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Capt Jared Van Groningen 
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Capt Jared Van Groningen is a Northern California bass fishing guide based out of the Stockton area, specializing in the California Delta, Pardee Reservoir, Tulloch Lake, and other premier local waters for largemouth and other bass species
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Who is Capt Jared Van Groningen?
Capt Jared Van Groningen is a lifelong Northern California angler from Manteca who transitioned from striped bass and trout fishing to specializing in bass, now guiding full-time on key California fisheries.
What areas does he primarily guide in California?
He focuses on the California Delta, Pardee Reservoir, Tulloch Lake, and other Motherlode lakes, offering trips from Stockton and surrounding launch points.
When is the best time to fish Capt Jared Van Groningen?
Spring and fall are typically the most productive, with early morning and late afternoon bites. Weather and water temps matter—check recent reports for current conditions.
Do I need a fishing license for Capt Jared Van Groningen?
A valid state fishing license is required in most cases. Check your state wildlife agency for the latest rules and license options before you go.
Are guided trips available at Capt Jared Van Groningen?
Yes—local guides are available and can simplify planning, tackle, and seasonal patterns. Browse our guide listings to compare availability and trip styles.
Captain Bio
Jared was born and raised in Manteca, California, and started fishing with his uncle at an early age. Starting with striped bass and slowly transitioning to trout and then finally falling in love with bass fishing. After purchasing his first boat at 18, Jared spent all his free time fishing and honing his skills on the California Delta and the Motherlode lakes. Jared is located in between the meca of fishing San Francisco, Sacramento, and Stockton; he started fishing at local and regional tournaments and found great success, and gained lots of knowledge in new techniques and fishing strategies. These skills will help ensure anyone on the boat has a great day of fishing.
As a young angler, Jared enjoys having fun and making sure everyone on the boat with him has an enjoyable day. Whether you are new to the sport, a seasoned pro, or something in between, you will have a fun and exciting trip.
Enjoy the latest and greatest technology on a 2020 Skeeter FXR20L with a Yamaha 250 SHO motor. This boat and motor combination is the comfiest and best-looking boat on the lake. The boat is fully loaded with 4 graphs including live scope. We can get you dialed in on reading and using graphs to help improve your chances of locating fish. There are plenty of seats and places to relax on the boat as well. We can load down the boats built in an ice chest for those hot summer days.
Book a trip today with Capt Jared for an unforgettable day on the lake with friends and family. Never taken a fishing charter, read these pros and cons and these amazing reviews to see what we mean. You can contact Capt Jared directly with any questions you may have below!
Amenities
- Boat Specs: 21+ ft
- Boat Capacity: 4 People
- All Fishing Equipment
- Boat & Fuel
- Fishing Chairs
- GPS & Fishfinder
- Cooler, Ice, Bottled Water
