About Your Guide

Russell Robinson

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Born and raised in Port Isabel, Captain Russell has spent over 45 years fishing the shallow waters of the Lower Laguna Madre—and it shows. At 57, he’s a seasoned guide with deep local roots and a lifetime of experience chasing Redfish, Trout, and other South Texas favorites. Coast Guard certified and licensed by the state of Texas, Captain Russell knows these waters like the back of his hand and takes pride in delivering consistent, rewarding days on the water.

You’ll be fishing aboard his 24' Carolina Skiff, built for comfort and perfectly suited for navigating skinny water. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just getting started, Captain Russell welcomes all skill levels and makes sure every guest feels right at home.

Looking for something beyond the rod and reel? Captain Russell also offers eco-adventures that include dolphin and bird watching, shell hunting, cast netting, snorkeling, and more. Call it a play day on the water—relaxed, scenic, and always memorable.

About Your Guide

Russell Robinson

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

650 lb blue marlin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish tacos and ceviche

What’s your favorite band?

Huey Lewis and the News

What’s your favorite movie?

Back to the Future

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

650 lb blue marlin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Fish tacos and ceviche

What’s your favorite band?

Huey Lewis and the News

What’s your favorite movie?

Back to the Future

What’s your favorite sports team?

Golf

What’s your drink of choice?

Southern sweet tea and of course after a good fishing trip out in the sun a good old fashioned rum and coke with lime

What was your last halloween costume?

Zombie duck hunter

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Just to have my kids call me and tell me that they love dad

How did you get started guiding?

Whole family born and raised as commercial shrimpers and Commercial fishermen

What makes you different from other guides?

I believe everyone deserves to get a chance to go out and fish from children to the novice fisherman to the Avid fisherman I will take anybody out on the water. One thing I always bring some form of live bait as well as artificial lures and I will always go the extra mile instead of saying close by the house it's just the way I was raised.

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R&R Outdoor Adventures Trips

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Port Isabel

Standard 5-hour Fishing Trip

100% (9) Guided by Russell

24 ft 1 - 12 People From $500

Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Port Isabel

5hr Catch-and-Release Artificials

100% (9) Guided by Russell

24 ft 1 - 12 People From $500

Inshore, Jetty, Flats in Port Isabel

8 Hour 2/3Day Fishing Trip. A Blast

100% (9) Guided by Russell

24 ft 1 - 12 People From $800

Flats, Dolphin Watching, Shelling in Port Isabel

3 Hours! Play Day Trip

100% (9) Guided by Russell

24 ft 1 - 6 People From $350

Flats Fishing in Port Isabel

Cast Net Lessons (Bait)

100% (9) Guided by Russell

24 ft 1 - 8 People From $325

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Port Isabel

10-Hour Hardcore Fishing

100% (9) Guided by Russell

24 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,000

Boat Cruise in Port Isabel

Private Rocket Launch Trip Up Close

100% (9) Guided by Russell

24 ft 1 - 12 People From $600

Inshore, Flats Fishing in Port Isabel

3hr "Hit & Run" Fishing Trip

100% (9) Guided by Russell

24 ft 1 - 6 People From $375

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Recent Reviews of R&R Outdoor Adventures

4.8

based on 5 reviews

Sharmon

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He was a great captain and plenty helpful!

Sharmon

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He was a great captain and plenty helpful!

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Brandon

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We had a great time with Captain Russell bay fishing! We had 6 with me, my wife and 4 boys. Everyone caught a variety of fish! Thanks again for the memories!

Brandon

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We had a great time with Captain Russell bay fishing! We had 6 with me, my wife and 4 boys. Everyone caught a variety of fish! Thanks again for the memories!

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James

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Had a good time with Russell. He knows the fish and knows the area. Would have liked a few more fish but that's how fishing goes. Russell did all that any captain could to put us on the fish. Would definitely book another trip with him.

James

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Christopher

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I have fished all over the world and been a guide myself for many years and I would highly recommend the fishing experience Captain Russell provides. If you are wanting to take your family out for a great afternoon of fishing Captain Russell is who you need to book with hands down. He had us on fish early and often despite the windy conditions. My youngest, who is 7, caught his personal best on this...

Christopher

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Mathew

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We had a great time with Captain Russell. We caught our limit of Redfish and several other species. My wife caught a “quadruple crown” with a Redfish, Trout, Flounder, and Drum. We were even treated to a private bar after our trip where we learned a lot of local history. Captain Russell knows where the fish are. Proven not only by us catching them but every time we’d leave a spot other Captains would...

Mathew

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Potential Target Species

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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing

Types of Trip

Recent Fishing Reports

Late September 2026

Early morning fishing has been on fire a mix of everything speckled trout, redfish, flounder, and a few snook on artificials. Live shrimp has been scarce when available large numbers of black drum being caught on the icw. Looks like some good fishing the first week of October light North winds predicted should be a great week.

Late August 2026

Lower Laguna Madre fishing has been very consistent let's get it done early in the morning. Lots of top water action and throwing soft Plastics early catching speckled trout redfish and Flounder occasional Snook. Mid-morning to afternoon once the wind picks up popping court with live shrimp or finger mullet is a for sure thing.

It's not fast and furious but boy is it consistent try to get in by about 10:30 before the sun really starts cranking and gets hot