Thanks for choosing Smallmouth Adventures guide service! Exciting fishing action paired with beautiful Lake Ontario and St. Lawrence river scenery is what you will enjoy on your professionally guided New York fishing trip with your United States Coast Guard licensed Captain Glenn Van Hoesen.
Meet Your Guide: Glenn Van Hoesen
Owner of Smallmouth Adventures | Chaumont Bay, NY
My name is Glenn Van Hoesen, and I’ve spent my entire life on the water—but it wasn’t until a life-altering chapter during my military service that I truly found my calling in Smallmouth fishing.
After sustaining serious injuries while serving—including a shattered leg, spinal disc damage, and a traumatic brain injury—I faced a long road of recovery. During that time, my commanding officer allowed me to live off-post to focus on healing. I moved into a small cottage on legendary Toledo Bend, and that’s where I discovered tournament fishing—and a new passion that helped rebuild both body and spirit.
After completing rehab, I returned to my hometown in New York and never looked back. I’ve been fishing the waters of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River for over 15 years, and for me, it’s all about the Smallmouth. From May until the ice sets in each November, I dedicate every possible moment to tracking these incredible fish.
Now, I’m proud to guide others on unforgettable adventures chasing some of the best Smallmouth bass in the country—sharing not just my knowledge, but a deep appreciation for every cast, every fight, and every moment on the water.
Whether you’re chasing your personal best or just looking for a day of fun on the lake with family or friends—I’m ready to help you make it happen.
What We Provide
Equipment: Rods and Reels – Temple Fork Outfitters, Lew’s Fishing
Rods and reels will be provided for your trip. We firmly believe that tackle and equipment should never be the reason for a less than stellar day on the water, and through years of experience, we only use Temple fork outfitters rods, and pair them with Lews fishing reels. We have technique-specific rods to handle the multitude of presentations that make us successful with customers. We pride ourselves on providing top-notch quality tackle and gear for my customers. The equipment will also be in clean, top working condition to allow you to be at your best when hooking and fighting that trophy fish.
Even though we always plan on providing the tackle, some customers prefer their own gear, which is perfectly fine. Please don’t hesitate to contact me about which setups will be appropriate for your trip.
THE BOAT
We run all trips out of a Triton 21 TRX powered by a 250hp Mercury Pro XS 4 stroke. With a roomy platform from which to fish, the boat is equipped with all the tools to help us be successful on the water. This boat is equipped with 5 GPS/Sonar units as well as 2 Lowrance Active targets FFS units. Lithium Batteries, and live turret. and Fully Equipped with ALL USCG Safety equipment.
Every trip is fully equipped with premium gear to ensure you the best experience possible!
PARTNERSHIPS
We pride ourselves in partnering with the right companies to provide you with the best products available and ensures a successful trip.
