Winchester Yacht Service 

 North Holiday Drive 715, Galveston, TX 77550, United States

Winchester Yacht Service 

Galveston, TX, United States
55 ft
6

If you plan on fishing in Galveston, look no further than Winchester Yacht Service. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Terry is prepared to put you on fish.

These waters are known for Hammerhead Sharks, Tiger Sharks, Blacktip Sharks, Bull Sharks, Redfish, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 55' Hatteras convertible with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, and sunglasses. There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Winchester Yacht Service.

If you plan on fishing in Galveston, look no further than Winchester Yacht Service. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Terry is prepared to put you on fish.

These waters are known for Hammerhead Sharks, Tiger Sharks, Blacktip Sharks, Bull Sharks, Redfish, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Also, remember to bring snacks to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

Your fishing machine for the day is a 55' Hatteras convertible with room for 6 passengers. It has outriggers and all the essentials. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunblock (non-spray), a hat, and sunglasses. There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that day dream into a reality, with Winchester Yacht Service.

Terry Winchester
Captain
Terry Winchester
33 years of experience

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Trip availability and prices

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half day
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (AM)
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Nov 1
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Tiger)
+1
US $1,350
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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FAQs about Winchester Yacht Service

Winchester Yacht Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,300 per group - half day (4 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Winchester Yacht Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Winchester Yacht Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First mate
Winchester Yacht Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
Winchester Yacht Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
Top targeted fish species with Winchester Yacht Service include:
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Tiger)

Your captain

Terry Winchester
Terry Winchester

Galveston, Texas, United States

Typical response within 3 hours
Member since April 2022

I'm Captain Terry, and I love the water. I've been everywhere from Sturgeon Bay, WI., to Galveston, TX., to Key West, FL. Fished out of Sabine Pass in Texas from 1993 to 2014. I have over 30 years of experience, and I can't wait to share my knowledge and expertise to put you on the fish.

Terry Winchester
Terry Winchester
2022
member since
~3h
response
I'm Captain Terry, and I love the water. I've been everywhere from Sturgeon Bay, WI., to Galveston, TX., to Key West, FL. Fished out of Sabine Pass in Texas from 1993 to 2014. I have over 30 years of experience, and I can't wait to share my knowledge and expertise to put you on the fish.

The fish you can target

Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Tiger Shark
Tiger Shark
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Tiger Shark
Tiger Shark

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
55 ft
Year built
1989
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Convertible
Engine model
Detroit
Powered by
2 x 870HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First mate

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

More details

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

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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Galveston right now

RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Hammerhead)Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Tiger)Shark (Tiger)

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