Artificial Action Guide Service

Artificial Action Guide Service operates out of Aransas Pass, TX, exploring the shallow flats and backcountry the area is famous for in search of Redfish and Speckled Trout. Head out for a great day of wade and drift fishing. Head home with some tasty fish and a ton of awesome memories!

You will be fishing aboard a 2020 23’ Haynie flats boat, built right here in Texas and designed specifically for the area’s endless shallows. Most trips focus on wade fishing, but you can also try drifting the flats if the conditions are right, and this boat is perfect for it.

Captain Larry Bell is dedicated to two things: providing great fishing trips and maintaining his beloved local fisheries. He is an artificials specialist who will take you to all his favorite fishing spots, using a variety of lures such as topwater plugs, soft plastics, and more to bring in big fish.

Captain Larry takes pride in promoting sustainable fishing methods and practices on all his trips. He encourages catch & release for fish you don’t want to eat. Trouts can only be kept if they are between 17"-23", 3 per person. Any Trout over 23" and any Redfish over 24” must be released, as these are the most likely to breed.

At the end of your trip, the fish you keep will be cleaned and filleted, ready to enjoy as soon as you get home. All tackle and lures are provided. Just bring your waders, your food and drink, and any other personal items, and get ready for a day of fun sportfishing.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $450
    This is a four-hour morning trip which focuses on wade fishing for Trout and Redfish using artificial baits only. You can sometimes also drift areas for the fish. It all depends on the conditions on the day. Any Trout over 23" and Red over 24" should be released as they are baby makers and Captain Larry is a strong conservationist. Trips can be wade or drift fishing, you pick.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $500
    Spend the entire day fishing for Trout and Redfish on the flats and backwaters around Aransas Pass, TX. Head out in search of some great battles on artificials, reeling in tasty fish. Large Trout (23" plus) and Redfish (24" plus) should be released to help maintain a healthy fishery. Trips can be wade or drift fishing, you pick.

FAQs about Artificial Action Guide Service

Artificial Action Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 1 guest - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Artificial Action Guide Service, you can expect the following amenity onboard:
  • GPS

Trips booked with Artificial Action Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Rods and reels if needed)
  • Lures (All artificial baits)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Any fish kept I clean and bag)
  • Drinks (I'll have water, you bring anything else you want)

Artificial Action Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Wade fishing)
  • Flats Fishing (Drift fishing)
  • Backcountry Fishing (Wade fishing)

Artificial Action Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Artificial bait)
  • Drift Fishing (On occasions)

Top targeted fish species with Artificial Action Guide Service include:
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Meet the Captain

Larry Bell
Aransas Pass, Texas, United States
236 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2018
Captain Larry Bell has been fishing for 35 years and specializes in targeting trophy inshore fish on artificials. Capt. Larry made the move to running charters to share his passion and his local waters with clients. He loves catching fish, loves being on the water, and is excited to share both these things with as many people as possible! Capt. Larry count himself very lucky to be able to pursue his passion for a living. Let him guide you around the bays and flats of Aransas Pass, TX in search of that fish of a lifetime!

About this listing

Targeted species

Redfish Redfish
Speckled Trout Speckled Trout

Boat specs

Haynie (Flats boat) originally built in 2020. Powered by a 250HP Mercury 4 stroke engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Wade fishing
Flats Fishing
Drift fishing
Backcountry Fishing
Wade fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Artificial bait
Drift Fishing
On occasions

Amenities

GPS

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Rods and reels if needed
Lures
All artificial baits
Catch cleaning & filleting
Any fish kept I clean and bag
Drinks
I'll have water, you bring anything else you want

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Aged 10 and up
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Lower slot fish
Catch and Release Mandatory
All Trout in 2021 will be catch and release only.

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 236 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (176)
Great day with Captain Larry
Great day with Captain Larry
Worth every penny.
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
84%
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Trevor G.
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December fishing trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on December 29, 2023
Captain Larry was very knowledgeable and easy going. The boat was nice and stable and we got into some nice redfish and a couple...
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Will V.
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Great day with Captain Larry

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 23, 2023
Can’t recommend Captain Larry enough. He’s a great guy and got us on a lot of fish. Not too many keepers, but there was...
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Joe M.
CORP CHRISTI, TX
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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8 HR Trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on May 27, 2023
Captain Larry Bell was so helpful with his knowledge in fishing and catching techniques. He was a professional and had a very...
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Jarred K.
Olathe, KS
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Awesome Wading Trip with Larry

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 23, 2023
Larry was an awesome guide.  Did the all day in shore trip wade fishing.  He put us on trout right away and then got into...
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John H.
San Marcos, TX
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Had a great time

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 8, 2023
Larry was very good with our somewhat inexperienced group of 4. We targeted specs and reds and the fishing was good. The boat...
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