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Douglas Dunkin

Independent Guide 39 years of exp.
Laid-back
Instructional
Quality
Captain Douglas will put all of his 40+ years of experience to work to provide you with a fantastic South Padre fishing charter experience. Fishing the Laguna Madre surround South Padre Island since the early '70's with his grandfather, Captain Douglas continues to run charter fishing trips throughout his entire adult life. He does it day after day because of his love for teaching others how to fish for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder and more.

Captain Douglas uses live bait or artificial lures depending on clients and what the fish are responding to best.

Captain Douglas welcomes anglers of all ages and skill levels. His outgoing and friendly personality keeps kids excited to fish, and Captain Douglas lives to net a new angler's first ever catch!

For those more experienced anglers, Captain Douglas is happy to share tips and tricks he's picked up of his 40+ years fishing the Laguna Madre.

Captain Douglas runs a brand new 22’ Dargle center console. This spacious boat comes powered by a single 200 HP Suzuki engine and can cruise at up to 32...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Douglas Dunkin

Douglas Dunkin

Independent Guide 39 years of exp.
Captain Douglas will put all of his 40+ years of experience to work to provide you with a fantastic South Padre fishing charter experience. Fishing the Laguna Madre surround South Padre Island since the early '70's with his grandfather, Captain Douglas continues to run charter fishing trips throughout his entire adult life. He does it day after day because of his love for teaching others how to fish for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder and more.

Captain Douglas uses live bait or artificial lures depending on clients and what the fish are responding to best.

Captain Douglas welcomes anglers of all ages and skill levels. His outgoing and friendly personality keeps kids excited to fish, and Captain Douglas lives to net a new angler's first ever catch!

For those more experienced anglers, Captain Douglas is happy to share tips and tricks he's picked up of his 40+ years fishing the Laguna Madre.

Captain Douglas runs a brand new 22’ Dargle center console. This spacious boat comes powered by a single 200 HP Suzuki engine and can cruise at up to 32
knots. The boat can host up to 5 anglers to fish in comfort and style. Outfitted with a GPS, a fishfinder, a wireless trolling motor, and a livewell, you're all set for a great day on the water.

You'll be fishing Captain Douglas' favorite inshore, flats, backcountry, and nearshore spots while trolling, jigging, and throwing light tackle for Tarpon, Sheepshead, Flounder, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, and Kingfish.

All trips include rods, tackle, reels, bait, lures, and complimentary fish cleaning. Don't forget a valid Texas saltwater fishing license for each angler, bring something to eat and drink, and come ready to fish!

Fill in date, party size, trip duration, and start time above to book and get out there with Captain Douglas of South Padre Island and Captain Experiences!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
850 pound black marlin New Zealand
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Mangrove snapper and bacon wrapped Whitewing breast
What’s your favorite band?
Zz top
What’s your favorite movie?
Lonesome Dove

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
850 pound black marlin New Zealand
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Mangrove snapper and bacon wrapped Whitewing breast
What’s your favorite band?
Zz top
What’s your favorite movie?
Lonesome Dove
What’s your favorite sports team?
Texas aggies football
What’s your drink of choice?
Rum and coke
What was your last halloween costume?
Inmate
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Better stock market
How did you get started guiding?
Taking customers for my fathers business early 80’s
What makes you different from other guides?
I’m not tied to time if it is slow I will put in extra time. Knowledge,
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Philip

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Excellent trip!!

Philip

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Excellent trip!!
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Response from Douglas:
To much fun best 4 year olds of the year . Very proud of those boys and congratulations on your 28 inch snook

Response from Douglas:

To much fun best 4 year olds of the year . Very proud of those boys and congratulations on your 28 inch snook
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Potential Target Species

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Drift Fishing
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Trolling

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