Early Out Fishing
Veteran owned
+13Early 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!
Captain
Christopher McAfee
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+258Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
93%
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Capt Chris & John… Thank you
1/2 Day Trip – Bay/Jetty (PM) on June 14, 2025
I reached out to Capt Chris with hopes to get my dad out of the house for Father’s Day. I’d recently lost my grandmother and my dad was having a hard time. Captain Chris promised me he’d do his best to make sure he enjoyed his day on the water and just as promised, this trip was everything my family needed and more! We were able to catch some nice sheep head and a black drum! So grateful to have met these amazing people! We’re already planning our next trip! Thank you so much!
I reached out to Capt Chris with hopes to get my dad out of the house for Father’s Day. I’d recently lost my grandmother and my dad was having a hard time. Captain Chris promised me he’d do his best to make sure he enjoyed his day on the water and just as promised, this trip was everything my family needed and more! We were able to catch some nice sheep head and a black drum! So grateful to have met these amazing people! We’re already planning our next trip! Thank you so much!
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Great Day on the Water!
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM) on June 1, 2025
We had an amazing experience with this fishing charter! From start to finish, the atmosphere was relaxed, fun, and welcoming. Chris and Jon were incredibly friendly, helpful, and accommodating — they clearly love what they do. They took the time to assist with baiting hooks, giving tips, and making sure we had the best chance of catching fish — and we did! This is a trip worth taking. I highly recommend and would definitely go out with them again!
We had an amazing experience with this fishing charter! From start to finish, the atmosphere was relaxed, fun, and welcoming. Chris and Jon were incredibly friendly, helpful, and accommodating — they clearly love what they do. They took the time to assist with baiting hooks, giving tips, and making sure we had the best chance of catching fish — and we did! This is a trip worth taking. I highly recommend and would definitely go out with them again!
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First of many trips
1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM) on May 17, 2025
Chris and John turned my dreams into reality. Originally just wanted to have an experience with my family, never imagined that we would have so much fun. The only downside was that I didn’t book for more hours. We are already discussing our next trip with Chris and John. Truly professionals that love what they do and know what they are doing. Thanks again guys, see you soon.
Chris and John turned my dreams into reality. Originally just wanted to have an experience with my family, never imagined that we would have so much fun. The only downside was that I didn’t book for more hours. We are already discussing our next trip with Chris and John. Truly professionals that love what they do and know what they are doing. Thanks again guys, see you soon.
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Fun!
3/4 Day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM) on March 30, 2025
We had a great time with captain Chris and deckhand John. We had terrible weather the day before our trip so we knew there would be a chance of not catching fish, but we caught fish! Captain Chris worked to find the good spots. He’s friendly with other guides so they’d call each other about different spots. An easy relaxed trip. They are really good dudes and donate trips to Shriners burn children and disabled Veterans. Will definitely fish with them again!
We had a great time with captain Chris and deckhand John. We had terrible weather the day before our trip so we knew there would be a chance of not catching fish, but we caught fish! Captain Chris worked to find the good spots. He’s friendly with other guides so they’d call each other about different spots. An easy relaxed trip. They are really good dudes and donate trips to Shriners burn children and disabled Veterans. Will definitely fish with them again!
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Great time
1/2 Day Trip – Bay/Jetty (PM) on June 13, 2025
We had a wonderful time out, we had a family member get sick, so we brought them back to the docks & went back out. Extra gas for the captain, nonetheless, he wanted us to have a great time and great catches. We recommend this crew to anyone. Worth it, great hospitality, comfortability & company.
We had a wonderful time out, we had a family member get sick, so we brought them back to the docks & went back out. Extra gas for the captain, nonetheless, he wanted us to have a great time and great catches. We recommend this crew to anyone. Worth it, great hospitality, comfortability & company.
FAQs about Early Out Fishing
What are the trip rates for Early Out Fishing?
Early Out Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 1/2 day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 1/2 Day Trip – Bay/Jetty (PM) (4 hours)
- US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Bay/Jetty (AM) (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Early Out Fishing?
When you book a trip with Early Out Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Full head w/ sink
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Refrigerator
- Outriggers
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Early Out Fishing?
Trips booked with Early Out Fishing include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait (All live and dead bait is furnished before the boat leaves the slip.)
- Catch cleaning & filleting (All cleaning and filleting the catch is included with the trip.)
- First Mate (20% tip is customary)
What types of fishing does Early Out Fishing offer?
Early Out Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Early Out Fishing offer?
Early Out Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling (On Nearshore trips)
- Drift Fishing (On Nearshore Trip)
Which fish species can I catch with Early Out Fishing?
Top targeted fish species with Early Out Fishing include:
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Bonnethead)
- Sheepshead
- Spotted Seatrout
Your captain
Galveston, Texas, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Christopher is a US Navy veteran with a passion for fishing and being on the water. He has fished since he was a little kid, from North Texas lakes to the northwestern coast of Puget Sound. The captain has been fishing Galveston waters for over 20 years. He always enjoys taking people out fishing and sharing his passion. He truly believes the Gulf of Mexico or any body of water is good for your soul.
Christopher M.
Captain
Jon D.
First mate
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
On Nearshore trips
Drift Fishing
On Nearshore Trip
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Full head w/ sink
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Refrigerator
Outriggers
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
All live and dead bait is furnished before the boat leaves the slip.
Catch cleaning & filleting
All cleaning and filleting the catch is included with the trip.
First Mate
20% tip is customary
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
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
What’s biting in Galveston right now
Black Drum
Flounder
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)