Fishing with Fern- The Family friendly guide 

4.9
(48 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Bigelow Street 526, Aransas Pass, TX 78336, United States–

Fishing with Fern- The Family friendly guide 

Aransas Pass, TX, United States
–
23 ft
4
4.9
(48 reviews)

If you're ready to enjoy fishing in Aransas Pass, or Port A look no further than Fishing With Fern.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Black Drum ask Fern what’s currently happening.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! As a father of 2 small children I pride myself in having the patience to help and teach anglers of all skill level.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. Kids 17 and younger do mot need a license . This information is usually available online, or you can ask Capt. Fern for a link.

If you're ready to enjoy fishing in Aransas Pass, or Port A look no further than Fishing With Fern.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, Black Drum ask Fern what’s currently happening.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! As a father of 2 small children I pride myself in having the patience to help and teach anglers of all skill level.

Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. Kids 17 and younger do mot need a license . This information is usually available online, or you can ask Capt. Fern for a link.

Fernando Herrera
Captain
Fernando Herrera
ID & credentials verified

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half day- Afternoon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Black Drum
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
6 hour trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.9
48 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (102)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
90%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

Reviews (48)

  • James Garcia
    James Garcia
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    First fishing trip and nothing will top it.

    6 hour trip on August 29, 2026 • 2 adults

    Wife and I moved from California to San Antonio, we are carpenter and electrician couple. Decided to go fishing in Aransas Pass, and found Fern as our guide. We caught 7lb redfish, trout and a 20lb Bonnethead Shark. We crossed off everything on our bucket list for a fishing trip. Fern was a solid guide that loves his trade. As a carpenter foreman i look for guys that love there trade and as far as fishing goes Fern loves his trade and it shows in his work. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a trip. We will be coming back again and again. Support this Captain and give him his shot, there is not many out there like him.

  • Donna Mainz
    Donna Mainz
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Exceptional Captain and an Unforgettable Family Fishing Trip!

    6 hour trip on July 28, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 child

    My wife and son had an incredible guided fishing trip and caught six redfish! The captain was exceptional from start to finish. He even picked them up directly from our private dock, which made everything extremely convenient and gave them more time out on the water. He was patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to teach our son some great fishing skills along the way. At the end of the trip, he cleaned all the fish for them as well. It was a memorable experience, and we would absolutely book with him again!

  • James Young
    James Young
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Tough fishing but good times were had

    Sun downers fishing trip. on March 19, 2026 • 2 adults

    Fish were not cooperating all week but Fern was on top of his game and tried everything in the tackle box. super personable and great guy!

  • Gilbert Ochoa
    Gilbert Ochoa
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Will do again

    Half day (Morning) on March 25, 2026 • 3 adults

    It was a very slow day Fernando was not satisfied until we got Fish. My son caught his first salt water fish!!

  • Mark Adleman
    Mark Adleman
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great!

    Half day (Morning) on March 18, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

    Captain Fern knew exactly where to catch fish and ee caught two large redfish.

  • Jefferey Barcak
    Jefferey Barcak
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience

    Afternoon/ Evening trip on April 13, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain Fern delivered a great fishing experience. We were concerned about the very windy conditions and the full moon cycle, but he put us on some keepers. He was very attentive and focused on finding fish. Would definitely book him again.

  • Martha Garcia
    Martha Garcia
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Half Day trip with Captain Fern September 2022

    6 hour trip on September 18, 2022 • 4 adults

    Hello from Houston. We just returned from a weekend trip in Rockport/Aransas Pass to celebrate our Father's 85th Birthday with some beach time and especially Fishing time. We planned this trip months ago and did our homework looking for the right Captain/Guide. After reading the reviews on Capt Fern, we knew that he was the one. Let me tell y'all, he was OUTSTANDING! He was prompt, very patient and extremely professional. His knowledge of the area and his experience as an angler was impressive. He taught us so much about fishing and constantly made sure we were having fun. He was absolutely wonderful (caring and compassionate) with our elderly Father, for which we are so thankful for. Don't look elsewhere folks, he is amazing! We will definately book with him again for our next adventure.

  • Mark Victorson
    Mark Victorson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2022
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip

    6 hour trip on March 29, 2022 • 3 adults • 1 child

    I’m not 1 for reviews. I can count on one hand the number I’ve done in my lifetime but this trip requires one. Captain Fern went out of his way before our trip even started. The weather was iffy all week so he worked with us to find the best day. We went on 3/31 and from the beginning he was the consummate professional. On time, explained the trip and his goals and took care of every detail. He took us to numerous spots, worked different baits, and a picture says a 1000 words so I won’t. My 12 year old had a great time and the 2 older guys did too! Highly recommend Fern for your trip and we will use him again when we return. Thanks for the adventure Fern. Hope to see you again soon!

  • Laura Reyes
    Laura Reyes
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2022
    5.0
    Verified

    Best fishing trip

    4 Person Trip on February 26, 2022 • 2 adults

    I highly recommend booking a fishing trip with Fernando. I booked a trip for my husband and he had a lot of fun. Fernando was very informative and knowledgeable. Weather was cold and drizzly but Fernando kept communication and once it was safe to go out the guys left to fish. It was great knowing that Fernando was putting all their safety first and I definitely appreciated that. The guys caught a great amount of fish and my husband enjoyed his trip. Fernando had everything the guys needed for fishing and what they caught was filleted at dock. We will definitely be booking with Fernando when we are in town for our summer trip.

  • Brian  Labombard
    Brian Labombard
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2020
    9 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Bay fishing with Captain Fernando

    6 hour trip on April 2, 2022 • 5 adults • 3 children

    What a good experience on a hard fishing day(not a active fish day with a lot of boats on the water). We went with three kids, 7 -14 age range. They had a great time. Captain Fern works very well with everyone, and is super patient(thank you!!!). We got two black drum right away, but then had to hunt around for some redfish, and he found some. Even scored one random trout! He has knowledge of the area, knows how to find fish. Combine that with friendly disposition and you have a great guide. Thank you Captain Fern!!!

FAQs about Fishing with Fern- The Family friendly guide

Fishing with Fern- The Family friendly guide offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half day- Afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 hour trip (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Fishing with Fern- The Family friendly guide, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Fishing with Fern- The Family friendly guide include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is provided and built into the cost of the trip. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (I will fillet your catch for you at not extra cost. )
  • Drinks (Bottled water )
Fishing with Fern- The Family friendly guide offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Redfish Bay, Rockport, Ingleside, Port Aransas)
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Fishing with Fern- The Family friendly guide offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Fishing with Fern- The Family friendly guide include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Fernando Herrera
Fernando Herrera
Aransas Pass, Texas, United States
13 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
48 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since January 2022
Captain Fernando has been fishing Redfish Bay for over 24 years. fishing is an absolute passion and taking people fishing and witnessing the enjoyment of others, catching reds and trout is what I love the most.
Fernando Herrera
Fernando Herrera
Fully verified
13
reports
48
reviews
2022
member since
~1h
response
Captain Fernando has been fishing Redfish Bay for over 24 years. fishing is an absolute passion and taking people fishing and witnessing the enjoyment of others, catching reds and trout is what I love the most.

The fish you can target

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

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while standing on a boat in calm waters during sunset.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    James G.
    James G.
    Wife and I moved from California to San Antonio, we are carpenter and electrician couple. Decided to go fishing in Aransas Pass, and found Fern as our guide. We caught 7lb redfish, trout and a 20lb Bonnethead Shark. We crossed off everything on our bucket list for a fishing trip. Fern was a solid guide that loves his trade. As a carpenter foreman i look for guys that love there trade and as far as fishing goes Fern loves his trade and it shows in his work. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a trip. We will be coming back again and again. Support this Captain and give him his shot, there is not many out there like him.
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a large Redfish on a boat during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Donna M.
    Donna M.
    My wife and son had an incredible guided fishing trip and caught six redfish! The captain was exceptional from start to finish. He even picked them up directly from our private dock, which made everything extremely convenient and gave them more time out on the water. He was patient, knowledgeable, and took the time to teach our son some great fishing skills along the way. At the end of the trip, he cleaned all the fish for them as well. It was a memorable experience, and we would absolutely book with him again!
  • A family proudly displays their catch of Redfish in front of the Harbor City Bait shop in Port Aransas.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Gilbert O.
    Gilbert O.
    It was a very slow day Fernando was not satisfied until we got Fish. My son caught his first salt water fish!!
  • Angler holding a large redfish aboard a small fishing boat on open coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    James Y.
    James Y.
    Fish were not cooperating all week but Fern was on top of his game and tried everything in the tackle box. super personable and great guy!
  • A young angler and an adult proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Mark A.
    Mark A.
    Captain Fern knew exactly where to catch fish and ee caught two large redfish.
  • A variety of fish including Redfish and Speckled Trout laid out on a clean surface, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Brandie P.
    Brandie P.
    Awesome experience with Fern. Will definitely be booking again.
  • A cooler filled with multiple Speckled Trout, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Brown Trout
    With school out for the summer the waterways have been busy. Get in on the action trout have been consistsnt on croaker, however the redfish have been elusive in this heat.
  • A large Speckled Trout displayed on a measuring board, showcasing its size after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Speckled Trout
    Its that time of the year trout catching in full swing. Using live croaker working grasslines and edges.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Yellowtail on a boat during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Jack Crevalle
    Fish move around our bay system so frequently I often venture out and try some of my Other spots when not on chartered trips. With the tide so low, my bay boat has its limitations but i was determined to walk up on some tailing reds in the skinny water. So off I went with my waterloo and Saltwater assanan morning glory shad with a 1/8oz jig head. Sight casting tailing reds is awesome, however not easy, throwing into the wind in clear water the fish were skiddish. All in all great day, oh and the Trout are moving in already!
  • Four redfish hanging in an organized catch display on a boat or dock board.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jefferey B.
    Jefferey B.
    Captain Fern delivered a great fishing experience. We were concerned about the very windy conditions and the full moon cycle, but he put us on some keepers. He was very attentive and focused on finding fish. Would definitely book him again.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2014
Boat manufacturer
Haynie
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzukie
Powered by
1 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is provided and built into the cost of the trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
I will fillet your catch for you at not extra cost.
Drinks
Bottled water

How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Aransas Pass right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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