If you are looking for the premier Cast and Blast trip in South Texas you've found your man down here in South Padre Island. Head out with Captain Gus to explore the shallows of the South Padre Islands lower Laguna Madre in search of tailing reds, the thrashing head shake of giant gator trout, and the unmistakable runs big Black Drum for half the day and experience some of the best duck hunting the Texas
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Since the ducks often fly both in the morning and the afternoon, the order and which you combine the two activities will mostly depend on the tides and your guide Gus's veteran advice. You will be fishing and hunting from the comfort of Captain Gus's meticulously maintained 24ft Carolina Skiff. This puppy features a new 200 HP Suzuki, cushioned seating, a spacious bow casting area and a pop up blind. He also runs a 18' Tracker Grizzly skiff with a Gator Tail mud motor and a 18' Polar Craft with a 50-HP Yamaha! Whatever boat you're on, you'll be kitted out for a sweet hunt.
Captain Gus provides all the rods, reels, tackle, bait, and knowledge to ensure your success for the fishing aspect, he will also provide decoys, dogs, and professional calling for the duck hunt, but asks that you bring your own guns, shells, and waders if you'd like to stay dry. He wil also provide a cooler with ice and water for you and encourages you to bring you own beverages of choice along as well. Beer is welcomed on board (in moderation of course) just no glass bottles.
About Your Guide
Independent Guide
Captin Gus has lived back and forth from Colorado to South Texas my entire life. His father moved to the island when Gus was a boy and taught him the ins and outs of the bay every summer throughout his childhood. Together they spent countless hours finding potholes full of trout and sand flats littered with redfish. His father instilled in him a fierce passion for the outdoors and planted the seeds for him to pursue a career chasing the critters he has come to
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With the help of some local legends including forty year veteran Capt. Skipper Ray, Gus has honed his skills as a fisherman and professional guide fishing the Lower Laguna Madre. But for him the bay still provides an incredible environment to learn and grow. Every day he finds new places to fish and duck hunt and he welcomes you to join him on one of these incredible adventures!
During the fall Captain Gus heads north to Crawford, Colorado to team up with the Homestead Ranch Crew to chase elk, deer, mountain lion, and bear. Homestead Ranch is an original homestead that the McLeods have maintained since 1914. Six generations of incredible preservation have built the hunting experience of a lifetime. He is truly honored to have been a part of this team for the last few years.
Start Location
Pirate's Landing Fishing Pier, East Maxan Street, Port Isabel, TX, USA
(this guide can be flexible with their start location)
About Your Boat
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Year Built
2020
Boat Length
24
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
200
Number of Engines
1
Amenities and Information
Type
Inshore, Duck
Skill Levels
Advanced, Intermediate
Gear
All tackle / guns needed for your trip is included.
Fish / Game Cleaning
This guide will clean your catch for you.
Beer
Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.
Live Bait
Yes, Included
Location
This trip has multiple pickup locations.
Weather
You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy
The deposit for this trip is non-refundable (but if the weather is too bad to go out, you will still receive a refund).
Pricing Matrix
8 Hours
3 People
$1500
2 People
$1000
1 Person
$1000
Pricing & Availability
To check pricing, please select a date, duration, group size and start time.
Gus is friendly and knows his stuff. Shot a limit and even got a red fish out of the decoys
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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!
In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.
Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.
Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!