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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

Join Captain David for 2-full days of fishing in Galveston Bay’s productive waters!

You’ll start your trip at Thompson’s Bait Camp. From there, Captain David will take you out on the water for 5-6 hours. The Galveston Bay system is home to the “Texas Big Three” (Redfish, Flounder, and Speckled Trout), plus Amberjack, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Shark, and many more species. Captain David will help you reel ‘em all in!

You’ll return to Thompson’s Bait Camp where Captain David and his crew will clean and fillet your fish. Captain David will then cook you a “captain’s lunch” from your day’s catch. Captain David will then take you back out on the water for 4-5 hours where you will test your casting accuracy once again.

You will return to Thompson’s Bait Camp just in time for dinner. Captain David will cook you your day’s catch as you watch the sunset from the camp’s dock.

You’ll stay at a hotel provided by Captain David (included in the cost of the trip) and return the following morning bright and early for another productive day of fishing!

**Day 2**

Captain David will have breakfast ready for you on the dock upon your arrival. You may also bring your own food if you like, although Captain David is an amazing cook. You’ll then hit the water for 6-8 hours where the Redfish, Flounder, and Speckled Trout will be awaiting your arrival.

Learn to fish new techniques and create lasting memories on the water while reeling in your personal best with Captain David!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included.

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

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Pricing Matrix

	48 Hours
1 Person	$1,450.00
2 People	$1,450.00
3 People	$1,450.00
4 People	$1,550.00
5 People (Second Boat)	$2,900.00
6 People (Second Boat)	$2,900.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$3,100.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$3,100.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

David R.

Independent Guide 14 years of exp.

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Adventurous

Quantity

Beginner Oriented

Captain David comes from a long line of fishermen. Born and raised fishing Louisiana waters, Captain David became a full time fisherman to share his experience with others to share the enjoyment of the fishing. David also uses his expertise in the area to guide duck hunts in the winter months. Just south of Houston these days, Captain David knows the waters of the Galveston Bay Complex surrounding Baytown, Texas like the back of his...

About Your Guide

David R.

Independent Guide 14 years of exp.

Captain David comes from a long line of fishermen. Born and raised fishing Louisiana waters, Captain David became a full time fisherman to share his experience with others to share the enjoyment of the fishing. David also uses his expertise in the area to guide duck hunts in the winter months.

Just south of Houston these days, Captain David knows the waters of the Galveston Bay Complex surrounding Baytown, Texas like the back of his hand. His trips are immediately accessible just south of Houston, and he looks forward to showing you around his home waters!

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

50inch red 48lb black drum

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

Crawfish or bbq

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

50inch red 48lb black drum

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

Crawfish or bbq

Whats your favorite band?

Craig Morgan

How did you get started guiding?

It's a long story. But started when I was in high school.

What makes you different from other guides?

My adaptability to each groups personality, and the ability to continuously put people on fish all year long.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Baytown, Texas

Areas Fished

Trinity River

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Shallow Sport
Boat Length: 24'
Engine Manufacturer: Honda

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Shallow Sport
Boat Length: 24'
Engine Manufacturer: Honda
Total Horsepower: 200
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Multimedia System, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included.

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Target Species

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This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Hat, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses, snacks. Rods, reels, tackle, bait, drinks included. Lunch is provided.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

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%).

Cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

4.2

based on 5 reviews

Kevin

Verified Review

November 8

I had an absolutely great experience on this trip! Dave went to great lengths to prepare for the trip and make it as smooth and enjoyable as possible. He is a very experienced hunter and got me on a bunch of great shots. He’s got a great boat and access to a bunch of secluded spots. Despite hot weather during early season, we still bagged a few ducks and Dave cleaned...

Kevin

Verified Review

November 8

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Trip: Baytown Duck Special

Teresa

Verified Review

September 12

Teresa

Verified Review

September 12

We had the best time with Captain David! He was so nice and fun to fish with. I had never saltwater fished and he was very patient with me. She showed me how to bait the hook and did it for me until I was comfortable doing it myself. No judgement. He was an all around good guy! Took us to several spots and put us in fish every spot. We caught black drum, croakers and red drum. He took me to his Hail Mary spot ( shhh it’s a secret). And I caught a 15 pound Red Drum. He helped me step by step land it into the boat. It was so much fun and he was as excited as I was. We saw a mama and her baby dolphin and he took me as close as he could to them so I could get some pictures because he knew I was excited to see them. On the way back to the pier he told us some history and info about the things we were seeing. I will definitely book with Captain David next time we go down there.

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Trip: Baytown Slam

Dana

Verified Review

December 29

3 hunters, 6 shots fired at 1 duck that was way too far. Guide couldn’t put us within range to shoot, water was so low that I measured 90 yards from cover to waters edge in one spot, I have never been on a paid hunt where I never even fired a round. Guide stated had he known water was so low he would have cancelled the hunt. He did cancel the hunt he had...

Dana

Verified Review

December 29

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Trip: Baytown Duck Special

Response from Captain Experiences:

Hi Dana, Thank you for this feedback. We've reached out to get a bit more detail on how we can improve in the future and to offer you a discount towards a future hunting trip!

Response from Captain Experiences:

Hi Dana, Thank you for this feedback. We've reached out to get a bit more detail on how we can improve in the future and to offer you a discount towards a future hunting trip!

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Joe

Verified Review

November 18

Dave took my 8 year old son and I out and we had a great time! He did a good job putting us on some ducks despite less than ideal conditions and even less than ideal shooting by me! Already looking forward to getting back out with him later in the season. See you soon, Dave!
-Joe D.

Joe

Verified Review

November 18

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Trip: Baytown Duck Special

Terry

Verified Review

July 11

Captain David was great. The weather and the tide was working hard against us and he worked harder to put us on fish. Great trip with a quality guide, I will be back.

Terry

Verified Review

July 11

Captain David was great. The weather and the tide was working hard against us and he worked harder to put us on fish. Great trip with a quality guide, I will be back.

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Trip: Baytown Slam

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Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code 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 event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.