Texas Sportsman with Captain Experiences

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Fred Rodriguez

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

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Fred, a seasoned hunting and fishing guide, operates in the diverse landscapes of Texas, offering outdoor enthusiasts the chance to experience the best of the Lone Star State. With a wealth of experience in both fishing and hunting, he specializes in providing unforgettable adventures in various locations, from the Lower Laguna Madre area to Arroyo City, Port Mansfield, Corpus Christi, and beyond. Whether you're angling in the Gulf of Mexico for trophy fish like Red Snapper and Mahi-Mahi or pursuing white wing doves, quail, ducks, turkeys, and big game in the great outdoors, Fred's expertise ensures that every expedition is a thrilling and successful experience in the beautiful natural settings of Texas.

About Your Guide

Fred Rodriguez

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

72 Ib. Grouper

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

Bbq

What’s your favorite band?

Zz Top

What’s your favorite movie?

Tombstone

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

72 Ib. Grouper

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

Bbq

What’s your favorite band?

Zz Top

What’s your favorite movie?

Tombstone

What’s your favorite sports team?

Dallas Cowboys

What’s your drink of choice?

Glen Livet Scotch

What was your last halloween costume?

Pirate

What do you want for Christmas this year?

A trip to Cabo San Lucas

How did you get started guiding?

I decided to become a guide because it goes hand in hand with my outdoor tv show and magazine. It’s called Texas Sportsman.

What makes you different from other guides?

I am the owner and host of my TV Show, it’s called Texas Sportsman, I have been fishing for 45 years in the bay. I am very knowledgeable of most of the different areas of the Laguna Madre .

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Texas Sportsman Trips

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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

SPI Bay Fishing

NEW Guided by Fred

24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500

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Big Game Hunting Trip in La Joya

South Texas Nilgai Hunts

NEW Guided by Fred

1 - 2 People From $4,500

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Big Game Hunting Trip in La Joya

South TX Trophy, Mgmt Or Cull Bucks

NEW Guided by Fred

1 - 5 People From $1,300

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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
Nilgai	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good
Redfish	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Good	Great	Great	Good	Good	Great	Good	Good	Not Ideal
Whitetail Deer	Good	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Not Ideal	Good	Great	Great	Good