Russell & Sons Outdoors with Captain Experiences

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Cory Russell

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Hi, My name is Capt. Cory. I have been in the outdoor industry since i was a child. I started guiding at 16 as well as working law enforcement. I now guide full time and love to show my clients to a good time and teach them how to read the water. Lets go get some rods bent and have a good day on the water.

About Your Guide

Cory Russell

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

It honestly depends on the fish....that being said my biggest redfish was 52"

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

Id probably throw something on the grill....fish, steak and maybe make some tacos 🌮

What’s your favorite band?

I like anything with a good beat....its hard to beat the old classic rock and george straight though

What’s your favorite movie?

I like all action movies

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

It honestly depends on the fish....that being said my biggest redfish was 52"

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

Id probably throw something on the grill....fish, steak and maybe make some tacos 🌮

What’s your favorite band?

I like anything with a good beat....its hard to beat the old classic rock and george straight though

What’s your favorite movie?

I like all action movies

What’s your favorite sports team?

Do fisherman count?

What’s your drink of choice?

Coffee and water

What was your last halloween costume?

I don't remember

What do you want for Christmas this year?

To go fishing

How did you get started guiding?

I was raised in the outdoor industry...my dad was a firefighter and owned an archery shop. I started guiding at 16yrs old

What makes you different from other guides?

I truly enjoy what i do and love to teach new anglers and kids

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Port Aransas

Wade Fishing

50% (2) Guided by Cory

19 ft 1 - 8 People From $500

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Aransas Pass

Bay Fishing Trip

50% (2) Guided by Cory

19 ft 1 - 8 People From $600

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Recent Reviews of Russell & Sons Outdoors

3.0

based on 2 reviews

Joseph

Verified Review

I booked this trip for my husband and my son and I have to say we are very disappointed after spending $700 and neither caught a fish. We came, we saw, and we would not do it again!

Joseph

Verified Review

I booked this trip for my husband and my son and I have to say we are very disappointed after spending $700 and neither caught a fish. We came, we saw, and we would not do it again!

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Response from Cory:

I'm sorry you feel that way. Fishing is not just about catching. I try to teach and get all of my clients to enjoy the whole experience. That being said, they had opportunities the day of the trip and just were not able to capitalize on it and get the fish to the boat. I can't catch them all for you. I worked hard for your husband and son and they hooked into a few...

Response from Cory:

I'm sorry you feel that way. Fishing is not just about catching. I try to teach and get all of my clients to enjoy the whole experience. That being said, they had opportunities the day of the trip and just were
not able to capitalize on it and get the fish to the boat.
I can't catch them all for you. I worked hard for your husband and son and they hooked into a few that we didn't land. I don't feel I deserve 1 star due to their inexperience. Again...im sorry you feel you didn't get what you paid for.

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Response from Captain Experiences:

Hey there, we are very sorry to hear that this experience did not live up to your family's expectations. Captain Cory did his very best to help them land a some fish and provide instruction along the way. That being said, it's extremely frustrating to come up short. Please give our team a call; we would love to match your husband and son with another guide so they can try again!

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Aaron

Verified Review

Captain Cory was great and the kids had a blast.

Aaron

Verified Review

Captain Cory was great and the kids had a blast.

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Response from Cory:

I enjoyed having yall. I look forward to doing it again.

Response from Cory:

I enjoyed having yall. I look forward to doing it again.

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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	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Great	Good
Speckled Trout	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Great	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good