ShoreThing Guide Service
ShoreThing Guide Service
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ShoreThing Guide Service is your ticket to the stunning waters of Port Aransas. With Captain James at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide that has fished these waters for over 20 years.
These waters are known for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Flounder, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, drifting, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!
Your boat for the day is a 25' Majek with space for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is included depending on the time of year.
Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. 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.
Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with ShoreThing Guide Service.
ShoreThing Guide Service is your ticket to the stunning waters of Port Aransas. With Captain James at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced guide that has fished these waters for over 20 years.
These waters are known for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Flounder, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, drifting, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!
Your boat for the day is a 25' Majek with space for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is included depending on the time of year.
Before coming aboard, you'll need to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. 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.
Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with ShoreThing Guide Service.
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Carrie Gray•
Texas, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedMemorable birthday trip!
Full Day Trip on August 15, 2026 • 2 adultsWhat a fun day on the water! Surprised my husband for his birthday with a fishing trip, and could not have hand-picked a better guide. James is super personable, knows his stuff - and put us on the fish right out of the gates! When things slowed down, he kept moving us to try different known hot spots. Had a mix of trout and reds mixed in throughout the day! Great day, great guide!
Dean RoseRepeat angler•Missouri, US•Member since 20253 trips5.0VerifiedGreat Time!!!
Fishing trip on July 6, 2026 • 3 adultsWe had a slow start but James worked to hard to get us into the fish. Caught a bunch of trout, a few catfish and a big red.
Zachary GarciaRepeat angler•Texas, US•Member since 202311 trips5.0VerifiedCaught PB trout
Full Day Trip on April 6, 2026 • 3 adultscaptain was engaging kept us entertained the whole time put is on fish caught my pb trout had a heck of a time
Dustin PattersonRepeat angler•Texas, US•Member since 20243 trips5.0VerifiedPort A half day
Fishing trip on August 14, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenJames did a great job. He was friendly and was patient with the youngsters and got us on the fish!
- Daniel Collins•Texas, USMember since 20265.0Verified
Amazing Experience!!!
Fishing trip on July 23, 2026 • 3 adultsJames was so kind, he made this experience very fun and exciting.
Marianne Hill•Texas, USMember since 20254.7VerifiedMay fishing trip
Fishing trip on May 2, 2026 • 2 adultsWas a great time. The captain took us to several areas he is very knowledgeable about where the fish are. We would definitely go again
Tasha AllsupRepeat angler•New Mexico, US•Member since 20223 trips5.0VerifiedApril fishing trip
Fishing trip on April 16, 2026 • 4 adults
Mark Doremus•Texas, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedGreat Person
Full Day Trip on August 25, 2025 • 2 adultsOur First ever Trip and would do it again. Plus we plan on it next year. Great person easy to talk to. Moved around a bit trying to get us on fish and finally did. Got our limit on Trout but only a few Red fish but all in all was Great. Fish got cleans before we could take pictures. Was the only thing negative about the trip.
Todd Henning•Colorado, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedCaptain James is an excellent guide
Full Day Trip on June 7, 2025 • 4 adultsWe had a great day on the water bay fishing with Captain James. It ended up being a windy day and tough day for fishing but Captain James knows the area extremely well and got us on some great fish to finish a very good day! Would definitely fish with. Captain James again!
Greg WilliamsRepeat angler•Texas, US•Member since 20213 trips5.0VerifiedJames is awesome!
Fishing trip on June 21, 2025 • 2 adultsHad a great day on the water and James’ disposition couldn’t have been better. Highly recommend and would book again when we’re back in the Corpus Christi / Port Aransas area.
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What a fun day on the water! Surprised my husband for his birthday with a fishing trip, and could not have hand-picked a better guide. James is super personable, knows his stuff - and put us on the fish right out of the gates! When things slowed down, he kept moving us to try different known hot spots. Had a mix of trout and reds mixed in throughout the day! Great day, great guide!
The boat Captain was very nice and professional. The boat was in great condition with plenty of room for the 4 guest and the captain. He moved around 4 or 5 times before he actually got us on the fish. Everyone on board caught fish and had a fish story to tell. Great Memories were made. He supplied all the bait and paid to have the fish cleaned,
James is friendly and encouraging. His boat and equipment are top notch, and he did a great job guiding us to the best spots.
FAQs about ShoreThing Guide Service
- US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Fishing trip (6 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Wireless trolling motor
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Fly fishing
- Drift fishing
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Speckled Trout
Your captain
Port Aransas, Texas, United States
Growing up in a ranching family that has been in the Victoria, Texas area since the 1870s, James F. Welder developed early on a deep appreciation for the land and wildlife. His passion for fishing the Gulf coast comes from spending weekends and summers in Rockport, Texas. There he began crafting his fishing skills at age 4 with his father, along the San Antonio Bay system south to Lower Laguna Madre. After attending Southwest Texas University, James obtained his Captain's license in 2005 to share his knowledge and experience on the water with others. In addition to conventional fishing, James has been an avid fly fisherman for 15 years. He has spent time in the Bahamas learning new techniques for fly casting, which he can pass along to fly-fishing clients at any level. His knack for teaching first timers with his carefree, relaxed attitude will make learning to fish a memorable and rewarding experience. Capt. James has been guiding since 2005 and has grown up fishing the Port Aransas and Rockport areas all his life. We will be fishing primarily for Redfish, Trout, Flounder and Black Drum. He uses a wide variety of techniques in order for his clients to have great day on the water. He runs a 25' Majek Illusion. Kids are more than welcome.
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How cancellations work
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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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
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