Guide:

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Captain Michael is an expert fisherman who loves nothing more than to help others catch Redfish, Trout, Black Drum, and Flounder for an amazing day out on Texas' Coastal Bend! His main fishing spots are in Aransas, Copano, St. Charles, Carlos, Mesquite, Ayres, and San Antonio Bays, and he's happy to pick you up from almost anywhere.

Captain Michael's boat is a 23' Crestliner with a Mercury XS 150 motor that provides a comfortable and speedy ride out to catch fish. This boat can go into shallow water and is great for catching Redfish. It also has a trolling motor, and a spacious front fishing deck. The boat can accommodate up to four guests.

When it comes to fishing, Captain Michael likes to use live bait, cut bait, and some artificial lures to target these inshore fish with great success. He will provide everything from rods, reels, tackle, bait, to cleaning your catch so that you can focus on enjoying your day out on the water. All you need to bring is a cooler with your favorite snacks/drinks, a camera to capture the moment, and your Texas Fishing license.

Join Captain Michael for an unforgettable day of fishing and let him take care of the rest!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included for an additional fee.

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.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 4 days before the trip.

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

	5 Hours
1 Person	$675.00
2 People	$675.00
3 People	$725.00
4 People	$775.00

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

Michael T.

Independent Guide 28 years of exp.

Veteran

Talkative

Instructional

Adventurous

Expert Oriented

Laid-back

Captain Michael has been fishing the coastal bend his entire life, and can accommodate pick-up locations all over! Every chance he gets he's out on the water chasing down anything that can swim! Though he spent the majority of his career working on the rigs (which allowed him to guide trips on his weeks of leave) he recently switched to guiding trips full-time. His true calling of sharing his extensive knowledge of fish habits and...

About Your Guide

Michael T.

Independent Guide 28 years of exp.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Bluefin Tuna

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

A big Brisket! Or a big pot of Gumbo!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Bluefin Tuna

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

A big Brisket! Or a big pot of Gumbo!

What’s your favorite band?

George Strait and the Ace in the Hole Band

What’s your favorite movie?

Platoon

What’s your favorite sports team?

Dallas Cowboys

What’s your drink of choice?

Makers on the rocks, Sweet ice tea.

What was your last halloween costume?

Captain Sparrow

What do you want for Christmas this year?

For all my children to be happy.

How did you get started guiding?

Decided I could catch fish anytime. Might as well take people.

What makes you different from other guides?

I don't like to be skunked. I will fight to find fish.

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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.

Aransas Pass, Texas

Areas Fished

Corpus Christi Bay
Aransas Bay

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Crestliner 2200
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 22'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Crestliner 2200
Year Built: 2020
Boat Length: 22'
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury 150 XS
Total Horsepower: 150
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included for an additional fee.

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.

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.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 4 days before the trip.

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 .

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Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Water, Ice Box, Rods, reels, tackle, bait included. Lodging can be arranged for an additional fee.

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 4 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 4 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, 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.