Are you ready for an adventure unlike any other? Then join Sterling’s Guide Service today with Captain Sterling Branscum himself. Owner and captain, he will make sure you have the best possible time out on the water with him.

Hop on board his 25’ South Shore center console that can comfortably fit you and 3 of your fishing friends. This boat has a 250 HP Mercury Pro XS engine that will get you to the fishing grounds before you know it. On board are full safety and navigational equipment, so you can fish with peace of mind. The fishfinder, paired with the captain’s extensive knowledge, will give you that extra edge when hunting your prey and the best possible chance of catching that trophy fish.

On the menu are Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, and Flounder. After the trip, the captain will happily fillet your haul for you, leaving you with the hard choice of how you will cook your catch later.

This vessel is great for everyone – it is wheelchair accessible (under 250 pounds) and is great for children over 4, with life vests available for them, too. Whatever your skill level, there is a fish out here with your name on it.

Top quality rods and reels from Penn and Shimano are included in the price. The live bait for the trip will be prepared in advance, giving you maximum time to fish for your personal best. Water is also provided – the food and drink you bring along can go into the captain’s cooler. He will direct you to the best places to purchase.

Before each trip, the captain will do a short safety briefing. Although you’ll be keeping to the shallows, please let him know if you are unable to swim.

There is no better time to book with Sterling’s Guide Service. Capt. Sterling can’t wait to welcome you on board and show you the tricks of the trade.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $800
    Spend 6 hours on this trip going after Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, and Flounder. All fishing gear and tackle are included in this trip. You will need to purchase a fishing license before the day. Feel free to bring along your own snacks which can go into the captain's cooler.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    US $800
    Spend the afternoon fishing for Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, and Flounder. There is water on board, but you are welcome to bring along your own food and drink too, which can go into the captain's cooler. Top quality rods and reels are included in the price, as well as the lures and bait. Please purchase a fishing license before the trip.

FAQs about Sterling's Guide Service

Sterling's Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Sterling's Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box ice chest

Trips booked with Sterling's Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn rods, Shimano reels)
  • Live Bait (Prepared in advance)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water)

Sterling's Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing

Sterling's Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Flounder Gigging

Top targeted fish species with Sterling's Guide Service include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Meet the Captain

Sterling Branscum
Corpus Christi, Texas, United States
5 Customer reviews
Member since October 2018
"You have to be confident in what you do to do it right!" Captain Sterling Branscum became a captain in 2011 and has never looked back since. He lives on the water, so you could say that saltwater is in his blood. Capt. Sterling loves to meet new people and ensure that they have a great time out with him. The best part of the job is the satisfaction he feels when people catch fish, and that sense of accomplishment of bringing happiness to people. He recently won a tournament catching a 27" Redfish. You will feel safe and comfortable on board.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Speckled Trout Speckled Trout

Boat specs

South Shore (Center console) originally built in 2013. Powered by a 250HP Mercury Pro XS engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 55 knots.

Length
25 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Popping
Drift Fishing
Flounder Gigging

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Ice Box
ice chest

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Penn rods, Shimano reels
Live Bait
Prepared in advance
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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
Min. age 4, life vests available
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
Under 250 pounds

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

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Fantastic trip!
1st fish of the day. 26 1\/2 inch Redfish. Awesome!
We had a great time catching these lovelies!
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Rick C.
CORP CHRISTI, TX
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Fishing with Sterling

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 24, 2021
Captain Sterling’s charter was amazing. We enjoyed the fishing as well as our conversations.  We had a wonderful time. ...
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Dan J.
Spokane, WA
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5 hour trip with Sterling.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on February 10, 2019
Four of us went on an amazing 5 hour fishing with with Sterling. The fishing that day was not the best but that fishing. I’ve...
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Nichole D.
Austin, Texas
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Fantastic trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 26, 2022
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John B.
Lake Havasu City, AZ
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August fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on August 7, 2021
Amazing time!
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Steve L.
Waxahachie, TX
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 25, 2021
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