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David Rappelet

David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 3 years ago

Fishing has been great on the bite during mid and ending of tides. Keepers other than black drum have been a hit or miss. The schooling size reds are plentiful. Small trout running the shallows, larger trout are staying deep still along the channel. Fish have been hitting live and...
David Rappelet
David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 3 years ago
Fishing has been great on the bite during mid and ending of tides. Keepers other than black drum have been a hit or miss. The schooling size reds are plentiful. Small trout running the shallows, larger trout are staying deep still along the channel. Fish have been hitting live and dead shrimp and mid water plastics
Black Drum, Redfish Fishing in Houston, Texas
Black Drum, Redfish Fishing in Houston, Texas
Black Drum, Redfish Fishing in Houston, Texas
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David Rappelet

David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 3 years ago

First kayak trip of the year. Client wanted to understand the area and where to fish. A successful trip with a few keepers.
David Rappelet
David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 3 years ago
First kayak trip of the year. Client wanted to understand the area and where to fish. A successful trip with a few keepers.
Fishing in Houston, Texas
Fishing in Houston, Texas
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David Rappelet

David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 3 years ago

A return 3 generation family trip and this kid out fished them all!! He had mad skills caught the first fish of the day, the biggest fish, and the most. These men were proud and ready to book again.
David Rappelet
David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 3 years ago
A return 3 generation family trip and this kid out fished them all!! He had mad skills caught the first fish of the day, the biggest fish, and the most. These men were proud and ready to book again.
Black Drum Fishing in Houston, Texas
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David Rappelet

David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 3 years ago

Plenty of fish to be caught. The red fish run has started early this year. A lot of bull reds running our area.
David Rappelet
David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 3 years ago
Plenty of fish to be caught. The red fish run has started early this year. A lot of bull reds running our area.
Black Drum, Redfish, Sheepshead Fishing in Houston, Texas
Black Drum, Redfish, Sheepshead Fishing in Houston, Texas
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David Rappelet

David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 3 years ago

First two boat trip on the books. Found the fish and limited out in 2hours. All reds were over sized couldnt catch a slot this trip but my return client finally got his red this trip.
David Rappelet
David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 3 years ago
First two boat trip on the books. Found the fish and limited out in 2hours. All reds were over sized couldnt catch a slot this trip but my return client finally got his red this trip.
Redfish, Sheepshead Fishing in Houston, Texas
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David Rappelet

David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 3 years ago

Well these kids wanted to catch fish as big as them so I made it happen.
David Rappelet
David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 3 years ago
Well these kids wanted to catch fish as big as them so I made it happen.
Black Drum Fishing in Houston, Texas
Black Drum Fishing in Houston, Texas
Black Drum Fishing in Houston, Texas
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David Rappelet

David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 3 years ago

Opening day of duck season ended in a limits of duck and fish!!
David Rappelet
David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 3 years ago
Opening day of duck season ended in a limits of duck and fish!!
Black Drum, Black Duck Fishing in Houston, Texas
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David Rappelet

David Rappelet
Livingston, Texas
Reported: 3 years ago

This afternoon fishing trip was amazing. These clients didn't want to stop fishing.
David Rappelet
David Rappelet Livingston, Texas Reported: 3 years ago
This afternoon fishing trip was amazing. These clients didn't want to stop fishing.
Black Drum, Redfish Fishing in Houston, Texas
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    Ric L. | June 17, 2025

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    Very satisfied with the trip we did with Mark. He was very knowledge and worked hard to get us in the fish. Very personable with a great attitude, and the supplied gear worked great. Would not hesitate to book with him again!!!

    Jason H. | November 29, 2023

    Trip: 4-Hour Bowfishing Trip

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    Mark is the outfitter every serious bowfisher wants. He won’t quit until he puts you on fish. Very very knowledgeable and a trip that we will never forget! We will be back!

    Kale G. | April 16, 2023

    Trip: Trophy Alligator Gar Bowfishing

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