Our partners
We’re lucky to have partners who regularly use Battle Creek Baits. Learn more about them below!
Greenwood lake guide service & LAKE hopatcong GUIDE SERVICE
Established in 2019, Greenwood Lake Guide Service and Lake Hopatcong Guide Service is the largest freshwater fishing operation in the region - operating full time guide services on the two premier fisheries in the area, Greenwood Lake and Lake Hopatcong. Led by full-time guide and founder, Aaron Graybill, their hand-picked guide-staff is loaded with talent, passion, and good times.
Aaron and his team have partnered with us to create a custom line of soft-plastic baits that are Battle Tested and Guide Approved!
Learn more about Aaron and his team below.
Aaron Graybill
Though he never realized it, Aaron has been training for this position ever since he first fell in love with fishing while still in diapers. Fishing is Aaron's true passion in life and it has never wavered throughout his entire life.
His journey as a full-time guide began in 2019 when he founded Lake Hopatcong Guide Service. In Fall of 2023, Aaron and his team expanded and founded Greenwood Lake Guide Service. What started with a boat and a dream has now evolved into two seperate guide services on the two premier fisheries in our region, a hand-picked team of guides on both lakes, multiple boats on each, youth fishing camps, our own line of Battle Creek Baits, a successful fly fishing division, a Professional bass guide, a true Musky guide, and our bread and butter "Multi-Species" trips. Today, Lake Hopatcong Guide Service and Greenwood Lake Guide Service make up the largest freshwater fishing operation in the region. He is also a proud family man with two amazing children, River and Brooke!
Kevin Cool
Kevin Cool, Aaron's business partner and fellow die-hard fisherman, was the first person brought into the LHGS family when the business expanded. Since then, Kevin has played a major role in the success of Lake Hopatcong Guide Service. Since beginning his guide career in 2021, Kevin has firmly established himself as one of the most well-respected fisherman on Lake Hopatcong and surrounding region. His tireless work ethic, creativity as a fisherman, and uncanny instincts on the water are what sets Kevin apart. Kevin also owns Lake Hopatcong's all-time lake record for hybrid striped bass! The fish (pictured above) was a 12 lbs 4 behemoth.
In addition to being an awesome fishermen, he is an incredible person and truly passionate about sharing his love for fishing with everyone around him. His personality, love of what we do, and genuine nature has made him an incredible guide who has gives everyone in his presence a great fishing experience every time they leave the dock.
Daniel Goykhman
Dan Goykhman is a highly skilled and accomplished professional bass angler. With two decades of fishing experience, he has established himself as a serious competitor in numerous tournaments and events. Dan is known for his tenacity and persistence, which has helped him secure high placements in competitive events. His passion for bass fishing has led him to become a respected figure in the angling community, and his knowledge and skills continue to inspire and influence anglers of all levels.
12th BFL Angler of the Year Standings in Northeast Division - 2021
3rd Reynolds Boats Northern Bass Tournament Trail / Tournament of Champions - 2022
8th Reynolds Boats Northern Bass Tournament Trail / Team of the Year - 2022
13th BFL St. Lawrence River 2 day Super Tournament - 2021
15th BFL Lake Champlain - 2021
21st BFL Upper Chesapeake Bay (Flats) - 2021
60th AOY Standings MLF Toyota Series Northern Division - 2022
Max Hughen
My name is Max Hughen, and I’m a 16-year-old competitive fisherman from New Jersey. For the past three years, I’ve proudly represented the state of NJ in both the Junior and High School National Championships, where I’ve had the incredible opportunity to fish alongside the sons of well-known anglers, Mike Iaconelli and Pete Gluzek. In addition to these prestigious national tournaments, I’ve also secured two state championship titles and a 2nd place finish, showcasing my dedication and skill in the sport.
While bass fishing is my primary focus, I’m truly a passionate multi-species angler. I love the thrill of fishing for crappie, trout, salmon, and virtually any species that I can pursue. Whether I’m casting my line in some of the best lakes in the country or navigating a bustling river, the excitement of the catch drives me. Fishing isn’t just a hobby for me; it’s a way of life that connects me to nature and challenges me to continuously improve my techniques in the sport and the battlecreekbaits products have greatly assisted my journey to get there and being in charge of most the bass line of baits all the baits are hand picked favorites to give anglers the edge over competition or just to put fish in the boat on a regular day out.