Early Out Fishing
Early Out Fishing
Early Out Fishing wishes you a warm welcome to Galveston, Texas. Have a lovely day exploring the area’s inshore and nearshore waters and chasing many different species. Captain Christopher McAfee will guide you to the best fishing spots and make sure you have an enjoyable and productive trip.
Captain Christopher’s boat is a 2003 31’Cobia that had a major upgrade in 2020. Apart from Garmin navigation and a fishfinder, the boat has a full private head, live bait well, 2 large fish-boxes to keep your catch fresh and cold as well as plenty of shade with its large T-Top. The Cobia is also equipped with outriggers and powered by twin 225 Yamaha engines to get you fishing quickly. With a full walk-around deck, the boat provides plenty of room for fishing. The captain always has 3 rules on the boat – be safe, have fun, and catch fish!
The species you can target include Blacktip and Bonnethead Shark, Sheepshead, Flounder, Redfish, Black Drum, and Spotted Seatrout. The techniques you can expect to use are light tackle, heavy tackle, and bottom fishing. If you decide to keep the fish you catch, Captain Christopher can clean and fillet it for you at no extra charge.
All the fishing rods, reels, tackle, as well as live bait will be waiting for you on board. Just make sure to bring your fishing licenses, snacks, and drinks and you will be ready for the adventure.
Join Early Out Fishing and make some lovely memories fishing in Texas!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (295)
+292Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
94%
Oct 5, 2025
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM)
A great day on the Bay!
I recently had an incredible day of fishing with Chris and John that was nothing short of memorable! From start to finish, both of them displayed exceptional consideration, especially when I unfortunately got a bit sea sick. They made sure to check on me frequently, adjusting our plans with kindness and understanding to ensure I was comfortable throughout the trip. Despite the rough patches, our fishing experience ended up being quite successful! We managed to hook some big redfish, which certainly made the day worthwhile. Chris and John are not only skilled fishermen but also great companions, making the entire experience enjoyable with their friendly banter and expert tips. I could not recommend these guys more. If you’re looking for a fantastic day out on the water, with skilled and considerate guides, Chris and John are definitely the way to go! Looking forward to our next adventure together.
I recently had an incredible day of fishing with Chris and John that was nothing short of memorable! From start to finish, both...
Aug 2, 2025
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM)
1st timers of Saltwater Fishing
Captain Chris and assistant John were great! Both very knowledgeable of the sea fishing, very helpful at assisting my family of 5 with all our fishing needs. They taught us about different sea creatures as well as provided some local history of the area. Their personalities fit very well with ours. They were easy going, funny, and kept everything running smoothly. We are already looking at dates to book with them again! My family has experienced fresh water guided fishing trips before and now have this great 1st time salt water experience to add to our adventures. We will be back for more! Highly recommend Captain Chris!
Captain Chris and assistant John were great! Both very knowledgeable of the sea fishing, very helpful at assisting my family...
Aug 1, 2025
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Incredible Day on the Water
We had an unforgettable fishing trip with Captain Mike and First Mate John. These guys know their stuff — we caught over 10 different species of fish throughout the day, and the action never stopped. Captain Mike put us right on the fish every time, and John was constantly helping with bait, technique, and keeping the energy up. Their professionalism, knowledge, and great attitudes made the whole trip smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and perfect for a day on the water. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, this is the crew you want to fish with. Highly recommend Early Out Fishing Charter if you’re in Galveston and want an exciting, productive, and memorable fishing experience. We’ll absolutely be back!
We had an unforgettable fishing trip with Captain Mike and First Mate John. These guys know their stuff — we caught over 10 different...
Jun 27, 2025
1/2 Day Trip – Bay/Jetty (PM)
Best fishing trip and crew ever!
Captain Chris and his first mate John were fantastic! After intros and safety rundown we were on our way to the North jetty to catch fish - and catch fish we did. It took a little bit of practice to get the hang of casting and Chris and John were spot on to help cast and coach us on how to get better. We never got quite as good as the pros, but that didn’t stop us from catching about twenty fish across six or seven species. Nine were in regulation and good-eating fish, black drum, sheephead, speckled trout, and gaffhead catfish (they cleaned and packed up all the fish for us that we’re going to enjoy this week for dinner). We caught some good bait fish for sharks so took off to another spot to try to reel in a big one. While we didn’t get a shark, the whole day flew by talking about music, sports, family and having a great day of fishing. Only regret is that we didn’t book a longer trip, we’ll be back again soon for an all day fishing excursion with Chris and John. Thanks to you both for an awesome experience! Michael
Captain Chris and his first mate John were fantastic! After intros and safety rundown we were on our way to the North jetty to...
Captain replied
Jul 26, 2025
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM)
Great Captain and Crew!
We had such a great time with Captain Chris! We are experienced anglers and take 15-20 guided trips per year in many different locations. The boat has twin Yamaha 225s and is in fantastic shape with tons of room. Chris and his mate worked really hard to put us on the fish, even though conditions were extremely challenging. We caught lots fish and had lots of laughs. Chris and his hand both have great personalities and are extremely friendly. We will definitely be using Chris and Out Early Charters for our future fishing trips in Galveston!
We had such a great time with Captain Chris! We are experienced anglers and take 15-20 guided trips per year in many different...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (295)
+292Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
94%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
A great day on the Bay!
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM) on October 5, 2025
I recently had an incredible day of fishing with Chris and John that was nothing short of memorable! From start to finish, both of them displayed exceptional consideration, especially when I unfortunately got a bit sea sick. They made sure to check on me frequently, adjusting our plans with kindness and understanding to ensure I was comfortable throughout the trip. Despite the rough patches, our fishing experience ended up being quite successful! We managed to hook some big redfish, which certainly made the day worthwhile. Chris and John are not only skilled fishermen but also great companions, making the entire experience enjoyable with their friendly banter and expert tips. I could not recommend these guys more. If you’re looking for a fantastic day out on the water, with skilled and considerate guides, Chris and John are definitely the way to go! Looking forward to our next adventure together.
I recently had an incredible day of fishing with Chris and John that was nothing short of memorable! From start to finish, both of them displayed exceptional consideration, especially when I unfortunately got a bit sea sick. They made sure to check on me frequently, adjusting our plans with kindness and understanding to ensure I was comfortable throughout the trip. Despite the rough patches, our fishing experience ended up being quite successful! We managed to hook some big redfish, which certainly...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
1st timers of Saltwater Fishing
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM) on August 2, 2025
Captain Chris and assistant John were great! Both very knowledgeable of the sea fishing, very helpful at assisting my family of 5 with all our fishing needs. They taught us about different sea creatures as well as provided some local history of the area. Their personalities fit very well with ours. They were easy going, funny, and kept everything running smoothly. We are already looking at dates to book with them again! My family has experienced fresh water guided fishing trips before and now have this great 1st time salt water experience to add to our adventures. We will be back for more! Highly recommend Captain Chris!
Captain Chris and assistant John were great! Both very knowledgeable of the sea fishing, very helpful at assisting my family of 5 with all our fishing needs. They taught us about different sea creatures as well as provided some local history of the area. Their personalities fit very well with ours. They were easy going, funny, and kept everything running smoothly. We are already looking at dates to book with them again! My family has experienced fresh water guided fishing trips before...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Incredible Day on the Water
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM) on August 1, 2025
We had an unforgettable fishing trip with Captain Mike and First Mate John. These guys know their stuff — we caught over 10 different species of fish throughout the day, and the action never stopped. Captain Mike put us right on the fish every time, and John was constantly helping with bait, technique, and keeping the energy up. Their professionalism, knowledge, and great attitudes made the whole trip smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and perfect for a day on the water. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced angler, this is the crew you want to fish with. Highly recommend Early Out Fishing Charter if you’re in Galveston and want an exciting, productive, and memorable fishing experience. We’ll absolutely be back!
We had an unforgettable fishing trip with Captain Mike and First Mate John. These guys know their stuff — we caught over 10 different species of fish throughout the day, and the action never stopped. Captain Mike put us right on the fish every time, and John was constantly helping with bait, technique, and keeping the energy up. Their professionalism, knowledge, and great attitudes made the whole trip smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. The boat was clean, well-equipped, and perfect...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Best fishing trip and crew ever!
1/2 Day Trip – Bay/Jetty (PM) on June 27, 2025
Captain Chris and his first mate John were fantastic! After intros and safety rundown we were on our way to the North jetty to catch fish - and catch fish we did. It took a little bit of practice to get the hang of casting and Chris and John were spot on to help cast and coach us on how to get better. We never got quite as good as the pros, but that didn’t stop us from catching about twenty fish across six or seven species. Nine were in regulation and good-eating fish, black drum, sheephead, speckled trout, and gaffhead catfish (they cleaned and packed up all the fish for us that we’re going to enjoy this week for dinner). We caught some good bait fish for sharks so took off to another spot to try to reel in a big one. While we didn’t get a shark, the whole day flew by talking about music, sports, family and having a great day of fishing. Only regret is that we didn’t book a longer trip, we’ll be back again soon for an all day fishing excursion with Chris and John. Thanks to you both for an awesome experience! Michael
Captain Chris and his first mate John were fantastic! After intros and safety rundown we were on our way to the North jetty to catch fish - and catch fish we did. It took a little bit of practice to get the hang of casting and Chris and John were spot on to help cast and coach us on how to get better. We never got quite as good as the pros, but that didn’t stop us from catching about twenty fish across six or seven species. Nine were in regulation and good-eating fish, black drum, sheephead,...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great Captain and Crew!
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM) on July 26, 2025
We had such a great time with Captain Chris! We are experienced anglers and take 15-20 guided trips per year in many different locations. The boat has twin Yamaha 225s and is in fantastic shape with tons of room. Chris and his mate worked really hard to put us on the fish, even though conditions were extremely challenging. We caught lots fish and had lots of laughs. Chris and his hand both have great personalities and are extremely friendly. We will definitely be using Chris and Out Early Charters for our future fishing trips in Galveston!
We had such a great time with Captain Chris! We are experienced anglers and take 15-20 guided trips per year in many different locations. The boat has twin Yamaha 225s and is in fantastic shape with tons of room. Chris and his mate worked really hard to put us on the fish, even though conditions were extremely challenging. We caught lots fish and had lots of laughs. Chris and his hand both have great personalities and are extremely friendly. We will definitely be using Chris and Out Early Charters...
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