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Charles Baker

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

I have been fishing my whole life, whether it be in salt water or fresh water, I am truly passionate about fishing and teaching others about this experience! I am very knowledgeable on local fishing in the area and local places to stay and eat. Would love to get y’all out there on the water to enjoy God’s creation. I’m always out scouting for new spots and looking to find new ways to catch them.

About Your Guide

Charles Baker

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

46” redfish

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

We would either be cooking brisket, shrimp, tacos, or fish taco tacos

What’s your favorite band?

George Strait, Texas music

What’s your favorite movie?

Anything funny

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

46” redfish

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

We would either be cooking brisket, shrimp, tacos, or fish taco tacos

What’s your favorite band?

George Strait, Texas music

What’s your favorite movie?

Anything funny

What’s your favorite sports team?

A&M

What’s your drink of choice?

Red Bull

What was your last halloween costume?

I can’t remember

What do you want for Christmas this year?

A new Garmin GPS

How did you get started guiding?

Wanted to follow my passion of Fishing and sharing it with others

What makes you different from other guides?

I’m truly hands-on helping beginners all the way up to expert on fishing in local areas. Focusing on families and getting them out there Fishing.

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Port Aransas

Port A Inshore

100% (13) Guided by Charles

25 ft 1 - 10 People From $550

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in Port Aransas

Afternoon Bay Fishing

100% (13) Guided by Charles

25 ft 1 - 10 People From $550

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Recent Reviews of Stay Salty Charters

5.0

based on 5 reviews

Aaron

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My wife and I had a wonderful time with Captain Charles! He’s very experienced and very personable! He put us on the fish!
We had a blast!

Aaron

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My wife and I had a wonderful time with Captain Charles! He’s very experienced and very personable! He put us on the fish!
We had a blast!

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Joe

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Charles made the trip a fantastic experience! He was very good with my boys and made sure we had a great time. He is very knowledgeable about the water and fish. I would recommend him to family and friends. Thank you for a wonderful experience with my boys!

Joe

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Rylee

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Charles is the way to go if looking for a fantastic result and a fun trip!!! We sent the guys in the family on a 4 hour bay charter and they not only maxed out but all raved on about Charles and his expertise!!!

Rylee

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Eddie

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We had a great time with Captain Charles. We were able to catch trout and reds. I would highly recommend Captain Charles for your next trip!

Eddie

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We had a great time with Captain Charles. We were able to catch trout and reds. I would highly recommend Captain Charles for your next trip!

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Amy

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He was a great captain. He was patient with my youngest and tried his best to get us something to take home, and we did!

Amy

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He was a great captain. He was patient with my youngest and tried his best to get us something to take home, and we did!

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Response from Charles:

Thank you guys for booking with me it was a blast

Response from Charles:

Thank you guys for booking with me it was a blast

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Potential Target Species

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Techniques

Types of Fishing

Flats

Inshore

Recent Fishing Reports

Mid August 2026

Fish bite was slow but still managed to get some quality reds in they only wanted to keep 5 to have for dinner!!
Early morning bite fish bite was amazing caught 2 limits in about an hour!!