Twisted Arrow Bowfishing 

4.4/5 (9 reviews)
 13030 Bernhardt Road, San Antonio, TX 78263, United States

Join Twisted Arrow Bowfishing on an action-packed adventure on some of San Antonio’s most prolific lakes! Captain Patrick Orosco is an expert bow fisherman with over 3 decades of experience fishing Texas’ lakes, rivers, and inshore waters. He invites customers of all ages and levels of experience to come and target prehistoric monsters with a bow and arrow.

You’ll be shooting from a 21’ Tracker center console, equipped with GPS and fishfinder. This boat is perfect for targeting big fish in shallow waters and comes with a wireless trolling motor to stealthily put you on your target without being detected. She accommodates up to 5 guests and there’s no minimum age for children as long as a parent or guardian is present.

No prior experience is needed in order to bowfish. Capt. Patrick and his first mate are both experienced anglers and excellent instructors. They’ll teach you everything you need to know before getting started and supply you with top-quality bowfishing equipment.

You’ll be fishing from a raised deck in order to give you a better vantage point over your prey. Your main target species are Alligator Gar (Longnose and Shortnose), Tilapia, Common Carp, Grass Carp, and Suckermouth Catfish (Plecostomus). You’ll be fishing Calaveras, Braunig, and Medina Lakes, which are brimming with all these species and so many more!

Most importantly, be sure to purchase your fishing license before your trip. You can either do so online or at a local bait shop. Also, feel free to bring nibbles and drinks, including beer, and the rest will be covered.

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. Start planning your adventure today and let Twisted Arrow Bowfishing take you on an unforgettable adventure through the wild side of Texas!

Patrick Orosco

Captain

Patrick Orosco

9 years of experience

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Lunch)

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
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4 Hour Trip – Bow Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:45 PM
US $450 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
6 Hour Trip – Alligator Gar
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat, Sun)
US $850 
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.4/5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
4.4/5
Crew
4.5/5
Experience
4.3/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (8)

Night bow fishing.
Night bow fishing.
4 hour trip with Patrick
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

89%

Appropriate for children

89%

Friendly captain

89%

Satisfied with the boat

89%

Recommend this charter

89%

Caught fish

89%

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Marcey H.
Marcey H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

First but not last bowfishing trip

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4 Hour Trip – Bow Fishing on September 28, 2024

This was our first trip but wont be the last. Patrick did everything he could to give us a great experience and plenty of shot opportunities. The lake conditions and fish didn't make it easy but that's part of fishing. He took us all over the lake and we did get fish in the boat and most importantly we had a good time.

This was our first trip but wont be the last. Patrick did everything he could to give us a great experience and plenty of shot opportunities. The lake conditions and fish didn't make it easy but that's part of fishing. He took us all over the lake and we did get fish in the boat and most importantly we had a good time.  

 Marcey H. recommends Twisted Arrow Bowfishing

Marsha G.
Marsha G.

Salina, Kansas

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

4 hour trip with Patrick

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4 Hour Trip – Bow Fishing on March 17, 2022

Patrick showed up all gear ready to go prior to launch. Our experience should have been only 4 hours but was longer. He was very knowledgeable of the different fish in the lake & other surrounding areas. All bows in great condition to fit a variety of age & weight pulls. Family friendly fun!! #bustingscalesinponytails #forcefeedem

Patrick showed up all gear ready to go prior to launch. Our experience should have been only 4 hours but was longer. He was very knowledgeable of the different fish in the lake & other surrounding areas. All bows in great condition to fit a variety of age & weight pulls. Family friendly fun!! #bustingscalesinponytails #forcefeedem  

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 Marsha G. recommends Twisted Arrow Bowfishing

Kevin P.
Kevin P.

Midland, TX

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Night bow fishing.

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4 Hour Trip – Bow Fishing on April 4, 2022

Had a blast bow fishing with Patrick. Nice set up and equipment, very knowledgeable. Very relaxing. We will certainly come back to the San Antonio area again just to fish and hunt with him. 20 seconds into the trip we felt like we had known him and been friends for years. Could not recommend more highly.

Had a blast bow fishing with Patrick. Nice set up and equipment, very knowledgeable. Very relaxing. We will certainly come back to the San Antonio area again just to fish and hunt with him. 20 seconds into the trip we felt like we had known him and been friends for years. Could not recommend more highly.  

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 Kevin P. recommends Twisted Arrow Bowfishing
Patrick Orosco
Patrick Orosco (The Captain)
Replied on April 5, 2022
Thank you, it was a pleasure having y'all aboard it was a fun night with great conversations! Looking forward to fishing with y'all again! Hopefully we can meet up north for an ice fishing trip and a few cold ones one day soon, I gotta scratch that off the bucket list.

Chris C. S.
Chris C. S.

Houston, TX

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Night trip with Captain Patrick

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6 Hour Trip – Alligator Gar on March 13, 2022

My teenage boys loved this trip and we will do it again! Plenty of shooting opportunities - nonstop action once the sun goes down.

My teenage boys loved this trip and we will do it again! Plenty of shooting opportunities - nonstop action once the sun goes down.  

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 Chris C. S. recommends Twisted Arrow Bowfishing

Tomas G.
Tomas G.

Larned, KS

4.3/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

4.0/5

Overall

Halfday trip with Capt Patruck

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4 Hour Trip – Bow Fishing on August 6, 2022

We went out on a half day trip with Capt Patrick and had a great time. We didnt't get any in the boat but had two really good ones on the line, unfortunately they got off. Capt Patrick was really informative and we had a great time learning from him. We will definately be doing this again.

We went out on a half day trip with Capt Patrick and had a great time. We didnt't get any in the boat but had two really good ones on the line, unfortunately they got off. Capt Patrick was really informative and we had a great time learning from him. We will definately be doing this again.  

 Tomas G. recommends Twisted Arrow Bowfishing
Patrick Orosco
Patrick Orosco (The Captain)
Replied on August 13, 2022
It was a pleasure having y'all aboard I look forward to fishing with y'all again!!!

FAQs about Twisted Arrow Bowfishing

What are the trip rates for Twisted Arrow Bowfishing?

Twisted Arrow Bowfishing offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $450 per group, additional US $125 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Bow Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $250 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Alligator Gar (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Twisted Arrow Bowfishing?

When you book a trip with Twisted Arrow Bowfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
What's included in the trip price with Twisted Arrow Bowfishing?

Trips booked with Twisted Arrow Bowfishing include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle (All bows & gear are provided )
  • First Mate (Tips are always appreciated! )
  • Lunch (BBQ available upon prior request )
What types of fishing does Twisted Arrow Bowfishing offer?

Twisted Arrow Bowfishing offers the following types of fishing:

  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing (Calaveras, Medina, & Victor Braunig Lakes)
  • Inshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Twisted Arrow Bowfishing offer?

Twisted Arrow Bowfishing offers the following fishing technique:

  • Bowfishing (Equipment is provided & included in the price )
Which fish species can I catch with Twisted Arrow Bowfishing?

Top targeted fish species with Twisted Arrow Bowfishing include:

  • Alligator Gar
  • Black Drum
  • Carp
  • Tilapia

Your captain

Patrick Orosco

San Antonio, Texas, United States

16 Customer reviews
Response time 22 hours
Member since April 2019

Captain Patrick Orosco has been fishing for the last 3 decades of his life. It’s always been his #1 passion, so deciding to make a career out of it was a natural decision. He’s been a licensed captain since 2014 and he began running charters 2 years later. Bowfishing is his favorite technique and he loves targeting Gar and other shallow-water monsters. Capt. Patrick says the best part of the job is meeting new clients and taking families out on the water. Join Twisted Arrow Bowfishing and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! He is now offering rod and reel alligator gar trips and also crappie fishing trips!

The fish you can target

Alligator Gar
Alligator Gar
Black Drum
Black Drum
Carp
Carp
Tilapia
Tilapia

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Tracker
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 150HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing

Lake Fishing

Calaveras, Medina, & Victor Braunig Lakes

Inshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bowfishing

Equipment is provided & included in the price

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Wireless Trolling Motor

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

All bows & gear are provided

First Mate

Tips are always appreciated!

Lunch

BBQ available upon prior request

How cancellations work

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

No minimum age

You Keep Catch

Crew Keeps Catch

Whatever you decide not to keep

How you can pay

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

 American Express

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.