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Corpus Christi, Texas
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Mark Hudler

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 23 years of exp.
US Veteran Veteran
Instructional
Laid-back
Talkative
Comfortable
Quantity
Beginner Oriented
Captain Mark has spent more than 30 years fishing and hunting the Corpus Christi area and the rest of the Coastal Bend. Over the past year and a half, he’s turned that lifelong experience into a guiding business where he loves sharing what he’s learned with every guest who steps aboard.

A true speckled trout specialist, Mark regularly puts anglers on so many quality 18–19 inch fish that catch-and-release becomes part of the fun by the end of the trip. He’s passionate about teaching others how to fish and believes there’s always something new to learn. While he respects the old techniques that still produce big fish, he’s constantly refining his approach and adapting to what the water is doing each day.

When he’s not on the water, Mark enjoys working on vehicles — especially his race car. He looks forward to showing guests a great time on the water and creating a trip they’ll remember long after they’re back at the dock.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Mark Hudler

Mark Hudler

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide 23 years of exp.
Captain Mark has spent more than 30 years fishing and hunting the Corpus Christi area and the rest of the Coastal Bend. Over the past year and a half, he’s turned that lifelong experience into a guiding business where he loves sharing what he’s learned with every guest who steps aboard.

A true speckled trout specialist, Mark regularly puts anglers on so many quality 18–19 inch fish that catch-and-release becomes part of the fun by the end of the trip. He’s passionate about teaching others how to fish and believes there’s always something new to learn. While he respects the old techniques that still produce big fish, he’s constantly refining his approach and adapting to what the water is doing each day.

When he’s not on the water, Mark enjoys working on vehicles — especially his race car. He looks forward to showing guests a great time on the water and creating a trip they’ll remember long after they’re back at the dock.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
38 inch red
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Shrimp and steak
Whats your favorite band?
Don't have one you
Whats your favorite movie?
Alpha

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
38 inch red
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Shrimp and steak
Whats your favorite band?
Don't have one you
Whats your favorite movie?
Alpha
Whats your favorite sports team?
Fishing
Whats your drink of choice?
Water
What was your last halloween costume?
To long ago
What do you want for Christmas this year?
New boat
How did you get started guiding?
Other guides want me to be one
What makes you different from other guides?
Do want the customer wants and try to have a great time
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats, Eco Tour in Port Aransas

Coastal Bend Live Action!

100% (58) Guided by Mark
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats in Port Aransas

Port A, Summer Tournaments

100% (58) Guided by Mark
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,200

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Recent Reviews of Marks guide servies

5.0
based on 21 reviews

Douglas

Verified Review

Real happy with Captain Mark
Informative happy and a great time.
Thanks, Scott.

Organized, prompt, good communications before the trip and during.
Thanks, Doug

And… we caught a bunch of fish😁

Douglas

Verified Review

Real happy with Captain Mark
Informative happy and a great time.
Thanks, Scott.

Organized, prompt, good communications before the trip and during.
Thanks, Doug

And… we caught a bunch of fish😁
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Response from Mark:
I really appreciate it thx

Response from Mark:

I really appreciate it thx
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Daniel

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Mark was very communicative and helpful and a really great guy to spend the day fishing with! My family had a wonderful time and would book again.

Daniel

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Mark was very communicative and helpful and a really great guy to spend the day fishing with! My family had a wonderful time and would book again.
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Response from Mark:
Thx for letting me take u family out. See you soon

Response from Mark:

Thx for letting me take u family out. See you soon
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Arnold

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Captain Mark was awesome! My son and I had a great time and Mark was very kind and helpful in teaching my son how fish. We will definitely book with Captain Mark again in the future. 👍

Arnold

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Captain Mark was awesome! My son and I had a great time and Mark was very kind and helpful in teaching my son how fish. We will definitely book with Captain Mark again in the future. 👍
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Response from Mark:
Thx. See you soon

Response from Mark:

Thx. See you soon
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William

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Great trip with Captain Mark. He was experienced, friendly, helpful, and put us on fish. We will definitely request him in the future.

William

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Great trip with Captain Mark. He was experienced, friendly, helpful, and put us on fish. We will definitely request him in the future.
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Response from Mark:
Thx. I tried to put all my customer on fishing. And some time I have to work really hard to get the fishing

Response from Mark:

Thx. I tried to put all my customer on fishing. And some time I have to work really hard to get the fishing
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Justin

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Awesome day. Great guide. Appreciate the day sir.

Justin

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Awesome day. Great guide. Appreciate the day sir.
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Response from Mark:
I'm glad that you caught the reds. I see you when you come back down

Response from Mark:

I'm glad that you caught the reds. I see you when you come back down
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Melissa

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Capt Mark was great, shared lots of info, took us to several places to fish. We didn’t catch anything worth keeping but we had a great time! Thanks, Mark!!

Melissa

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Capt Mark was great, shared lots of info, took us to several places to fish. We didn’t catch anything worth keeping but we had a great time! Thanks, Mark!!
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Response from Mark:
U welcome

Response from Mark:

U welcome
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Kevin

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2 adults and a 14 year old. It was one of those August mornings when they just weren't hungry but Captain Mark worked his butt off to put us on fish. Quite a few were caught, just shy of getting in the box. I could sense his disappointment but had a great trip and highly recommend Captain Mark. Will definitely book him again.

Kevin

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2 adults and a 14 year old. It was one of those August mornings when they just weren't hungry but Captain Mark worked his butt off to put us on fish. Quite a few were caught, just shy of getting in the box. I could sense his disappointment but had a great trip and highly recommend Captain Mark. Will definitely book him again.
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Response from Mark:
Thx. I try really hard.

Response from Mark:

Thx. I try really hard.
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Jon

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Captain Mark was a great guide. He was hyper-focused on getting us fish. Good with the kids, too.

Jon

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Captain Mark was a great guide. He was hyper-focused on getting us fish. Good with the kids, too.
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Response from Mark:
I'm glad you enjoy it. Try my best to make people happy

Response from Mark:

I'm glad you enjoy it. Try my best to make people happy
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Aranda

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Mark was awesome! We had a blast and the weather was perfect! Mark was laid back and great to talk to! Would book with him again in a heartbeat! Thank you Mark for the great time 🤗

Aranda

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Mark was awesome! We had a blast and the weather was perfect! Mark was laid back and great to talk to! Would book with him again in a heartbeat! Thank you Mark for the great time 🤗
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Response from Mark:
I'm glad you and your husband had a great time.

Response from Mark:

I'm glad you and your husband had a great time.
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Cody

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Capt. Is a cool cat. Will use again

Cody

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Capt. Is a cool cat. Will use again
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Response from Mark:
I try to make you happy.

Response from Mark:

I try to make you happy.
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Homer

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As a business owner of 3 companies I couldn’t say more on how Mark treated me, my boy, my nephew and my brother in law. Customer first and he delivered. Being a busy guy I haven’t had much time to get away and show my son a lot about fishing which I grow up doing. Mark was very helpful with the boys and taught them a lot very fast. Boys really enjoyed it. It was...

Homer

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As a business owner of 3 companies I couldn’t say more on how Mark treated me, my boy, my nephew and my brother in law. Customer first and he delivered. Being a busy guy I haven’t had much time to get away and show my son a lot about fishing which I grow up doing. Mark was very helpful with the boys and taught them a lot very fast. Boys really enjoyed it. It was more about them then us. It’s was nice to get away from the busy oil patch. Made me realize is not always about work , cherish them moments with your kids. Put a smile on there face. Thanks again Mark
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Response from Mark:
Let's do it again. Thx so much

Response from Mark:

Let's do it again. Thx so much
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Shawn

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Captain Mark did a fantastic job educating and showing us the ropes of catching fish in the area along with a couple trade secrets that I won’t disclose. We have already started planning another trip with him for my wife and her girlfriends. He’s a very courteous, patient and trusting guide. I recommend him to anyone!

Shawn

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Captain Mark did a fantastic job educating and showing us the ropes of catching fish in the area along with a couple trade secrets that I won’t disclose. We have already started planning another trip with him for my wife and her girlfriends. He’s a very courteous, patient and trusting guide. I recommend him to anyone!
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Response from Mark:
Hope you have fun.

Response from Mark:

Hope you have fun.
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Doug

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My son and I hired Capt. Mark for a 4 hour bay fishing trip. The first few hours were very slow. My son caught a keeper trout and had a nice Red on that broke the line. We were anchored up and fishing with Live Croakers. At the end of our 4 hours, Capt. Mark asked if we would like to fish for Reds using top water baits (Zara Spooks). We agreed and Mark took...

Doug

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My son and I hired Capt. Mark for a 4 hour bay fishing trip. The first few hours were very slow. My son caught a keeper trout and had a nice Red on that broke the line. We were anchored up and fishing with Live Croakers. At the end of our 4 hours, Capt. Mark asked if we would like to fish for Reds using top water baits (Zara Spooks). We agreed and Mark took us to an area that was shallow and you could see the Reds working. My son had two or three blowups on his line and I had one. None of the strikes yielded a fish. We did fish for about 7 hours and Capt. Mark worked hard to put us on the fish. At the end of the day, we only had the one keeper trout. My son and I are both experienced anglers but rarely fish salt water. We used Mark's equipment (spinning rigs) and we are more accustomed to Basit Casters. All in all we had a good time and Capt. Mark was a pleasure to fish with. We did expect to catch more fish on a guided trip but, it's called fishing for a reason. Not sure we will be doing another guided bay fishing trip in the near future, but I would give Capt. Mark another try.
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Natalie

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We had an amazing time with Captain Mark! His boat is not only beautiful and spacious, but also incredibly comfortable.. Captain Mark was patient, knowledgeable, and went out of his way to support our crew, no matter their experience level. Thank you for an unforgettable morning on the water!

Natalie

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We had an amazing time with Captain Mark! His boat is not only beautiful and spacious, but also incredibly comfortable.. Captain Mark was patient, knowledgeable, and went out of his way to support our crew, no matter their experience level. Thank you for an unforgettable morning on the water!
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Kevin

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Very friendly guide. We were catching fish even when a lot of other guides we heard from this day were getting skunked. Caught 30 in 4+ hours. Capt Mark stayed out a little longer once we got on a hot streak.

Kevin

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Very friendly guide. We were catching fish even when a lot of other guides we heard from this day were getting skunked. Caught 30 in 4+ hours. Capt Mark stayed out a little longer once we got on a hot streak.
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Thomas

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Had a great time with Captain Mark. Great communication before the trip. Brought my 8 year old son for his birthday along with his best friend and his friend’s dad.
It was the boys first time fishing off a boat and Mark made everyone feel safe and comfortable and was ready with PFDs for the kids.
We didn’t have the best of luck catching any keepers, but the kids still enjoyed reeling in...

Thomas

Verified Review

Had a great time with Captain Mark. Great communication before the trip. Brought my 8 year old son for his birthday along with his best friend and his friend’s dad.
It was the boys first time fishing off a boat and Mark made everyone feel safe and comfortable and was ready with PFDs for the kids.
We didn’t have the best of luck catching any keepers, but the kids still enjoyed reeling in a few hard heads and undersized trout and reds.
Removing a star because our trip was cut short by about an hour without much of an explanation… don’t know if Mark was fatigued or misjudged our energy level.
Overall a fun trip and looking forward to the next one.
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Norman

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The fishing trip we took was great, we caught some fish and one good one got away, but the trip was good, we ran into a little weather but it comes with the territory, but I would recommend you go with this company

Norman

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The fishing trip we took was great, we caught some fish and one good one got away, but the trip was good, we ran into a little weather but it comes with the territory, but I would recommend you go with this company
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Response from Mark:
Thx . See u soon

Response from Mark:

Thx . See u soon
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Brantley

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We had a great time. Captain was a pleasure to be around. Caught a tone of fish could not be happier with the experience.

Brantley

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We had a great time. Captain was a pleasure to be around. Caught a tone of fish could not be happier with the experience.
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Response from Mark:
Thx.

Response from Mark:

Thx.
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Matthew

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Mark was very helpful and polite on the trip for our guests. We struck out on any keepers, but sometimes that’s just the way it is!

Matthew

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Mark was very helpful and polite on the trip for our guests. We struck out on any keepers, but sometimes that’s just the way it is!
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Response from Mark:
I in joy take them out.

Response from Mark:

I in joy take them out.
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Kenny

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Captain Mark at Captain experiences was great put us rite on the trout we must have caught 50 and hit our limit I would defiantly recocomend captain experiences to all my fishing buddy's thanks captain experiences 👍✝️🙏

Kenny

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Captain Mark at Captain experiences was great put us rite on the trout we must have caught 50 and hit our limit I would defiantly recocomend captain experiences to all my fishing buddy's thanks captain experiences 👍✝️🙏
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Response from Mark:
Thx. See u when u come back down

Response from Mark:

Thx. See u when u come back down
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Paul

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Great captain put us on the fish wonderful boat was so helpful we didn’t have to do anything but reel in the fish will only use you for our charter experience thank you so much for making the day a special day for my son birthday

Paul

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Great captain put us on the fish wonderful boat was so helpful we didn’t have to do anything but reel in the fish will only use you for our charter experience thank you so much for making the day a special day for my son birthday
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Response from Mark:
U welcome. I'm glad u had fun

Response from Mark:

U welcome. I'm glad u had fun
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
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Types of Trip

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