Pelican Charters invites you to explore the Bayou’s most prolific waters! He specializes in inshore and nearshore excursions off the coast of Venice and has been fishing here since the day he could walk. He knows all the local hide-outs, he’s fished every honey hole in the area, and knows a thing or two about landing a Bull Redfish.
His boat is a 24’ Gravois center console with plenty of walkaround space for 4 people to fish comfortably. She comes with state-of-the-art navigational electronics, a wireless trolling motor, a live bait tank, and safety gear. Kids ages 2 and up are welcome aboard and he has life vests for them, as well.
The crew will take you along the inshore flats and shallow waters to target Redfish, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. You’ll also have a chance to go a bit further out to catch Sheepshead and other nearshore species. Some of the techniques you’ll be using include jigging, popping, or spinning, and you can also purchase live shrimp to use as bait.
You’ll be provided with top-quality Shimano and Penn tackle so you don’t have to lug around your own equipment. There’s also a cooler on board with water, but feel free to bring own drinks and snacks as well. If you need overnight accommodation, let the crew know in advance and they’ll hook it up for you.
Last but not least, be sure to purchase a fishing license and show up at the marina 15 minutes prior to departure. The fuel is not included in the prices and should be paid additionally. Everything else is taken care of so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! Book your next fishing trip with Pelican Charters and get ready to land some monster fish down in the Bayou!
Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
83%
Appropriate for children
75%
Friendly captain
92%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Recommend this charter
74%
Caught fish
91%
Nov 9, 2024
7 Hour Trip
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Mansfield, TX
Jul 10, 2021
7 Hour Trip
Clearly the pic above is a Bull Red, but the trout I prepared from some of our catch is outstanding. I went on the trip for redfish, but am very pleased with the trout catch. Our initial reservation was canceled by that captain a week before we traveled from all over the country for this trip (Indiana, Ohio, Texas, and Louisiana) so we were glad not only to replace that trip, but fortunate to have Pelican as the replacement. Captain Jimmy did an excellent job of putting us on fish, knowing when a spot went cold/when to move on, explaining the what and why of what we did, and took excellent care of all 4 of us - from my adult kids (daughter pictured) to my 86 y.o father. It wasn't the first in-shore trip for any of us and this was among the best experiences we've had. He's personable and polite, and remembered all our names after our first meeting. He did his best to make sure we got the day we were after, and that's super important to me. He wasn't watching the clock for a reason to end the day like I've seen in reviews of other charters. I highly recommend Jimmy (Shaw?) and Pelican.
Clearly the pic above is a Bull Red, but the trout I prepared from some of our catch is outstanding. I went on the trip for redfish,...
Palestine, TX
Oct 17, 2022
7 Hour Trip
Limit of reds by 9:30 and spent the rest of the day catching bull reds. 40 plus bull reds. Trip of a lifetime. Captain Eddie was great.
Limit of reds by 9:30 and spent the rest of the day catching bull reds. 40 plus bull reds. Trip of a lifetime. Captain Eddie was...
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Vidor, TX
Apr 12, 2022
7 Hour Trip
Inshore fishing trip. Caught specs reds Sheephead and drum. Had a great time.
Inshore fishing trip. Caught specs reds Sheephead and drum. Had a great time.
United States
Mar 25, 2022
7 Hour Trip
Our captain was very good
Our captain was very good
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Rating summary
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Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
83%
Appropriate for children
75%
Friendly captain
92%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Recommend this charter
74%
Caught fish
91%
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7 Hour Trip on November 9, 2024
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Mansfield, TX
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7 Hour Trip on July 10, 2021
Clearly the pic above is a Bull Red, but the trout I prepared from some of our catch is outstanding. I went on the trip for redfish, but am very pleased with the trout catch. Our initial reservation was canceled by that captain a week before we traveled from all over the country for this trip (Indiana, Ohio, Texas, and Louisiana) so we were glad not only to replace that trip, but fortunate to have Pelican as the replacement. Captain Jimmy did an excellent job of putting us on fish, knowing when a spot went cold/when to move on, explaining the what and why of what we did, and took excellent care of all 4 of us - from my adult kids (daughter pictured) to my 86 y.o father. It wasn't the first in-shore trip for any of us and this was among the best experiences we've had. He's personable and polite, and remembered all our names after our first meeting. He did his best to make sure we got the day we were after, and that's super important to me. He wasn't watching the clock for a reason to end the day like I've seen in reviews of other charters. I highly recommend Jimmy (Shaw?) and Pelican.
Clearly the pic above is a Bull Red, but the trout I prepared from some of our catch is outstanding. I went on the trip for redfish, but am very pleased with the trout catch. Our initial reservation was canceled by that captain a week before we traveled from all over the country for this trip (Indiana, Ohio, Texas, and Louisiana) so we were glad not only to replace that trip, but fortunate to have Pelican as the replacement. Captain Jimmy did an excellent job of putting us on fish, knowing...
Palestine, TX
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7 Hour Trip on October 17, 2022
Limit of reds by 9:30 and spent the rest of the day catching bull reds. 40 plus bull reds. Trip of a lifetime. Captain Eddie was great.
Limit of reds by 9:30 and spent the rest of the day catching bull reds. 40 plus bull reds. Trip of a lifetime. Captain Eddie was great.
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Vidor, TX
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7 Hour Trip on April 12, 2022
Inshore fishing trip. Caught specs reds Sheephead and drum. Had a great time.
Inshore fishing trip. Caught specs reds Sheephead and drum. Had a great time.
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7 Hour Trip on March 25, 2022
Our captain was very good
Our captain was very good
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