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Chandler Hickman

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Quality

Comfortable

Hi, my name is Chandler and I'm the USCG licensed Captain. I'm a lifelong fisherman, growing up around Texas and spending summers fishing the Ozarks in Missouri. I've had the privilege of fish all over the country. From the cliffside reefs of Oahu, to the dark stained waters of the Everglades, nothing gets my heart racing like the shallow marshes and flats of the Texas coast. The only thing I find as exciting as a day out on the water, is one where I get to share my passion with others.

Weather you're brand new to fishing or a seasoned angler looking for something special, we have a trip for you!

About Your Guide

Chandler Hickman

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Sight Casting The Flats

100% (3) Aransas Pass, TX 1 - 2 People 4 - 8 Hours From $350

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

This is your chance to get at some prime Texas coast fishing!

Our trips start out all around the Port Aransas area, with flexible launch points both on the Island and the Aransas pass side. We’ll head straight for some of Port A’s best shallow water flats and marshes, searching mostly clear water for redfish on the prowl. In good conditions you’ll find them belly crawling with backs out of the water, or in large schools with tails waving back and forth above the surface.

We're running a 2009 Beavertail BTX, one of the more notorious models with a hull designed by the legendary Chris Morejohn, so you know you’ll be on a stable skiff meant to pole straight, silent, and stable. We have both artificial light tackle and fly fishing gear for those feeling more adventurous.

I will do my best to accommodate preferences for start time, fishing locations, or anything else.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Beavertail
Boat Length: 18'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Beavertail
Boat Length: 18'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: Live well, casting platform, shallow draft and quiet poling.

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5.0

based on 3 reviews

Aaron

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Amazing trip! Chandler is personable and makes the trip a great time! Even before the trip, we communicated well and had the day planned out very well! He knows his stuff! Highly recommend!

Aaron

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Amazing trip! Chandler is personable and makes the trip a great time! Even before the trip, we communicated well and had the day planned out very well! He knows his stuff! Highly recommend!

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Jana

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Had a great time on a guided fly fishing trip in Port A with Chandler. It was a windy day, which made casting and poling the skiff a bit challenging, but Chandler stayed positive and was super helpful. I didn’t catch any fish this time, but he gave me great tips to improve my casting. The skiff didn’t have a seat, so I sat on the floor which is totally fine for me solo but...

Jana

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Response from Chandler:

Thanks for the kind words Jana! I’m glad you had a good time! The skiff does have a bench seat that can accommodate at least one more person next to the captain and I’m sorry if I didn’t make that known in the beginning of the trip. Looking forward to next time!