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About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore, Jetty

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

This trip is for targeting big fish with big tackle! In the summer months we target sharks and not bull reds and in the fall in winter and spring we target the bull reds and not sharks. The bull reds are gob in the summer so we focus on sharks with are fun and exciting also! This trip ppl often check off their biggest fish caught! Often times we do spend about 30 min on the trip catching live bait fish like Sand trout and croaker for bait. Then from there it is generally and 20 to 30 min boat ride to the fishing grounds where we will drift or anchor depending on what we are targeting.

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore, Jetty

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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

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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Pricing Matrix

	5 hours
1 Person	$850.00
2 People	$850.00
3 People	$850.00
4 People	$850.00
5 People	$925.00
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

Matthew W.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Hello, I am Capt. Matt I have been fishing the Galveston jetty complex my whole live I grew up fishing these waters for fun as a kid and now I turned my passion into a profession to be able to share it with the world! The best part of my job of getting to see people experience things for the first time and see that smile and excitement that that fish can bring and create...

About Your Guide

Matthew W.

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Big sharks too big to measure. Never would bring them in the boat to measure them.

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

Bbq brisket

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Big sharks too big to measure. Never would bring them in the boat to measure them.

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

Bbq brisket

What’s your favorite band?

Motionless in white

What’s your favorite movie?

Green mile

What’s your favorite sports team?

Clemson tigers

What’s your drink of choice?

Dr Pepper zero

What was your last halloween costume?

Ghost

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Snow

How did you get started guiding?

Started part time as a challenge then decided to go full time.

What makes you different from other guides?

I am laid back easy going. I try to tailor the trip to what the customer request with in reason. I am very upfront when customer books and wants limits of a species that not caught the time of year they booked I inform that what is biting and certain time of year is better for certain things rather than say yes and take their money. So I am very honest.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Galveston, Texas

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

1/6

Boat Type: Cuddy Cabin
Boat Manufacturer: Contender
Year Built: 2007
Boat Length: 36'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Cuddy Cabin
Boat Manufacturer: Contender
Year Built: 2007
Boat Length: 36'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 900
Number of Engines: 3

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore, Jetty

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.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

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.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Galveston 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 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 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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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.