Blasttocast Fishing Guide Service

South Padre Island, Texas
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Snook Fishing in South Padre Island, Texas

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A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Michael Knox

Certified Damn Good Guide
A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
Independent Guide 19 years of exp.
Talkative
Intense
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Adventurous
Quality
Captain Mike is a versatile fishing and hunting guide who offers outdoor enthusiasts the chance to experience the diverse natural wonders of the Gulf Coast. With extensive knowledge of the local fisheries and hunting grounds, he specializes in providing unforgettable angling and hunting experiences. Whether you're casting your line for redfish and speckled trout in the bay or pursuing waterfowl in the coastal marshes, Captain Mike's local expertise ensures every outing is a thrilling and successful adventure amidst the scenic beauty of South Padre Island, Texas.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Michael Knox

Michael Knox

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide 19 years of exp.
Captain Mike is a versatile fishing and hunting guide who offers outdoor enthusiasts the chance to experience the diverse natural wonders of the Gulf Coast. With extensive knowledge of the local fisheries and hunting grounds, he specializes in providing unforgettable angling and hunting experiences. Whether you're casting your line for redfish and speckled trout in the bay or pursuing waterfowl in the coastal marshes, Captain Mike's local expertise ensures every outing is a thrilling and successful adventure amidst the scenic beauty of South Padre Island, Texas.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
42 inch redfish and 31 inch speckled trout
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Grill some steaks or salmon
Whats your favorite band?
Van Hallen
Whats your favorite movie?
Saving Private Ryan

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
42 inch redfish and 31 inch speckled trout
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Grill some steaks or salmon
Whats your favorite band?
Van Hallen
Whats your favorite movie?
Saving Private Ryan
Whats your favorite sports team?
N. A.
Whats your drink of choice?
Ice Tea or Ranch Water if adult beverage is acceptable
What was your last halloween costume?
A Hippie
What do you want for Christmas this year?
My Daughter to get a big buck
How did you get started guiding?
I just fell into the love or addiction of fishing the Lower Laguna Madre. Friends kept telling me to get my guide license. So, I put in the hours on the water and went for it. The guiding just took off, and now I’ve got 18 years into it.
What makes you different from other guides?
Years of experience and a strong desire to put my clients on fish. I have many clients that have been fishing with me for years. Memories that keep on coming and growing.
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Blasttocast Fishing Guide Service Trips

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in South Padre Island

Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

100% (10) Guided by Mike
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $525
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Duck Hunting in South Padre Island

Bay Duck Hunting Trip

100% (10) Guided by Mike
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

Fun Family Fishing At SPI

100% (10) Guided by Mike
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $525
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Duck Hunting in South Padre Island

Laguna Madre South Padre Duck Hunt

100% (10) Guided by Mike
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

Triple Delight - 3 Person Bay Trip

100% (10) Guided by Mike
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $525
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing in South Padre Island

Private Snook Fishing Trip

100% (10) Guided by Mike
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $575

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Recent Reviews of Blasttocast Fishing Guide Service

4.9
based on 10 reviews

Richard

Verified Review

Great duck hunt, plenty of ducks . Enjoyed the hunt with Mike put me on the ducks. Unfortunately was busy enjoying the hunt with Mike and didn't take any pictures. I will be back for another duck hunt.

Richard

Verified Review

Great duck hunt, plenty of ducks . Enjoyed the hunt with Mike put me on the ducks. Unfortunately was busy enjoying the hunt with Mike and didn't take any pictures. I will be back for another duck hunt.
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Response from Mike:
Richard, Thank you… I’ll see you again in January. I’ll look forward to it. Thanks again…

Response from Mike:

Richard, Thank you… I’ll see you again in January. I’ll look forward to it. Thanks again…
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Rick

Verified Review

Mike knew the bay very well and did his best to put us on fish. I only had two issues with the trip. It might just be his personality, but I found him to be condescending when I asked questions. I also think he fishes too much. It was like we paid to take him fishing.

Rick

Verified Review

Mike knew the bay very well and did his best to put us on fish. I only had two issues with the trip. It might just be his personality, but I found him to be condescending when I asked questions. I also think he fishes too much. It was like we paid to take him fishing.
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Response from Mike:
Thank you for the business and I wish you and your family the best. May your fishing enthusiasm lead you onto your next fishing adventure…Tight Lines…

Response from Mike:

Thank you for the business and I wish you and your family the best. May your fishing enthusiasm lead you onto your next fishing adventure…Tight Lines…
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Justin

Verified Review

Great trip we went on an adventure first thing to try something new and caught several fish then finished in the bay and caught a limit of trout
Great experience, Mike was very patient and even gave me a ride back to my hotel

Justin

Verified Review

Great trip we went on an adventure first thing to try something new and caught several fish then finished in the bay and caught a limit of trout
Great experience, Mike was very patient and even gave me a ride back to my hotel
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Response from Mike:
It was an adventure… enjoyed your company and conversation. Hope we can try it again in the future. Thank you…

Response from Mike:

It was an adventure… enjoyed your company and conversation. Hope we can try it again in the future. Thank you…
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Jesus

Verified Review

Had a good time, caught some good fish,would definitely recommend,and do it again.Captain Mike, thanks 👍👍

Jesus

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Had a good time, caught some good fish,would definitely recommend,and do it again.Captain Mike, thanks 👍👍
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Response from Mike:
Jesus, nice to meet and fish with you. Hopefully we can get you guys out there again. Thank you!

Response from Mike:

Jesus, nice to meet and fish with you. Hopefully we can get you guys out there again. Thank you!
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Joshua

Verified Review

What an outstanding time that we had with Captain Mike. This was our very first time boat fishing and we had done so at the request of my son for his 17th birthday. Captain Mike was incredibly accommodating, very easy to communicate with and more importantly knowledgeable when it comes to fishing. He was incredibly patient, taught each person in our group of four how to properly cast and really made sure that we had...

Joshua

Verified Review

What an outstanding time that we had with Captain Mike. This was our very first time boat fishing and we had done so at the request of my son for his 17th birthday. Captain Mike was incredibly accommodating, very easy to communicate with and more importantly knowledgeable when it comes to fishing. He was incredibly patient, taught each person in our group of four how to properly cast and really made sure that we had a good time (and also made sure we caught our limit, I have no doubt he would have stayed out there all day to make it happen.) I'm new at this but I am sure this is the type of experience you hope for with this sort of activity. Book this gut y'all. I PROMISE you that you will not be disappointed. Thanks again Captain Mike for a memorable experience!!!!!
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Response from Mike:
Thank you for the review. Hopefully we can do it again sometime. My pleasure fishing with you.

Response from Mike:

Thank you for the review. Hopefully we can do it again sometime. My pleasure fishing with you.
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Carson

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Excellent time with Captain Mike, a professional from start to finish, great with kids and inexperienced anglers.

Carson

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Excellent time with Captain Mike, a professional from start to finish, great with kids and inexperienced anglers.
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Response from Mike:
Carson, Thank you. That was a fun fishing trip. I hope our paths cross again and we do some more catching.

Response from Mike:

Carson, Thank you. That was a fun fishing trip. I hope our paths cross again and we do some more catching.
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Scott

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Mike was an awesome captain had a blast he was very knowledgeable and helpful definitely come back and go with him again 😂😂😂🎣🎣🎣

Scott

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Mike was an awesome captain had a blast he was very knowledgeable and helpful definitely come back and go with him again 😂😂😂🎣🎣🎣
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Response from Mike:
Thank you for the review and hope we can do it again in the future.

Response from Mike:

Thank you for the review and hope we can do it again in the future.
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David

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My nephew and I went out with Captain Mike on Jan 27th, 2024. Captain Mike was very approachable and personable with his introduction. He set up some rigs before we left the pier which only took a few minutes. His boat is a very comfortable and nicely setup. When we arrived at the fishing location Captain Mike was very informative on what to do and how to do it. He is very patient and informative....

David

Verified Review

My nephew and I went out with Captain Mike on Jan 27th, 2024. Captain Mike was very approachable and personable with his introduction. He set up some rigs before we left the pier which only took a few minutes. His boat is a very comfortable and nicely setup. When we arrived at the fishing location Captain Mike was very informative on what to do and how to do it. He is very patient and informative. We set up a 5-hour trip but had our limits of Red Drum and Speckled Trout in only 3 hours of fishing time. He knew exactly where to go and what to do. When we arrived back at the pier there was a very kind gentleman waiting to clean our fish for us. He will clean them any you want them. I give Captain Mike a solid 5-star review and I will return to fish with him again in the future. THANK YOU, CAPTAIN MIKE, for a fantastic time.
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Response from Mike:
David, always a pleasure fishing with you. Thank you and see you next time.

Response from Mike:

David, always a pleasure fishing with you. Thank you and see you next time.
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Jason

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During our trip, Captain Mike consistently put us on fish in multiple situations despite what I would consider fairly difficult weather conditions. He did a great job with my 12-year old son, who happily landed his first ever slot red, along with several other nice trout and redfish. We would definitely love to fish with Captain Mike again!

Jason

Verified Review

During our trip, Captain Mike consistently put us on fish in multiple situations despite what I would consider fairly difficult weather conditions. He did a great job with my 12-year old son, who happily landed his first ever slot red, along with several other nice trout and redfish. We would definitely love to fish with Captain Mike again!
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Response from Mike:
That was a fun trip. Thank you for the kind words and see y’all next time.

Response from Mike:

That was a fun trip. Thank you for the kind words and see y’all next time.
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Jubel

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Great time with Captain Mike. We went out on a very windy day so the fishing was a little rough but Captain Mike worked hard to get us on the fish.

Jubel

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Great time with Captain Mike. We went out on a very windy day so the fishing was a little rough but Captain Mike worked hard to get us on the fish.
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Response from Mike:
🙏 Thank you. Let’s go fishing again in the future.

Response from Mike:

🙏 Thank you. Let’s go fishing again in the future.
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Black Drum
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Black Duck
Great
Great
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
Blue-Winged Teal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Good
Bluebill
Great
Great
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
Bufflehead
Great
Great
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
Canvasback
Great
Great
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
Flounder
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Gadwall
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Good
Green-Winged Teal
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Great
Great
Good
Good
Mottled Duck
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Good
Northern Pintail
Great
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Great
Great
Northern Shoveler
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Good
Redfish
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Redhead
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Good
Sheepshead
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Snook
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Speckled Trout
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Tripletail
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Wigeon
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Great
Good
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Calling
Cut Bait Fishing
Decoy Hunting
Drift Fishing
Hunting from a Blind
Hunting With Dogs
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Shotgun Hunting
Sight Casting
Topwater Fishing

Types of Trip

Duck
Flats
Inshore
Jetty

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Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
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Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
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Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
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Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
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Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
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Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
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South Padre Island, Texas
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
May 2nd, 2023
South Padre Island, Texas
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
May 2nd, 2023
South Padre Island, Texas
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
May 2nd, 2023
South Padre Island, Texas
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip
May 2nd, 2023
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