About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

! Note: fuel is not included in the price of this trip, it is at a plus fuel rate! The fuel used will be added to the price with a typical burn being 90 to 100 gallons depending on the distance run.

On this 8 hour fishing trip you will enjoy a day of Deep Sea, offshore fishing off the beautiful Texas Coast aboard a 35ft Express powered by Twin Cummins offering large shade, a dry ride, and full restroom facilities. We specialize in private guided fishing trips for reef fish such as amberjack and snapper, along with many pelagic species such as wahoo, kingfish, cobia and dorado and nearshore species such as redfish and mangrove snapper.

Our Trips are based on time, not distance from shore, but we regularly run up to a maximum of about 45 miles. We provide all rods, reels, and tackle needed to make your day successful. You will have a deck hand as well to make your experience easy and fun. A typical day will include an array of bottom fishing, drifting, and trolling depending on time of year and available species. We work hard to not only put you on the fish, but provide a fun and memorable experience.

Items you need to bring for the day are as follows:

- A valid Texas saltwater fishing license
- Sun screen, sunglasses, hat (the Texas sun can be harsh in the summer!)
- Dress appropriately for the time of year
- Please wear soft-soled or non-marking soled shoes to keep scuff marks off the boats' decks
- Food/drinks to consume while out on the water, we do not provide any beverages (glass bottles will not be allowed onboard the boats)
- Sea-sickness medication, if necessary
- Your favorite fishing rod/tackle (or you can of course use the provided gear) ABSOLUTELY NO BRAIDED LINE ALLOWED ON BOATS
- A cooler in your vehicle to transport your catch home
- Please bear in mind our boats have limited storage space. You will not be permitted to carry on a large cooler or similar items.

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

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.

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

	8 hours
1 Person	$1,500.00
2 People	$1,500.00
3 People	$1,500.00
4 People	$1,500.00
5 People	$1,500.00
6 People	$1,500.00
7 People (two boats)	$3,000.00
8 People (two boats)	$3,000.00
9 People (two boats)	$3,000.00
10 People (two boats)	$3,000.00
11 People (two boats)	$3,000.00
12 People (two boats)	$3,000.00

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 J.

Independent Guide

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Talkative

Comfortable

Quality

About Your Guide

Michael J.

Independent Guide

Mike is a USCG licensed Captain with over 40 years of experience fishing the Texas Gulf coast. He is known for his willingness to run further and target the larger species that lurk in our Gulf waters. He is a native of Brazoria County and grew up fishing the inshore and offshore waters from Galveston to Matagorda. Along with fishing, Captain Mike is an experienced dog trainer and waterfowl guide, hunting the prairies and marshes from Anahuac to Rockport.

Captain Mike is also an accomplished writer and magazine columnist, with notable publications including Texas Saltwater Fishing Magazine. He has severed for decades with industry groups to represent and preserve the publics access to our great fishery in the Gulf. Mike served for years as the President of The Charter Fisherman's Association, Representing the charter industry with members from the South Texas Valley to Rhode Island, and has testified in front Congress on more than one occasion concerning fisheries issues and the effects of federal management on our fishing industry.

Capt. Mike has also served for many years on multiple NMFS advisory panels lending his experience to help shape current regulations from a fisherman's perspective, as well as his hands on research in the western Gulf, including tagging and recapture, hydro-acoustics, and biological sampling from the Mississippi river to Brownsville Texas, work that is currently being used to help assess stock levels and manage our fisheries Gulf-wide.

Capt. Mike will bring his lifetime of knowledge and experience to bear on every trip he offers to make it as successful and enjoyable as he possibly can

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Blue Marlin in the Pacific

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

Steak's of course

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Blue Marlin in the Pacific

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

Steak's of course

What’s your favorite sports team?

Houston Astros

What’s your drink of choice?

Unfortunately is way too many Diet Cokes

What was your last halloween costume?

Jack Sparrow

What do you want for Christmas this year?

at my age nothing , we focus the occasion on Grandkids

How did you get started guiding?

as deck hand aboard a charter boat in 1984

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Freeport, Texas

About Your Boat

Boat photo for 8 Hour Offshore Fishing Trip

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Dawson Yachts
Boat Length: 35'
Boat Restroom: Yes

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Dawson Yachts
Boat Length: 35'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Additional Amenities: Restroom . large shaded area, ample seating for 6 adults ,

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

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.

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 .

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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).
Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

All gear 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.