LuredOut Guide Service 

5.0/5 (2 reviews)
 
State licensed
 2649 Stella Avenue, Port O'Connor, TX 77982, United States

LuredOut Guide Service invites you to experience the stunning waters of Port O'Connor. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Wes can tell you all about them.

These waters are known for Black Drum, Flounder, Jack Crevalle, Mangrove Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, Speckled Trout, Spotted Seatrout, Tarpon, Redfish, and more – with any luck, it won't be long before "Fish on!" On these trips, it’s common to drift and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

Your boat for the day is a 25' center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Wes has rods and reels for you.

Before coming aboard, you will 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 may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's recommended to bring a hat, sunglasses, bottled water, and sunblock (non-spray). If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with LuredOut Guide Service!

Wesley Bodden

Captain

Wesley Bodden

10 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $650 
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:30 PM
Price for up to 4 people
US $650 

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 2 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (12)

Kid Friendly Experience
Kid Friendly Experience
Kid Friendly Experience
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

50%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

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Brad C.
Brad C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Kid Friendly Experience

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Half Day Trip (AM) on July 6, 2025

Captain Wess worked his tail off to get us on fish! Ended up catching a wide assortment of fish from trout, reds, and the kids loved catching sharks! Great trip we highly recommend!

Captain Wess worked his tail off to get us on fish! Ended up catching a wide assortment of fish from trout, reds, and the kids loved catching sharks! Great trip we highly recommend!  

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 Brad C. recommends LuredOut Guide Service

Kieley W.
Kieley W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic!!!!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on June 1, 2025

Captain Wes was fantastic. We caught huge fish all day. He made the day a breeze and kept us on fish the whole time. 10/10. Will definitely be back and book again with him!

Captain Wes was fantastic. We caught huge fish all day. He made the day a breeze and kept us on fish the whole time. 10/10. Will definitely be back and book again with him!  

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 Kieley W. recommends LuredOut Guide Service
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Wesley Bodden
Wesley Bodden (The Captain)
Replied on June 4, 2025
Thanks Kieley! Was great fishing with your group. Glad you enjoyed your trip. Hope to see you again soon.

FAQs about LuredOut Guide Service

What are the trip rates for LuredOut Guide Service?

LuredOut Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with LuredOut Guide Service?

When you book a trip with LuredOut Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
What's included in the trip price with LuredOut Guide Service?

Trips booked with LuredOut Guide Service include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
What types of fishing does LuredOut Guide Service offer?

LuredOut Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does LuredOut Guide Service offer?

LuredOut Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with LuredOut Guide Service?

Top targeted fish species with LuredOut Guide Service include:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Wesley Bodden

Port O'Connor, Texas, United States

ID & license verified
2 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2025

I was born and raised along the Texas Gulf Coast. After graduating from Angleton High School, I joined the USAF and was assigned to Goodfellow AFB in San Angelo TX. After serving 4 years, I went to work for the City of San Angelo, where I spent the next 23 years, often returning to the coast to fish, with Port O'Connor being my primary spot. I retired 23 years later, in 2015, and moved to Port O'Connor, and started up LuredOut Guide Service. Ive been a full time guide here every since. I specialize in artificial bait fishing, but the main goal is to ensure my clients have an enjoyable experience and catch fish.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout
Tarpon
Tarpon

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2012
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Mowdy
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Jigging

Popping

Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

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

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

 PayPal

 Checks

What’s biting in Port O'Connor right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon