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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Experience the Best Inshore Fishing on the Texas Coast

Join me for an unforgettable day of fishing the legendary waters around Aransas Pass, Redfish Bay, and South Bay aboard my 23’ Haynie bay boat. Whether you’re an experienced angler or it’s your first time on the water, I’ll work hard to put you on fish while making sure everyone has a safe, enjoyable experience.

Trips typically last 4–6 hours, depending on the package you choose. We target Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, and Sheepshead using live bait or fresh cut bait—the techniques that consistently produce fish in these waters. I adjust our fishing locations based on tides, weather, and current conditions to give you the best opportunity for success.

All rods, reels, tackle, bait, and ice are provided. Just bring your Texas saltwater fishing license, snacks, drinks, sunscreen, sunglasses, and weather-appropriate clothing. Families, beginners, and experienced anglers are all welcome. I’ll gladly clean and bag your legal catch at the end of the trip so it’s ready for the table.

What sets my trips apart is my dedication to giving every customer an honest, hardworking day on the water. I don’t believe in running the same spots every trip—I fish the conditions and use my local knowledge to find active fish. My goal is simple: provide a fun, memorable experience while giving you the best chance to catch quality fish and make lasting memories on the Texas coast.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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 easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours
1 Person	$600.00
2 People	$600.00
3 People	$700.00
4 People	$800.00
5 People	$900.00
6 People	$1,000.00

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

About Your Guide

John W.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

About Your Guide

John W.

Independent Guide

Captain John is a Texas coastal fishing and duck hunting guide with a passion for the outdoors and years of experience on the water. Based along the Coastal Bend, he specializes in targeting Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, and other inshore species throughout the Aransas Pass and Corpus Christi bay systems, as well as guiding exciting duck hunts during the Texas waterfowl season.

Known for working hard, keeping trips fun, and treating every customer like family, Captain John enjoys helping both experienced outdoorsmen and first-time anglers create lasting memories on the Texas coast. Whether you’re looking for a laid-back family fishing trip or an action-packed morning in the duck blind, he is dedicated to providing a safe, professional, and unforgettable experience.

When he’s not guiding, Captain John spends his time scouting birds, chasing fish, and staying on the water year-round to make sure clients have the best opportunity for success.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

51” bull red

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

Trout

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

51” bull red

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

Trout

What’s your favorite sports team?

Cowboys

What’s your drink of choice?

Diet Dr Pepper

How did you get started guiding?

Friend

What makes you different from other guides?

I want to catch fish

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Aransas Pass, Texas

Areas Fished

Redfish Bay

About Your Boat

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Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Haynie
Boat Length: 23'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Haynie
Boat Length: 23'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: Live well power poles

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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 easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Aransas Pass Fishing Reports »

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

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.

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

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, 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.