First Cast Guide Service
First Cast Guide Service
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Experience world-class fishing in Port O'Connor, Texas, with First Cast Guide Service! Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, Captain John Ashley will guide you through the area's rich inshore and nearshore waters, including reefs, flats, and backcountry spots, where you'll target trophy Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Tripletail.
Step aboard a spacious 25' Ultra Cat flats boat, designed for comfort and stability. With room for up to 4 guests, this vessel is powered by a 250 HP Mercury engine reaching speeds of 50 knots, ensuring you get to the best fishing spots quickly. It's equipped with GPS navigation for precise tracking and a livewell to keep bait fresh for optimal fishing.
You'll have the chance to try bottom fishing, spinning, jigging, popping, and drift fishing, all with light tackle. Captain John provides top-quality rods, reels, tackle, and lures, and will clean and fillet your catch for free! Kids are welcome, making this a fantastic trip for families.
All you need to bring is your fishing license, snacks, and drinks. (Live bait is available at an extra cost.)
Book your adventure today and make unforgettable memories with First Cast Guide Service in Port O'Connor!
Experience world-class fishing in Port O'Connor, Texas, with First Cast Guide Service! Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, Captain John Ashley will guide you through the area's rich inshore and nearshore waters, including reefs, flats, and backcountry spots, where you'll target trophy Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Tripletail.
Step aboard a spacious 25' Ultra Cat flats boat, designed for comfort and stability. With room for up to 4 guests, this vessel is powered by a 250 HP Mercury engine reaching speeds of 50 knots, ensuring you get to the best fishing spots quickly. It's equipped with GPS navigation for precise tracking and a livewell to keep bait fresh for optimal fishing.
You'll have the chance to try bottom fishing, spinning, jigging, popping, and drift fishing, all with light tackle. Captain John provides top-quality rods, reels, tackle, and lures, and will clean and fillet your catch for free! Kids are welcome, making this a fantastic trip for families.
All you need to bring is your fishing license, snacks, and drinks. (Live bait is available at an extra cost.)
Book your adventure today and make unforgettable memories with First Cast Guide Service in Port O'Connor!
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Customer reviews
Rating
Anglers' gallery (8)
All reviews (11)
We had a great time. Captain John was very professional and experienced. On top on that , he is a funny guy. He got us on fish quickly and when we stopped getting bites , he knew exactly where to go. We will definitely book him again. Thanks again Captain John for a great fishing trip
Capt. John Ashley was very friendly and knowledgeable of all the bays. We thoroughly enjoyed the trip the entire day. It’s definitely shows that he has guided for quite some time. It started off a little slow, due to nature being the way she is, but come around noon it picked up really quickly and we came home with four keeper reds. Even cooked and ate part of the catch that night. I’m already planning a trip for the fall.
Sorry you weren't satisfied with your fishing trip. I work hard to put my customers on fish and take care of my costumers on the boat. Words of advice don't show up on your next charter sunburnt and hungover and take your misery out on charter service. Good luck and God bless.
FAQs about First Cast Guide Service
What are the trip rates for First Cast Guide Service?
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
- US $650 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with First Cast Guide Service?
- GPS
- Live bait well
What's included in the trip price with First Cast Guide Service?
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Live bait extra at market cost )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
What types of fishing does First Cast Guide Service offer?
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
What fishing techniques does First Cast Guide Service offer?
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing
Which fish species can I catch with First Cast Guide Service?
- Black Drum
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Speckled Trout
Your captain
Captain John grew up fishing the middle Texas Coast with his father and grandfather. The first encounter with fishing happened when he was only 8. He's been fishing the bays and waterways from Matagorda Bay to Mesquite Bay for over 4 decades. In 1999, he started guiding and has been a full-time professional fishing guide for the past 26 years.
Captain John grew up fishing the middle Texas Coast with his father and grandfather. The first encounter with fishing happened when he was only 8. He's been fishing the bays and waterways from Matagorda Bay to Mesquite Bay for over 4 decades. In 1999, he started guiding and has been a full-time professional fishing guide for the past 26 years.
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Which amenities are available onboard
What’s included in the trip price
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
How you can 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.
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