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Village Angler Bass Fishing Guide Service

Capt. Al Laman
Capt. Al Laman

Captain Al Laman is VillageAngler.com's Senior Bass Fishing Charter Captain with over 40+ years experience fishing and guiding on Florida's lakes and rivers.

Captain Al Laman grew up on the western shores of Ohio's Lake Erie, where he developed and cultured his love for bass fishing. Al completed college and served four years in the U.S Naval Submarine service prior to moving to Central Florida.

Al spent his first 5 years job shadowing biologists working for the State of Florida's Freshwater Fish and Game Commission. The hands-on-knowledge gained was priceless, as it enabled Al to develop an uncanny ability to understand the underwater perceptions of a body of water, as would have been seen thru a fish's eye!!

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Captain Al Laman's Resume

Captain Al Laman's Resume
1. 200+ money finishes at local, state, national, and international (Japan) levels.
1st Place 1984 Bass-N-Buddy Florida State Team Championship – Winter Haven Chain of Lakes.
1st Place 1986 Florida Invitational Team Championship – Harris Chain of Lakes.
5th Place 1987 B.A.S.S National Megabucks Tournament – Harris Chain of Lakes.
2nd Place 1991 World Bass Society Open Tournament – Lake Kasumigaru, Japan.
1st Place 2001 Southern Pro Bass Team Trail Classic – Lake Seminole, Georgia.
2. Owner and operator of "Oriental Express Bass Fishing Guide Service" in Osaka and Tokyo, Japan.
3. Co-developer and distributor of the "Wiggy" Fishing Lure, manufactured by Smith LTD, Japan.
4. Currently seeking personal best: 540th largemouth bass over 10 pounds using artificial lures.
5. Featured on multiple magazine covers: Field and Stream (May 1988), Fishing (1989), Texas Fisherman (Feb 1990). Contributor and subject of numerous articles, videos, and seminars. Made a cameo in the 2008 TV movie "Bait Shack" with Bill Engvall and Billy Ray Cyrus.
6. 40+ years of guiding experience on Florida lakes and rivers. Holds a 100-ton Captain's License since 1997. Guided thousands of anglers from beginners to pros. His advice: "Go often, go early, and stay late. A safe trip ensures the fishing will take care of itself."

Bass Fishing Charter Packages

Each charter package is designed to provide the best fishing experience tailored to your preferences. Our advertized rates are based on parties of one or two guests.

All charters include a professionally-liscensed and certified guide captain, fishing gear, and safety equipment. As for the fishing, it always takes care of itself.

For more information on our fishing charters please visit our Charter Details page.

Please contact us to book your next fishing trip. You may reserve a charter by giving us a call at (352) 315-0054 (8am - 9pm EST). You can also contact us anytime with your questions using our contact form, or send us an e-mail.

  • 4 Hour
  • 4-Hour Charter!
  • $325.00USD
  • Half-Day economy charter, designed for the angler on a tight recreational budget.
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  • 6 Hour
  • 6-Hour Charter!
  • $350.00USD
  • This Extended Half-Day is our most requested charter.
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  • 8 Hour
  • 8-Hour Charter!
  • $450.00USD
  • It's our "Bring your lunch tour", designed for the die-hard, ardent angler.
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You can request a charter or ask questions using this contact form, or send us an e-mail.

You can also reserve a charter by giving us a call at (352) 315-0044 (8am - 9pm EST).

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