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Approach Angling Company 

5.0
(1 review)
 
State licensed
 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70083, United States–

Approach Angling Company 

New Orleans, LA, United States
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17 ft
2
5.0
(1 review)
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Sight Fish for Trophy Bull Redfish in Louisiana!

Join Approach Angling Company for world-class sight fishing in the Louisiana marsh. Target trophy bull redfish on the fly or light tackle from a technical poling skiff in shallow water. Your guide will pole you across endless flats and back lakes, putting you on tailing redfish, black drum, and sheepshead.

This is true sight casting—clear shots at big fish in skinny water. Whether you're an experienced fly angler or new to saltwater, you'll get expert instruction and a personalized trip in one of the best redfish fisheries on earth. Book your Louisiana redfish adventure today and experience sight fishing at its finest.

Sight Fish for Trophy Bull Redfish in Louisiana!

Join Approach Angling Company for world-class sight fishing in the Louisiana marsh. Target trophy bull redfish on the fly or light tackle from a technical poling skiff in shallow water. Your guide will pole you across endless flats and back lakes, putting you on tailing redfish, black drum, and sheepshead.

This is true sight casting—clear shots at big fish in skinny water. Whether you're an experienced fly angler or new to saltwater, you'll get expert instruction and a personalized trip in one of the best redfish fisheries on earth. Book your Louisiana redfish adventure today and experience sight fishing at its finest.

John MacMurray
Captain
John MacMurray
11 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle
Popular features
Child friendly
Rods, reels & tackle

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Full Day Trip – Sight Fishing
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Jan 17
Black Drum
Redfish
Sheepshead
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
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Boat & equipment
5.0
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Fishing Experience

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Reviews (1)

  • Paul Tester
    Paul Tester
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    Florida, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
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    Red fishing

    Full Day Trip – Sight Fishing on November 15, 2025 • 2 adults

    Captain John is a excellent captain he knew his way around the water and put me on the fish. I highly recommend him.

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Paul Tester
Paul Tester
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Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
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Red fishing
Full Day Trip – Sight Fishing on November 15, 2025 • 2 adults

Captain John is a excellent captain he knew his way around the water and put me on the fish. I highly recommend him.

Reported catch:
Redfish

FAQs about Approach Angling Company

Approach Angling Company offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $600 per group - Full Day Trip – Sight Fishing (7 hours)
When you book a trip with Approach Angling Company, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
Trips booked with Approach Angling Company include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Fly fishing equipment
Approach Angling Company offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
Approach Angling Company offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Spinning
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Approach Angling Company include:
  • Black Drum
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead

Your captain

John MacMurray
John MacMurray
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
ID & license verified
1 Customer review
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2025
Capt. John is experienced in navigating the waters of Port Sulphur, Louisiana and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew has you covered if you wish to try spinning, fly fishing, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
John MacMurray
John MacMurray
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1
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
Capt. John is experienced in navigating the waters of Port Sulphur, Louisiana and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. The crew has you covered if you wish to try spinning, fly fishing, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Black Drum
Black Drum
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

Real catches by this captain

  • Red fishing
    Paul T.
    Paul T.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
2 persons
Boat length
17 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Mitzi
Boat type
Skiff
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 60HP
Max cruising speed
37 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 60 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 60 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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Kids are welcome and enjoy getting the hooked on fishing at a early age!
Catch and release mandatory
Catch and release is mandatory. Its good practice to let fish go to keep a health population that future generations can enjoy

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.

What’s biting in New Orleans right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead

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