If you’re looking for a great, fun-filled day of fishing the waters of Galveston, you’ve found the right charter! Frisky Reds and its Captain Brandon McAfee provide some of the most exciting fishing experiences in Galveston, Texas. Join them on nearshore and offshore trips and explore the beautiful reefs and wrecks of Galveston waters.

The state-of-the-art vessel that you’ll be using is a 38’ Rampage offshore sport fishing boat. It can carry up to 6 guests and is powered by a powerful twin 510 HP Caterpillar C9 engine. Apart from modern navigation, fish finding, and communication systems, the boat is equipped with outriggers and a livewell. Its kitchen, toilet, shower, bed, and air conditioning guarantee you maximum comfort. You will also have a refrigerator and an ice-box at your disposal. A first mate will be on board, as well, to give you any help you need.

You’ll have the chance to bottom fish, deep sea fish, troll, jig, and drift fish. Some of the species you’ll encounter include Spadefish, Black Drum, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, and Blacktip Shark. Have a nice family outing by bringing your kids with you. When you return home, you can then take your catch and prepare some lovely meals for the whole family.

All the fishing gear will be ready for you on the boat. At the end of the trip, the crew will clean and fillet your catch, free of charge. Just bring your licenses, food, and drinks.

Captain Brandon and Frisky Reds invite you to Galveston for a wonderful day on the water.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $875
    Head out onto the water for a morning of great fishing. Comb the sheltered waters around local jetties for a ton of awesome inshore species. Target Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Jack, sharks, and much more. This trip is great for families. Bring your sunscreen, beverages, and snacks. If needed, pack your seasickness medication. There are no fuel charges for this trip.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    US $875
    Spend an afternoon of great fishing. Explore the sheltered waters around local jetties and chase many interesting species. You'll target Flounder, Trout, Redfish, Jack, sharks, and more. This trip is especially suitable for families. Don't forget to pack sunscreen, food, and beverages. If you need, pack your seasickness medication as well. There will be no fuel charges for this trip.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Jetty Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,095
    Head out onto the water for a morning of great fishing. Comb the sheltered waters around local jetties for a ton of awesome inshore species. Target Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Jack, sharks, and much more. This trip is great for families. Bring your sunscreen, beverages, and snacks. If needed, pack your seasickness medication. There are no fuel charges for this trip.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Jetty Trip PM
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    US $1,095
    Head out onto the water for a morning of great fishing. Comb the sheltered waters around local jetties for a ton of awesome inshore species. Target Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Jack, sharks, and much more. This trip is great for families. Bring your sunscreen, beverages, and snacks. If needed, pack your seasickness medication. There are no fuel charges for this trip.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 15
    US $2,850
    You will be going up to 45 miles offshore. You'll target Kingfish, Snapper, Trout, Mahi, Ling, sharks, and Tripletail. Remember to bring a valid Texas fishing license, some food and drinks, a hat, sunglasses, non-spray sunblock, comfortable non-marking shoes, and comfortable clothing. Also, pack your seasickness medication if needed.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
    Narrow-barred Spanish Mackerel
    Tigerfish
    Tigerfish
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $3,850
    This longer sea journey will have you deep sea fish for sharks, Kingfish, Snapper, Amberjack, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo. Included in the price are all the bait, tackle, fuel, and fish cleaning.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Private trip
    16 Hour Trip – Blue Water Deep Sea
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    16 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $4,900
    This longer sea journey will have you deep sea fish for sharks, Kingfish, Snapper, Amberjack, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo. Included in the price are all the bait, tackle, fuel, and fish cleaning. This can be an overnight trip to the deep water rigs fishing for tuna.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
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FAQs about Frisky Reds

Frisky Reds offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $875 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $875 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,095 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Jetty Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,095 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Jetty Trip PM (6 hours)
  • US $2,850 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $3,850 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing (12 hours)
  • US $4,900 per group - 16 Hour Trip – Blue Water Deep Sea (16 hours)

When you book a trip with Frisky Reds, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Both of our boats have full enclosed restroom.
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Frisky Reds include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (We use live bait according to targets. We are on the water daily and sometimes prefer different types of bait, frozen or live. All bait is always included.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (No change for cleaning and bagging fish. )
  • First Mate (My wife Bere runs with me a lot as a first mate, but we rotate several guys in and out. Some are college students at A&M studying marine biology. )

Frisky Reds offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (On the 12 hr trip we typically will be between 70 and 90 miles, the 8 hr offshore around 40 to 50. Jetty trip average around 6 to 8 miles. )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Frisky Reds offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Frisky Reds include:
  • Amberjack
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spadefish
  • Spanish Mackerel (Narrow-barred)
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet the Captain

Brandon Mcafee
Galveston, Texas, United States
7 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
65 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since September 2020
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I love all kinds of fishing, whether inshore or offshore. I never get tired of watching the big redfish or or monster snappers come aboard. I started fishing with grandparents when I could barely walk and addicted to it my whole life. I always try and make the best memories for all customers and always go the extra mile for kids.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Rampage (Sportfishing) originally built in 2006, and restored in 2016. Powered by 2 510HP Caterpillar c-9 engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
On the 12 hr trip we typically will be between 70 and 90 miles, the 8 hr offshore around 40 to 50. Jetty trip average around 6 to 8 miles.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Both of our boats have full enclosed restroom.
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
We use live bait according to targets. We are on the water daily and sometimes prefer different types of bait, frozen or live. All bait is always included.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
No change for cleaning and bagging fish.
First Mate
My wife Bere runs with me a lot as a first mate, but we rotate several guys in and out. Some are college students at A&M studying marine biology.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
We always love having kids aboard and teaching our techniques, radar, sonar, knot tying, etc. nothing better than seeing them bring up their best catch of a lifetime
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

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 1.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 64 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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BEST FISHING IN OVER A DECADE!!!
Fantastic charter with friendly crew and great boat.
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
85%
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Ethan M.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in June

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Jetty Trip on June 3, 2023
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Payton B.
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Fantastic charter with friendly crew and great boat.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 13, 2024
Although the fishing itself wasn’t great due to seasonal timing, the crew was fantastic. Steve and Chris were very engaging...
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Rachel H.
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Fantastic Time 6 Hour Afternoon Trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Jetty Trip PM on March 11, 2024
We had a fantastic time on the Frisky Reds pm 6-hour trip. Brandon and Bere went above and beyond to show our family a great...
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Chris B.
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Great day with lots of sharks!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Jetty Trip on July 21, 2023
Went fishing with 2 adults and 4 tweens and teens.  Great trip.  Captain and first mate were very friendly and helpful, especially...
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Tim S.
Brookside Village, TX
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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8 Hour Off shore trip

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on July 22, 2023
We had a really good time with Frisky Reds. From the moment we got to the fishing spot the Red Snapper was biting immediately....
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