far forward of the usual location, provides a quick hole shot, along with weight distribution that trims the boat for shallow draft running. The transom height raises the jet engine above the bottom of the boat, while the tunnel design directs water to the lower unit intake to provide the ultimate in shallow water performance.

View the Gator Tough 18 CCJ (Jet Tunnel Hull).

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Seth Davis Guide

Seth Davis

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Kentucky

Seth Davis born and raised in Hazard, Kentucky lives to catch and help others catch musky. He guides for them 365 days a year in the small streams and rivers of the Kentucky River System. Seth utilizes his 18/60 ccj to traverse the shoals of these streams to locate large muskies that don't get the pressure that most others do. He is one of the founders and owners of River Rat Guide Service. If you are looking for a river adventure he's your man!

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Seth Davis Guide
Seth Davis

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Kentucky

Seth Davis born and raised in Hazard, Kentucky lives to catch and help others catch musky. He guides for them 365 days a year in the small streams and rivers of the Kentucky River System. Seth utilizes his 18/60 ccj to traverse the shoals of these streams to locate large muskies that don't get the pressure that most others do. He is one of the founders and owners of River Rat Guide Service. If your looking for a river adventure hes your man!

Fishing from: 2017 G3 18 CCJ

G3 tunnel hull technology continues to lead the industry in performance and innovation. The placement of the consoles, far forward of the usual location, provides a quick hole shot, along with weight distribution that trims the boat for shallow draft running. The transom height raises the jet engine above the bottom of the boat, while the tunnel design directs water to the lower unit intake to provide the ultimate in shallow water performance.

View the Gator Tough 18 CCJ (Jet Tunnel Hull).

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Bill Fondren

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Sam Rayburn Texas

Uncle Bill Fondren is not just any guide.  He’s family here at G3 Boats and to many people and anglers across the country.  His Tejas Guide Service on Sam Rayburn Lake in East Texas is one of the most popular destinations for the crappie fisherman. Knowledgeable about crappie is an understatement.  Catching numbers of fat crappie is a fact of life when it comes to Uncle Bill.  Fun for the whole family and lodging at his Tiger Creek Lodge features all the creature comforts of home plus lots of good food and storytelling. He also offers some of the best

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Bill Fondren

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Sam Rayburn Texas

Uncle Bill Fondren is not just any guide. He’s family here at G3 Boats and to many people and anglers across the country. His Tejas Guide Service on Sam Rayburn Lake in East Texas is one of the most popular destinations for the crappie fisherman. Knowledgeable about crappie is an understatement. Catching numbers of fat crappie is a fact of life when it comes to Uncle Bill. Fun for the whole family and lodging at his Tiger Creek Lodge features all the creature comforts of home plus lots of good food and storytelling. He also offers some of the best Spring white bass fishing up and down the Sabine and Angelina rivers. Uncle Bill furnishes all the gear and plenty of fun. Whether you casting the shallows in Spring or fishing the hundred or so brush piles he has scattered, you are guaranteed to have a great time and take home plenty of tasty crappie. If you enjoy crappie fishing, having fun and laughing, look no further than fishing with Uncle Bill Fondren. A finer man you’ll not meet and the experience of sharing his boat will be a lasting memory you will surely have and want to repeat as often as possible. Give Bill a call and book your trip for one of the most fun crappie fishing or Spring white bass trip you can ever be on. He would love to have you. You may even get lucky enough to eat some of Ms. Jan’s famous fried chicken!

409-698-3491
Texas

Fishing from: Suncatcher V322 RF

Suncatcher Fishing Pontoon

SunCatcher V322 RF offers both worlds in one great package; plenty of luxury and comfort for cruising but also a well equipped comfortable rear fishing area with built-in rod holders, livewell, measuring board and two swivel fishing chairs.  Perfect for those dedicated anglers in the family.

Request a Quote on a V322 RF | V22 RF.

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Jeff Faulkenberry

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Truman Lake Missouri

Jeff Faulkenberry is a licensed guide with Endless Season Guide Service on Truman Lake in Missouri.  He specializes in crappie, catfish, and white bass throughout the Spring and Summer. Recently Jeff and his Endless Season Guide Service has been voted the number one guide in the state of Missouri. Jeff runs the G3 Sportsman 200 that offers tons of room and comfortable for 4 people whether the catfish or crappie are biting.  Jeff is also a crappie tournament angler and co-hosts the popular weekly outdoor radio show The Missouri Outback” on KDKD 95.3 in Clinton MO. In the Fall

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Jeff Faulkenberry

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Truman Lake Missouri

Jeff Faulkenberry is a licensed guide with Endless Season Guide Service on Truman Lake in Missouri. He specializes in crappie, catfish, and white bass throughout the Spring and Summer. Recently Jeff and his Endless Season Guide Service has been voted the number one guide in the state of Missouri. Jeff runs the G3 Sportsman 200 that offers tons of room and comfortable for 4 people whether the catfish or crappie are biting. Jeff is also a crappie tournament angler and co-hosts the popular weekly outdoor radio show The Missouri Outback” on KDKD 95.3 in Clinton MO. In the Fall and Winter months, Jeff is an accomplished waterfowl guide in and around the Truman lake areas. He is an accomplished caller, dog trainer, and helps with seminars throughout the year for youngsters eager to become involved with the outdoors. Jeff also promotes G3 Boats in numerous Boat and Outdoor Shows across the country. Jeff is a welcome addition to the G3 family and a true G3 Sportsman.

Fishing from: Sportsman 200

G3 Sportsman 200The Sportsman 200 was built for the challenge of finding and landing HUGE fish. The rugged durability of a .125 gauge hull, combined with the smooth riding performance of a 15-degree dead-rise hull design means you can take on big water with confidence.  Make no mistake, the Sportsman 200 is a serious fishing machine made for dedicated anglers fishing for the largest freshwater species.

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Jamie Williams

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | South Carolina

Jamie Williams along with son Blake Williams own the highly successful Jamie K Outdoors since early 2000, a fishing and hunting store in Fort Lawn SC. Both are avid hunters and fishermen who love the outdoors.

Blake graduated high school in spring of 2017 and started full time working with Jamie in the family business. Both Jamie and Blake have been guiding people fishing and hunting for the last few years and fishing tournaments where Blake has won and placed in numerous catfish and bass tournaments.  Fully insured they currently fish the Catawaba river chain and Wateree in South Carolina targeting

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Jamie Williams

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | South Carolina

Jamie Williams along with son Blake Williams own the highly successful Jamie K Outdoors since early 2000, a fishing and hunting store in Fort Lawn SC. Both are avid hunters and fishermen who love the outdoors.

Blake graduated high school in spring of 2017 and started full time working with Jamie in the family business. Both Jamie and Blake have been guiding people fishing and hunting for the last few years and fishing tournaments where Blake has won and placed in numerous catfish and bass tournaments.  Fully insured they currently fish the Catawaba river chain and Wateree in South Carolina targeting catfish and stripers. Blake has also started a company called Backland Outdoors selling logo hats and shirts with the proceeds the going towards taking kids hunting and fishing.

Jamie and Blake are excited to now add a G3 Sportsman 200 to their fishing adventures and will be doing all guiding and tournaments from it. Give Jamie or Blake a call for any question regarding  fishing or Jamie K Outdoors

Fishing from: Sportsman 200

G3 Sportsman 200The Sportsman 200 was built for the challenge of finding and landing HUGE fish. The rugged durability of a .125 gauge hull, combined with the smooth riding performance of a 15-degree dead-rise hull design means you can take on big water with confidence.  Make no mistake, the Sportsman 200 is a serious fishing machine made for dedicated anglers fishing for the largest freshwater species.

Request a Quote on a Sportsman 200 Camo.

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Journey Chau

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Central TX
Born and raised in Kansas and has been fishing for over 24 years. Journey is a true multi-species fisherman and loves fishing for catfish, hybrid bass, striper, white bass, walleye, and crappie, all around the midwest.
He has a passion for
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Journey Chau

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Central TX

Born and raised in Kansas and has been fishing for over 24 years. Journey is a true multi-species fisherman and loves fishing for catfish, hybrid bass, striper, white bass, walleye, and crappie, all around the midwest.
He has a passion for educating and mentoring all levels of anglers from fishing techniques to the proper use of electronics and installations. He also enjoys competing in tournaments whether its local lakes or the distinguished catfish lakes of the southern states.
In part of living the American dream, Journey has proudly incorporated fishing and owning a G3 Sportsman 2100 laid out with the latest of electronic fishing technologies. No matter if it’s 30 minutes to the lake or 13 hours, the G3 is ready to go at all times.
You can follow Journey on all his adventures on his Facebook and Instagram social media pages.

Fishing from: Sportsman 200 DLX

Any serious angler would be proud to own the Sportsman 200 Deluxe. If you chase the dream of catching the larger species, from 100 lb catfish to monster stripers, this is the boat to help you achieve that dream. A 65 gallon livewell that is over 5′ in length, a V-entry hull with 15 degree deadrise provides quick, dry runs. Along with plenty of storage, a heavy duty .125 hull rated for 200 HP, and all of the performance and quality of G3 and Yamaha, the Sportsman 200 DLX gives you the best multi-species features in one great package.

 

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Glenn Flowers

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Florida

Capt. Glenn Flowers, is a licensed and insured USCG Captain who has earned a reputation as one of the nation’s leading Flathead experts. He runs Glenn Flowers Trophy Catfishing Guide Service ( www.Cathunters.net) with over a decade of professional catfishing experience. He runs one of the largest catfish organizations in the world, often reaching over 2 million anglers a week through his networks of websites and social media pages. He’s the owner of Flathead Catfish Hunters, (www.flatheads.us) Americans largest Flathead organization and is the founder and President of C.A.T.S. ( Cathunters Association Of The South) A catfish club that’s sweeping the south like a wild fire. He’s been called a social media guru, his fan pages are by far the largest reaching in the catfish empire. Touching the lives of anglers on a global scale, nothing escapes his reach; from Florida to China his social Media enterprise is worldwide. He’s...Read More

Glenn Flowers

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Florida

Capt. Glenn Flowers, is a licensed and insured USCG Captain who has earned a reputation as one of the nation’s leading Flathead experts. He runs Glenn Flowers Trophy Catfishing Guide Service ( www.Cathunters.net) with over a decade of professional catfishing experience. He runs one of the largest catfish organizations in the world, often reaching over 2 million anglers a week through his networks of websites and social media pages. He’s the owner of Flathead Catfish Hunters, (www.flatheads.us) Americans largest Flathead organization and is the founder and President of C.A.T.S. ( Cathunters Association Of The South) A catfish club that’s sweeping the south like a wild fire. He’s been called a social media guru, his fan pages are by far the largest reaching in the catfish empire. Touching the lives of anglers on a global scale, nothing escapes his reach; from Florida to China his social Media enterprise is worldwide. He’s been featured in countless magazines, TV shows, and radio programs. He runs his guide service in the northern panhandle of Florida for catfish specifically trophy flathead and large quantities of them. On some trips anglers have landed over 400 pounds of flatheads in a single night, earning him a reputation as one of the top flathead guides to fish with. Capt. Glenn Flowers is a G3 Certified Guide and fishes from a 2018 Sportsman 200 DLX powered by a 200 HP Yamaha.

Fishing from: Sportsman 2400

G3 Sportsman 2400

A rugged, yet refined, fishing machine, the Sportsman 2400 stands up to the demands of every angler who competes for a heavyweight catch.  Even a quick look at the basics confirm, the Sportsman 2400 is no ordinary boat; up to 250 max horsepower on a wave-splitting 15 degree dead-rise hull, rugged Tuff Coat™ spray-in liner, 90 gallons of total livewell capacity, and 50 gallon fuel tank add up to serious on-water performance.

View this boat on the G3 Boats website.

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Randy Ford

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Colorado

A licensed and insured Colorado outfitter operates Alpine Fishing Adventures on Dillon Reservoir which sits at 9000 feet elevation and is surrounded by a few of Colorado’s most magnificent mountain ranges. Located with 20 to 45 minutes from the resort towns of Vail, Breckenridge, Keystone and Copper Mountain,  Alpine Fishing Adventures serves many clients who vacation in the area from all parts of the U.S, and around the globe. This brings Randy a wide variety of Clients,but most of them families with kids. Over the last few years, Alpine Fishing Adventures has found its specialty in providing family friendly outings, that people of all ages and most all health situations can enjoy. 

To best serve his variety of customers and fishing methods, Randy operates the 22 foot V322RF to target the Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Kokanee Salmon and Arctic Char in lake Dillon. Randy does a mixture of trolling casting/retrieving, vertical jigging, still fishing, and his clients

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Randy Ford

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Colorado

A licensed and insured Colorado outfitter operates Alpine Fishing Adventures on Dillon Reservoir which sits at 9000 feet elevation and is surrounded by a few of Colorado’s most magnificent mountain ranges. Located with 20 to 45 minutes from the resort towns of Vail, Breckenridge, Keystone and Copper Mountain,  Alpine Fishing Adventures serves many clients who vacation in the area from all parts of the U.S, and around the globe. This brings Randy a wide variety of Clients,but most of them families with kids. Over the last few years, Alpine Fishing Adventures has found its specialty in providing family friendly outings, that people of all ages and most all health situations can enjoy. 

To best serve his variety of customers and fishing methods, Randy operates the 22 foot V322RF to target the Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Kokanee Salmon and Arctic Char in lake Dillon. Randy does a mixture of trolling casting/retrieving, vertical jigging, still fishing, and his clients often fly fish off of his pontoon boat. This boat is ideal for Randy because it is spacious enough to handle the whole family, from Grandma right on down to the newest family addition, as well as accommodate the more avid and advanced fisherman. Randy has his boat rigged with an i-pilot bow mount trolling motor and two down riggers.

Fishing from: Suncatcher V322 RF

Suncatcher Fishing Pontoon

SunCatcher V322 RF offers both worlds in one great package; plenty of luxury and comfort for cruising but also a well equipped comfortable rear fishing area with built-in rod holders, livewell, measuring board and two swivel fishing chairs.  Perfect for those dedicated anglers in the family.

Request a Quote on a V322 RF | V22 RF.

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Pat Harrison

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Illinois/Wisconsin

With over 38 years of fishing experience, Pat Harrison is a licensed and insured captain on the waters of Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.  Catering to anglers of all ages and skill levels, Pat combines a unique educational approach with fishing history and lifelong on the water experience to ensure angling success. One of the most unique opportunities for the angler Pat provides is to fish the Chicago river in the heart of downtown Chicago.  Imagine catching largemouth, smallmouth bass or other species with the skyline of Chicago as a backdrop!  With limited pressure, this fishery is teaming with all types of fish species and more interesting trip you’ll not find. Pat also offers other fishing packages for lakes and rivers in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin guaranteed to fit your needs.  With hundreds of miles of river shorelines and clusters of smaller lakes, Pat has the knowledge to and

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Pat Harrison

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Illinois/Wisconsin

With over 38 years of fishing experience, Pat Harrison is a licensed and insured captain on the waters of Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin. Catering to anglers of all ages and skill levels, Pat combines a unique educational approach with fishing history and lifelong on the water experience to ensure angling success. One of the most unique opportunities for the angler Pat provides is to fish the Chicago river in the heart of downtown Chicago. Imagine catching largemouth, smallmouth bass or other species with the skyline of Chicago as a backdrop! With limited pressure, this fishery is teaming with all types of fish species and more interesting trip you’ll not find. Pat also offers other fishing packages for lakes and rivers in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin guaranteed to fit your needs. With hundreds of miles of river shorelines and clusters of smaller lakes, Pat has the knowledge to and expertise to insure a quality day on the water. Give Pat a call at 847-980-4640 and book your reservation. You’ll not be disappointed.

847-980-4640
Northern Illinois/Wisconsin

Fishing from: G3 Angler V19

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Everyone in the family will find something to like about the Angler V19 SF. The spacious layout includes seven lockable storage compartments, two livewells, and an optional stern flip deck with full bench seat. Switch from fishing to skiing and back again in seconds, the V19 SF is made for pleasing the whole family.

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Rusty Pritchard

Rusty Pritchard

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Oklahoma

Rusty Pritchard owns and operates Pritchards Guide Service on Grand Lake in Northeast Oklahoma.  He specializes in paddlefish and catfish but also offers white bass and crappie.  Rusty also has a very exciting bowfishing service through the Summer months that is extremely popular. Rusty has been seen on many TV shows and his unique paddlefish trips are gaining in popularity drawing anglers from Oregon to Florida to fish with him and pull in a trophy fish. Oklahoma’s Grand Lake is one of the most fertile lakes anywhere in the country.  Producing not only numbers of fish but trophy size as well.  Blue catfish, channel catfish, paddlefish, crappie, white bass, largemouth, you name it Rusty can put you on them. The winter months are prime for paddlefish (or spoonbill as the locals call them).  Rusty offers a couple of different methods but either one is highly productive and most likely you

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Rusty Pritchard
Rusty Pritchard

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Oklahoma

Rusty Pritchard owns and operates Pritchards Guide Service on Grand Lake in Northeast Oklahoma.  He specializes in paddlefish and catfish but also offers white bass and crappie.  Rusty also has a very exciting bowfishing service through the Summer months that is extremely popular. Rusty has been seen on many TV shows and his unique paddlefish trips are gaining in popularity drawing anglers from Oregon to Florida to fish with him and pull in a trophy fish. Oklahoma’s Grand Lake is one of the most fertile lakes anywhere in the country.  Producing not only numbers of fish but trophy size as well.  Blue catfish, channel catfish, paddlefish, crappie, white bass, largemouth, you name it Rusty can put you on them. The winter months are prime for paddlefish (or spoonbill as the locals call them).  Rusty offers a couple of different methods but either one is highly productive and most likely you will catch one of the largest fish you’ll ever reel in. Spring and Summer are excellent for catfish and crappie as well as a nighttime adventure of bow fishing.  Whatever you fancy, Rusty can accommodate in his spacious fine riding G3 Angler V21. If you are looking for something you have never done before or wanting to just catch numbers of fish, give Rusty Pritchard a call.  Nearby Grove Oklahoma has plenty of nice accommodations and eateries along with nightlife entertainment.  He fills up fast so call him now.

Fishing from: G3 Sportsman 2400

G3 Sportsman 2400

A rugged, yet refined, fishing machine, the Sportsman 2400 stands up to the demands of every angler who competes for a heavyweight catch.  Even a quick look at the basics confirm, the Sportsman 2400 is no ordinary boat; up to 250 max horsepower on a wave-splitting 15 degree dead-rise hull, rugged Tuff Coat™ spray-in liner, 90 gallons of total livewell capacity, and 50 gallon fuel tank add up to serious on-water performance.

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Ed Mccormick

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Florida

USCG Certified Captain Ed McCormick has been fishing and hunting Central Florida for over 20 years.  His Florida Bowfishing Charters will take you on a journey to some of the most exciting places most people would ever dare to venture.Captain Ed will snake you through the backwater creeks and flats of Central Florida for some of the best bow fishing in the country. No experience is necessary and all the equipment is available aboard Ed’s roomy G3 Gator Tough 20 CC. Bowfishing is just one of the adventures Captain Ed offers.  There is also the opportunity to hunt alligator and catch shark or you can combo the bow fishing and catch shark.  Whatever your pleasure and how daring you want to be, Florida Bowfishing Charters is geared to get the most out of any adventure you choose.Book your trip to Central Florida and Captain Ed McCormick will furnish the excitement

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Ed Mccormick

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Florida

USCG Certified Captain Ed McCormick has been fishing and hunting Central Florida for over 20 years.  His Florida Bowfishing Charters will take you on a journey to some of the most exciting places most people would ever dare to venture.Captain Ed will snake you through the backwater creeks and flats of Central Florida for some of the best bow fishing in the country. No experience is necessary and all the equipment is available aboard Ed’s roomy G3 Gator Tough 20 CC. Bowfishing is just one of the adventures Captain Ed offers.  There is also the opportunity to hunt alligator and catch shark or you can combo the bow fishing and catch shark.  Whatever your pleasure and how daring you want to be, Florida Bowfishing Charters is geared to get the most out of any adventure you choose.Book your trip to Central Florida and Captain Ed McCormick will furnish the excitement and adrenaline.

Fishing from: G3 Bay 20 DLX Camo

As a sportsman’s boat, this multi-purpose model is sure to become an all-time favorite. Ready for all-season fishing and hunting, the Bay 20 DLX Camo has outstanding performance, rugged construction and an open layout for freedom of movement.
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Richard Yvon

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Maine

Located in Maine, Richard Yvon guides in some of the most beautiful areas in the US.  Primarily fishing landlocked species, Richard can offer the angler a number of different fish and several methods from his spacious G3 boat. Maine’s native wild Brook Trout from lakes formed from glaciers.  Land locked salmon are very fun to catch and certainly one to be added to any anglers bucket list.  Lake trout from the cold waters of glacier filled lakes and scenic back drops are very popular.  Floating the rivers for smallmouth bass on light tackle or fly is an adventure in itself. Richard also offers muskie and pike fishing along with a luxury sporting lodge at his Twin Maples Outdoors. Whether you like or want to try rivers or lakes, Richard can accommodate.  Young in age or of heart, Twin Maples Outdoors can provide half, full or overnight trips specifically for what

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Richard Yvon

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Maine

Located in Maine, Richard Yvon guides in some of the most beautiful areas in the US. Primarily fishing landlocked species, Richard can offer the angler a number of different fish and several methods from his spacious G3 boat. Maine’s native wild Brook Trout from lakes formed from glaciers. Land locked salmon are very fun to catch and certainly one to be added to any anglers bucket list. Lake trout from the cold waters of glacier filled lakes and scenic back drops are very popular. Floating the rivers for smallmouth bass on light tackle or fly is an adventure in itself. Richard also offers muskie and pike fishing along with a luxury sporting lodge at his Twin Maples Outdoors. Whether you like or want to try rivers or lakes, Richard can accommodate. Young in age or of heart, Twin Maples Outdoors can provide half, full or overnight trips specifically for what you would like to do.If you have never been to Maine but always wanted to, here’s your chance. Give Richard a call for more details and get ready to a trip of a lifetime.

Fishing from: G3 Gator Tough 20 CCJ

When you want to scout the shallows…the areas that hold an abundance of untouched fish, you must have the equipment that will get you there….and back. The new Gator Tough 20 Center Console Jet tunnel hull boat from G3 will answer all of your needs and give you the confidence to go where other anglers fear to explore.

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Brad Durick

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | North Dakota

Brad Durick fishes the Red River of the North in near Grand Forks North Dakota.  He is the premier guide in that area and is a licensed Coast Guard Captain who is fully insured.  He is nationally known for his ability to put people on trophy channel catfish.

The Red River is home to some of the finest channel catfishing and not uncommon for fish the weigh over 20 pounds!  At Brad Durick Outdoors LLC, he takes pride in his work and does his best to provide you with Americas finest channel catfishing experience. He takes care of everything you need to have a great time, your job will be to reel in a channel cat of a lifetime and smile for the camera.  Check Brad out on his website and see for yourself all the satisfied customers he has had over the years.  You can also find Brad in publications

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Brad Durick

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | North Dakota

Brad Durick fishes the Red River of the North in near Grand Forks North Dakota.  He is the premier guide in that area and is a licensed Coast Guard Captain who is fully insured.  He is nationally known for his ability to put people on trophy channel catfish.

The Red River is home to some of the finest channel catfishing and not uncommon for fish the weigh over 20 pounds!  At Brad Durick Outdoors LLC, he takes pride in his work and does his best to provide you with Americas finest channel catfishing experience. He takes care of everything you need to have a great time, your job will be to reel in a channel cat of a lifetime and smile for the camera.  Check Brad out on his website and see for yourself all the satisfied customers he has had over the years.  You can also find Brad in publications across the country and may have seen him on several outdoor shows along with his book Cracking the Channel Cat Code. If you always wanted to catch that trophy channel cat you can brag to your friends about, your best opportunity will be on the Red River of the North and Captain Brad Durick.

Fishing from: G3 Gator Tough 20 CC DLX

Gator Tough 20 CC DeluxThe largest of the Gator Tough Deluxe lineup provides the toughness and capacity you need to challenge the big water and big fish. Guides find the 20 Center Console DLX rig perfect for multiple anglers, and families enjoy the security of the deep sides and freedom of movement. G3 deluxe jons are built tough, so you can fish easy!

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Ken Trail

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Virginia

Captain Ken Trail grew up fishing and hunting the woods and waters of Southwest VA. Ken is a licensed Coast Guard Captain and takes his craft and the safety of his clients seriously! Whether it’s pursuing musky or trophy smallmouth, Ken is on the water year around. Ken owns and operates Rock On Charters LLC. and fishes the New and James River. Ken has been in numerous magazines and a couple books for his river musky and smallmouth expertise. Ken has also been featured on the Musky Hunter TV show with Jim Saric. His can-do attitude and relentless approach make him a successful guide. Musky fishing in SW Virginia is almost year around, unlike other parts of the country, and Ken has perfected techniques for every season. Rock On Charters was just voted among the best fishing guides in the state, by VA Living magazine. The scenery of SW Virginia

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Ken Trail

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Virginia

Captain Ken Trail grew up fishing and hunting the woods and waters of Southwest VA. Ken is a licensed Coast Guard Captain and takes his craft and the safety of his clients seriously! Whether it’s pursuing musky or trophy smallmouth, Ken is on the water year around. Ken owns and operates Rock On Charters LLC. and fishes the New and James River. Ken has been in numerous magazines and a couple books for his river musky and smallmouth expertise. Ken has also been featured on the Musky Hunter TV show with Jim Saric. His can-do attitude and relentless approach make him a successful guide. Musky fishing in SW Virginia is almost year around, unlike other parts of the country, and Ken has perfected techniques for every season. Rock On Charters was just voted among the best fishing guides in the state, by VA Living magazine. The scenery of SW Virginia is breathtaking and seeing it from Ken’s spacious G3 boat is a real treat. Come fish the best musky waters in the South with Captain Ken and Rock On Charters! Ken can be reached here- 844-FISHNVA or visit his website at www.rockoncharters.net.

Fishing from: G3 Gator 18 CCJ

G3 tunnel hull technology continues to lead the industry in performance and innovation. The placement of the consoles, far forward of the usual location, provides a quick hole shot, along with weight distribution that trims the boat for shallow draft running. The transom height raises the jet engine above the bottom of the boat, while the tunnel design directs water to the lower unit intake to provide the ultimate in shallow water performance.

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Charlie Gordon

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Colorado
A native of Virginia, Charlie Gordon attended college in Gunnison Colorado and began woking at a local fly shop.  Its was there he became interested in the local waters and began to fish and shortly guide on the East, Taylor, and Gunnison Rivers. Since then he became involved and later started guiding for the World Famous Kelly Galloups Slide Inn in Cameron Montana on the beautiful scenic Madison River. His enthusiasm and good humor was a welcome addition to the staff at Kelly and now is a full-time guide. Theres not a day goes by during the summer months that he can’t wait to head out with clients on the Madison in search of “the one”. Charlies specialties are rainbow and lunker brown trout in Montana but come winter, he heads back home to Virginia where he owns the Buffalo Shoals Guide Service.  There on waters such as the James River he guides for giant
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Charlie Gordon

G3 Sportsman Field Staff | Colorado

A native of Virginia, Charlie Gordon attended college in Gunnison Colorado and began woking at a local fly shop.  Its was there he became interested in the local waters and began to fish and shortly guide on the East, Taylor, and Gunnison Rivers. Since then he became involved and later started guiding for the World Famous Kelly Galloups Slide Inn in Cameron Montana on the beautiful scenic Madison River. His enthusiasm and good humor was a welcome addition to the staff at Kelly and now is a full-time guide. Theres not a day goes by during the summer months that he can’t wait to head out with clients on the Madison in search of “the one”. Charlies specialties are rainbow and lunker brown trout in Montana but come winter, he heads back home to Virginia where he owns the Buffalo Shoals Guide Service.  There on waters such as the James River he guides for giant Musky. So whether you want to try for trophy trout in the pristine rivers of Montana or battle a big musky in Virginia, Charlie Gordon and his G3 Gator Tough Jet boat can accommodate.   He’s fully licensed and insured and is ready to accommodate.
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Fishing from: G3 Gator 18 CCJ

G3 tunnel hull technology continues to lead the industry in performance and innovation. The placement of the consoles, far forward of the usual location, provides a quick hole shot, along with weight distribution that trims the boat for shallow draft running. The transom height raises the jet engine above the bottom of the boat, while the tunnel design directs water to the lower unit intake to provide the ultimate in shallow water performance.

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Jeff Williams

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

Jeff is the founder of Team Catfish and Outdoor Brands in Grove, Oklahoma.  His expertise in catfishing and innovations in terminal tackle for anglers has made him the leading authority in the catfish industry. Being the “catfish guru” on our staff, the shows shot with Jeff over the years has brought the sport to mainstream America and helped make the art of catfishing as popular as ever.

The knowledge Jeff brings to the G3 Boats Team has been a wonderful addition to our family. If you love to fish for catfish, or interested in the sport, Jeff and his Outdoor Brands

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Jeff Williams

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

Jeff is the founder of Team Catfish and Outdoor Brands in Grove, Oklahoma.  His expertise in catfishing and innovations in terminal tackle for anglers has made him the leading authority in the catfish industry. Being the “catfish guru” on our staff, the shows shot with Jeff over the years has brought the sport to mainstream America and helped make the art of catfishing as popular as ever.

The knowledge Jeff brings to the G3 Boats Team has been a wonderful addition to our family. If you love to fish for catfish, or interested in the sport, Jeff and his Outdoor Brands and Team Catfish has all you will need to be successful.

Fishing from: G3 Gator Tough 20CC Bowfish

The wide, deep hulls of these large models are made for transporting large loads of fishermen and gear. Performance is not lost with the extra capacity, as the 20 CC models have 10 degree deadrise hull design, for quick hole shot, a smooth flat ride, and maximum efficiency. More performance with less horsepower. The 20 CC models are the boats that guides and outfitters trust. For those professionals, “Gator Tough” is not just a motto… it’s a way of life.

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Aric Hein

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

For most of us hunting is a passion, for Aric Hein it’s simply his life. Growing up in Northern Missouri on the family farm. Aric took to the fields and woods at an early age, eagerly wanting to learn more about wildlife and how to make their land better for hunting. Putting his degree from the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources to good use, Aric has now helped many farmers and ranchers develop habitat improvements for their land.

To get a better understanding of the game he pursued, Aric soon became an accomplished photographer and videographer

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Aric Hein

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

For most of us hunting is a passion, for Aric Hein it’s simply his life. Growing up in Northern Missouri on the family farm. Aric took to the fields and woods at an early age, eagerly wanting to learn more about wildlife and how to make their land better for hunting. Putting his degree from the University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources to good use, Aric has now helped many farmers and ranchers develop habitat improvements on their land.

To get a better understanding of the game he pursued, Aric soon became an accomplished photographer and videographer by capturing hours of footage during his hunts. He has donated his time and expertise and brings to life, all of our outdoor adventures by running the camera and co-hosting the G3 Sportsman. He is a welcome addition to the family and will teach us all how to become more successful in the field.

Johnny “Dr. Duck” Everhart

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

Known throughout the duck hunting circles as "Dr. Duck".  Johnny Everhart is our waterfowl guru.  For years he owned and operated Everharts Sporting Goods in Clinton, MO and has been an accomplished waterfowler for too many years to count.

Since retirement he spends most of his time at his Wilderness Lodge.  Each year Dr Duck and other outdoor enthusiasts pass on their knowledge of the outdoors with seminars and clinics to youth hunters ranging from duck hunting, turkey, shooting safety, and outdoor regulations.

Along with wife Linda, Johnny and friends host the weekly radio show, The Missouri Outback, keeping Missouri's sportsmen and

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Johnny “Dr. Duck” Everhart

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

Known throughout the duck hunting circles as "Dr. Duck".  Johnny Everhart is our waterfowl guru.  For years he owned and operated Everharts Sporting Goods in Clinton, MO and has been an accomplished waterfowler for too many years to count.

Since retirement he spends most of his time at his Wilderness Lodge.  Each year Dr Duck and other outdoor enthusiasts pass on their knowledge of the outdoors with seminars and clinics to youth hunters ranging from duck hunting, turkey, shooting safety, and outdoor regulations.

Along with wife Linda, Johnny and friends host the weekly radio show, The Missouri Outback, keeping Missouri's sportsmen and women informed about seasons, conditions, rules and regs, new products, and all the latest gossips and doings around the state.

Johnny is a wealth of knowledge and welcome addition to the G3 Sportsman. Duck hunting is always better with the Dr.

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Lonnie Stanley

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

Simply one of the best there is. A legend in the fishing industry, Lonnie fished the B.A.S.S circuit for more than 10 years, a Bassmaster Classic qualifier 5 times, and the 87 Mega Bucks Champion.

He founded Stanley Jigs back in 1980 and is now one of the top producers of fishing baits worldwide. It is our honor to have such great fisherman and an even finer man be a part of our team. He is also no stranger to television, Lonnie co-hosted the popular Sportsman’s Challenge on ESPN for over 18 years.

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Lonnie Stanley

G3 Sportsman Field Staff

Simply one of the best there is. A legend in the fishing industry, Lonnie fished the B.A.S.S circuit for more than 10 years, a Bassmaster Classic qualifier 5 times, and the 87 Mega Bucks Champion.

He founded Stanley Jigs back in 1980 and is now one of the top producers of fishing baits worldwide. It is our honor to have such great fisherman and an even finer man be a part of our team. He is also no stranger to television, Lonnie co-hosted the popular Sportsman’s Challenge on ESPN for over 18 years.