Full day or Half-day Fishing Trip
Only a 75% deposit to reserve
Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip
Only a 75% deposit to reserve
Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip
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Technique
Light Tackle, Artificial Lures
Water Type
Inshore
Skill Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Captain William "W.J." Rust has been fishing the Galveston Bay Complex for 20+ years. He started fishing from the beachfront in the late 90's while attending Texas A&M in College Station, TX.
Captain William would make weekend trips with long surf rods sticking out the back of his pickup to find a fishy looking spot on the beach to set up for a long day of fishing.
Captain W.J. has come a long way since his early days of beachfront fishing. After moving to the Galveston area in 2007, he spent thousands of hours on the water learning anything and everything he could about the Galveston Bay system.
Now he fishes across Galveston Bay using artificial and natural baits hunting down speckled trout, redfish, and flounder. At Bull Tide Guide Service, Captain William specializes in wade and drift fishing with artificial and natural baits for speckled trout, redfish, and flounder!
Fish Cleaning
This guide will clean your catch for you.
Beer
Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.
Live Bait
Yes, Included
Weather
You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.
Tackle
You will need your own tackle.
Boat Restroom
No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.
Lunch
No meal provided.
Provided
Rods, Reels & Tackle
At an Additional Rate
No added costs.
Recommended Packing
Hat Sunglasses (polarized are preferred) Sun Screen Comfortable Shoes (light colored soles please) Jacket for Early Spring and Winter Months Waders if wade fishing Water/Gatorade Snacks Lunch Ice Chest with ice to take home your fish
Required Items
Texas Fishing License with Saltwater Stamp
Payment & Tipping
After paying the deposit, a QR Code will be emailed to you. On the day of the trip, your guide will scan your QR code to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is for a 10-20% customary tip.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Yes, cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip.
Where to Buy a Fishing License
Find a license for your state here.Start Location
Galveston Bay, Texas, USA
Start Time(s)
07:00 AM, 08:00 AM, 01:00 PM, 02:00 PM
Duration(s)
4 hours, 8 hours,