Quacker Smackers Outfitters in Rio Hondo, Texas

Head out for some fast and furious early-morning action chasing ducks down in the Rio Grande Valley! Your guide and outfitter, Joshua, will provide all the scouting, decoys, transportation, blind setups, and calling for your morning hunt. Whether you're an experienced duck hunter or just getting into the sport, this duck hunt will be a real "blast" for anyone—pardon the pun. Texas is a great place for waterfowl hunting. It's smack in the middle of the Central Flyway, and is a stopover for dozens of migratory waterfowl species. With species including Teals, Wigeons, Gadwalls, Pintails, Mottled Ducks, and more, there's plenty of targets for any hunter. All you need to bring is your own shotguns, shells, camoflauge, and waders. You will also need your Texas hunting license and a federal duckstamp as well. This trip is super kid friendly as well as disability friendly. Joshua loves working with kids and introducing them to the sport and all his blinds are easily accessible and comfortable Read More

his trip is perfect for anglers looking to chase big, aggressive freshwater sportfish in South Texas! On this trip, you'll be fishing Falcon Lake for big ol' Catfish, Gar, and Largemouth Bass—three big-time species that are exciting for anglers of all levels. Each of these species has totally different behavior, prey, and naturally, you'll use different fishing techniques to hook 'em up. Gar are ambush predators that hunt near the middle of the water column, grabbing baitfish and even small birds and animals in their sharp teeth. You'll use cut bait on steel leaders to hook these prehistoric predators, which fight extremely hard and can be a real challenge to get on the boat! Catfish are bottomfeeders that eat all kinds of baits. You'll bottomfish for these big fish, and then fight them up to the surface on heavier tackle. Finally, Largemouth Bass are opportunistic feeders that love to hit worms, baitfish, frogs, and more. You'll fish for these guys using light-tackle cast and retrieve techniques with a variety of baits and lures. You'll be fishing aboard Captain Joshua's 22' pontoon boat. She sits high in the water and has plenty of shade to keep you cool and comfortable in the Texas heat. Get out there and start hookin' 'em! Read More

This trip is perfect for anglers looking to chase big, aggressive freshwater sportfish in South Texas! On this trip, you'll be fishing Falcon Lake for big ol' Catfish, Gar, and Largemouth Bass—three big-time species that are exciting for anglers of all levels. Each of these species has totally different behavior, prey, and naturally, you'll use different fishing techniques to hook 'em up. Gar are ambush predators that hunt near the middle of the water column, grabbing baitfish and even small birds and animals in their sharp teeth. You'll use cut bait on steel leaders to hook these prehistoric predators, which fight extremely hard and can be a real challenge to get on the boat! Catfish are bottomfeeders that eat all kinds of baits. You'll bottomfish for these big fish, and then fight them up to the surface on heavier tackle. Finally, Largemouth Bass are opportunistic feeders that love to hit worms, baitfish, frogs, and more. You'll fish for these guys using light-tackle cast and retrieve techniques with a variety of baits and lures. You'll be fishing aboard Captain Joshua's 15' utility boat. She has a shallow draft and a big deck to give you access to lots of water, and is kitted out for a successful trip. Get out there and have a blast! Read More