Jody Starr Outfitting
+55Famous for its incredible beaches, birdwatching, the Texas Maritime Museum, and of course, fishing, Rockport attracts numerous nature lovers each year. If you’re eager to explore the best that these plentiful waters have in store, booking a trip with Jody Starr Outfitting is a safe bet. They offer premier inshore guided trips for anglers of all skill levels. Capt. Jody Starr has 35 years of experience, and he can’t wait to share his knowledge with you.
Spend a day aboard his 25’ Haynie bay boat, fresh out of the box in 2019. It still has that new boat smell and comes with the latest marine electronics and safety gear, a 350 HP Mercury engine, a wireless trolling motor, and a live bait tank. It also has 2 onboard coolers – one for your refreshments and one for the catch. It can accommodate up to 4 anglers fishing in full comfort (less when fly fishing).
Fly fishing is reserved for a maximum of 2 anglers, out of which one person can fish at a time. Just make sure to bring your own gear. If you’re more into the conventional tackle, the captain will supply the top-notch equipment by various brands (mostly Falcon). You’ll get to choose between lures and live bait, which is sometimes caught before, and sometimes during the trip.
You’ll get your lines wet in just 10–30 minutes after leaving the dock and Capt. Jody will show you his favorite secret spots. Depending on the bite, you’ll get to reel in Trout, Redfish, and Flounder, as well as Black Drum. You’ll be fishing until you reach the limits or you can stay out there and just relax in the sun.
After the trip, the captain will clean and fillet your catch free of charge. Kids of all ages are welcome to join, just bring your own life jackets for the smallest of them. You should also purchase licenses before the trip and bring any food/drinks of your choice.
All aboard!
Captain
Jody Starr
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In demand! Last booked: 16 hours ago
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+31Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
83%
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Captain Jody Delivers!
Full Day Trip on March 11, 2025
Captain Jody was ALL IN for our bay fishing trip with me and my young sons. What was a challenging morning with the tide, weather and lack of bite, turned into a VERY productive afternoon! He never gave up and we kept moving until we started catching, and boy did we! Overall, Jody has a great disposition, is very knowledgeable and will get you on the fish. I have been on trips where the guide will simply tuck tail and give up, but Jody was persistent and pleasant at the same time. We are so thankful that he made our trip so memorable. We will be booking again with him again in the future.
Captain Jody was ALL IN for our bay fishing trip with me and my young sons. What was a challenging morning with the tide, weather and lack of bite, turned into a VERY productive afternoon! He never gave up and we kept moving until we started catching, and boy did we! Overall, Jody has a great disposition, is very knowledgeable and will get you on the fish. I have been on trips where the guide will simply tuck tail and give up, but Jody was persistent and pleasant at the same time. We are...
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"Capt. Jody was fantastic!
Full Day Trip on October 26, 2024
We got off to a late start—totally our fault since we fished the night before and stayed out a bit too late. Capt. Jody was super understanding and didn’t mind us arriving a little later than planned. He even recommended a great spot for breakfast and helped us stock up on cold drinks and snacks for the trip. Finally, we got to fish Rockport! Capt. Jody took us to several prime spots, where a couple of us had a chance to wade, while others fished from the boat. By the end of the trip, we had an awesome catch of redfish and black drum. Capt. Jody truly knew where to find them, and we had a blast! Highly recommend him to anyone looking for a memorable fishing trip in Rockport!"
We got off to a late start—totally our fault since we fished the night before and stayed out a bit too late. Capt. Jody was super understanding and didn’t mind us arriving a little later than planned. He even recommended a great spot for breakfast and helped us stock up on cold drinks and snacks for the trip. Finally, we got to fish Rockport! Capt. Jody took us to several prime spots, where a couple of us had a chance to wade, while others fished from the boat. By the end of the trip, we had...
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Great Family Fishing Trip
Full Day Trip on August 31, 2024
Jody Starr is an amazing captain. We caught over a dozen fish with most of them being keepers. His boat and fishing gear was in great condition and he made us feel comfortable the whole trip. But even more than being an amazing captain, he was an amazing friend and guide to my young daughters (age 7 and 12). He treated them like his own and made the trip memorable for them. They had a blast and can't wait to go again. He showed patience, care, and effort in helping them catch fish. Both caught a limit worth and I'm pretty sure him and my youngest daughter are good buddies now. I truly appreciate his efforts and amazing attitude helping make this family fishing trip a success. I highly recommend Jody Starr if you ever get the chance. Thanks again Captain.
Jody Starr is an amazing captain. We caught over a dozen fish with most of them being keepers. His boat and fishing gear was in great condition and he made us feel comfortable the whole trip. But even more than being an amazing captain, he was an amazing friend and guide to my young daughters (age 7 and 12). He treated them like his own and made the trip memorable for them. They had a blast and can't wait to go again. He showed patience, care, and effort in helping them catch fish. Both caught...
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July fishing trip
Full Day Trip on July 1, 2025
Captain Jody Starr was exceptionally knowledgeable about the fish & area. He was an absolute pleasure to fish with. Put us on the fish immediately! Captain Jody made us feel comfortable & made it fun for everyone on board. Definitely look forward to more trips with him.
Captain Jody Starr was exceptionally knowledgeable about the fish & area. He was an absolute pleasure to fish with. Put us on the fish immediately! Captain Jody made us feel comfortable & made it fun for everyone on board. Definitely look forward to more trips with him.
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Good Experience
Full Day Trip on March 8, 2025
It was a tough day on the water but did the best we could. Captain used live & dead shrimp and was always there to bait and cast for those who needed it on the boat. Caught 8 black drum and 1 red and countless undersized fish when other boats/charters were struggling for the day. We changed spots often in pursuit of feeding fish. Captain was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive to our needs.
It was a tough day on the water but did the best we could. Captain used live & dead shrimp and was always there to bait and cast for those who needed it on the boat. Caught 8 black drum and 1 red and countless undersized fish when other boats/charters were struggling for the day. We changed spots often in pursuit of feeding fish. Captain was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive to our needs.
FAQs about Jody Starr Outfitting
What are the trip rates for Jody Starr Outfitting?
Jody Starr Outfitting offers the following trip to customers:
- US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Jody Starr Outfitting?
When you book a trip with Jody Starr Outfitting, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Ice Box For drinks and for the catch
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Jody Starr Outfitting?
Trips booked with Jody Starr Outfitting include:
- Rods, reels & tackle (Falcon and others)
- Live Bait (Prepared before or caught during the trip)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
What types of fishing does Jody Starr Outfitting offer?
Jody Starr Outfitting offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Flats Fishing
- Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Jody Starr Outfitting offer?
Jody Starr Outfitting offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Popping
- Fly Fishing (Max 2, bring your own gear)
- Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Jody Starr Outfitting?
Top targeted fish species with Jody Starr Outfitting include:
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Spotted Seatrout
Meet your captain
Rockport, Texas, United States
Captain Jody Starr has been fishing professionally for over 35 years, and his first encounter with fishing happened at a really young age when he was only 10. Fishing runs in his family, and he loves every aspect of it. The best part of the job to him is the challenge – never knowing what's around the corner and constantly meeting new people who share the same passion.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Inshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Popping
Fly Fishing
Max 2, bring your own gear
Drift Fishing
What's on board
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box
For drinks and for the catch
Radar
Included in the price
Rods, reels & tackle
Falcon and others
Live Bait
Prepared before or caught during the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
How cancellations work
Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
Listing policies
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No min. age, bring your own jackets for younger
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How to pay
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Rockport right now
Black Drum
Flounder
Redfish