Fin Tastic Coastal Charters Inc

Matagorda, Texas
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release

About Your Guide

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Stan Sloan

Independent Guide 39 years of exp.
With more than 35 years of fishing experience on the Texas Coastal bay system, Captain Stan has the knowledge of the Matagorda Bay Complex to insure that you have a successful and exciting fishing trip on the waters of East or West Matagorda Bays.

Captain Stan prefers catching fish on artificial bait, and wade fishing for big Speckled Trout (winter and early spring),but he is also happy to drift fish from the boat using live shrimp.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Stan Sloan

Stan Sloan

Independent Guide 39 years of exp.
With more than 35 years of fishing experience on the Texas Coastal bay system, Captain Stan has the knowledge of the Matagorda Bay Complex to insure that you have a successful and exciting fishing trip on the waters of East or West Matagorda Bays.

Captain Stan prefers catching fish on artificial bait, and wade fishing for big Speckled Trout (winter and early spring),but he is also happy to drift fish from the boat using live shrimp.
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Matagorda Bay Catch And Release

100% (1) 1 - 4 People 5 - 8 Hours From $550
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Captain Stan knows exactly where to go to find those trophy-sized fish! He has 15+ years of experience as a professional guide and 35+ in the Texas Coastal Bay system - listen closely and you’ll be reelin’ in the big dawgs in no time. Captain Stan will tailor your trip any way you choose! He provides inshore fishing in both Matagorda Bay and the Middle Texas Coast. He’ll take you to the flats where you...

About Your Trip

Captain Stan knows exactly where to go to find those trophy-sized fish! He has 15+ years of experience as a professional guide and 35+ in the Texas Coastal Bay system - listen closely and you’ll be reelin’ in the big dawgs in no time.

Captain Stan will tailor your trip any way you choose! He provides inshore fishing in both Matagorda Bay and the Middle Texas Coast. He’ll take you to the flats where you
can wade fish or fish from the boat. You can also drift or anchor in the back lakes for Redfish.

Expect to target Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout / Spotted Seatrout, Tripletail on these 5-hour (half-day) and 8-hour (full day) adventures. You’ll be fishing on Captain Stan’s 24’ Tran Sport Cat Boats center console. This vessel can accommodate up to 4 anglers. These trips are family-friendly as well. Captain Stan loves teaching the little ones about the species that call Matagorda Bay home.

You’ll need to bring a Texas Saltwater Fishing License. Captain Stan will provide all rods (not furnished for wade fishing), reels, and tackle. You can bring food and drinks, but you may also request lunch, snacks, and/or drinks to be provided for an additional fee. You can also purchase live bait for an extra cost.

Just sit back, relax, and enjoy some quality fishing on the beautiful Texas Gulf Coast with Captain Stan!
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

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About Your Boat

Boat photo for Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Tran Sport Cat 240 SVTBoats
Boat Length
24'
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Tran Sport Cat 240 SVTBoats
Boat Length
24'
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
300
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box
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Recent Reviews of Fin Tastic Coastal Charters Inc

5.0
based on 1 review

Don

Verified Review

Great guide on a very slow day he got us on fish. None of them were keepers but that’s not Captain Stans fault

Don

Verified Review

Great guide on a very slow day he got us on fish. None of them were keepers but that’s not Captain Stans fault
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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
Flounder
Good
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Redfish
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Good
Great
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Sheepshead
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
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
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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)

Technique

Light Tackle Fishing

Type of Fishing

Inshore

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Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
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Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
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Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
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Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
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Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
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Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
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Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
March 24th, 2022
Matagorda, Texas
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
March 24th, 2022
Matagorda, Texas
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
March 24th, 2022
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Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
March 24th, 2022
Matagorda, Texas
Matagorda Bay Catch and Release
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