About Your Trip

Water Type

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

Fly fishing the flats of Matagorda bay for Redfish. Fishing from a technical poling skiff or wading. All equipment provided. Casting instruction is also available. I am a certified casting instructor and can give you individualized instruction from basic to advanced. Want to work on your double haul? We usually fish from my 18’ poling skiff but wading is an option as well. Come join me for a memorable expón beautiful Matagorda Bay!

About Your Trip

Fly fishing the flats of Matagorda bay for Redfish. Fishing from a technical poling skiff or wading. All equipment provided.
Casting instruction is also available. I am a certified casting instructor and can give you individualized instruction from basic to advanced. Want to work on your double haul?
We usually fish from my 18’ poling skiff but wading is an option as well.
Come join me for a memorable expón beautiful Matagorda Bay!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

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 up to 3 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

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.

Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours
1 Person	$500.00
2 People	$500.00

Pay $250 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Ron R.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 42 years of exp.

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About Your Guide

Ron R.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 42 years of exp.

Meet Captain Ron - Your Fly Fishing Guide & Instructor
Like countless fishing enthusiasts out there, my love for the sport was kindled at an early age, fanned by a doting uncle whose passion for fishing was contagious.

He introduced me to the wonderful world of fishing, and it quickly became more than a hobby—it became a way of life.

With time, my fascination grew and led me down a path of exploration through a diverse array of fishing techniques and an exciting variety of fish species.

This journey of discovery was not just about honing skills, but about experiencing the serenity of being out on the water, the thrill of the chase, and the joy of a successful catch.

Eventually, my fishing adventure steered me towards fly fishing—a realm that fused precision, technique, and the chance to truly connect with nature. Fly fishing transcended being just another form of fishing; it became my true calling, my passion.

Now, I'm eager to share the knowledge I've accrued over the years and the passion that drives me with others who want to delve into this captivating form of fishing. I look forward to being a part of your fly fishing journey, just as my uncle was a part of mine

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

For Redfish on fly…42 lbs.

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

Brisket

Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

Matagorda, Texas

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Half Day Fly Fishing Matagorda Bay

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Beavertail Vengeance
Boat Restroom: No

Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

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 up to 3 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

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 the current month (March).

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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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Reviews

5.0

based on 1 review

Tom

Verified Review

March 31

Captain Ron was very pleasant and worked hard to put us on fish. Unfortunately, the fish were hard to come by today. Tough weather conditions made for a challenging day. I would like to go out with him again.