Avid Fishing Guide Service 

New
 
State licensed
 East Ragas Lane 148, Buras, LA 70041, United States

Avid Fishing Guide Service 

Up to 9 miles
Buras, LA, United States
24 ft
4
Just listed

If you're ready to discover fishing in Buras, look no further than Avid Fishing Guide Service. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Joe can tell you all about the local fishery.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Cobia, Flounder, Red Snapper, Tripletail, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Gray Triggerfish, Vermilion Snapper, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Redfish, and whatever else takes the bait.

Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Capt. Joe is happy to have kids aboard, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

Capt. Joe welcomes you aboard a 24' Bay boat with space for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without.

Capt. Joe will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You might need to purchase 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 always wise to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunblock. Water and Gatorade included, free of charge. Beers/Aluminum cocktails are allowed.

Get in touch with Capt. Joe below and start planning your trip today! 20 years experience fishing this area. Can't wait to put you on the fish!

If you're ready to discover fishing in Buras, look no further than Avid Fishing Guide Service. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Joe can tell you all about the local fishery.

Depending on the time of year, you might hook into Cobia, Flounder, Red Snapper, Tripletail, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Gray Triggerfish, Vermilion Snapper, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Redfish, and whatever else takes the bait.

Depending on the species you’re after, you may find yourself spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Capt. Joe is happy to have kids aboard, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

Capt. Joe welcomes you aboard a 24' Bay boat with space for 4 passengers. It comes with all the essentials no fishing machine can run without.

Capt. Joe will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You might need to purchase 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 always wise to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunblock. Water and Gatorade included, free of charge. Beers/Aluminum cocktails are allowed.

Get in touch with Capt. Joe below and start planning your trip today! 20 years experience fishing this area. Can't wait to put you on the fish!

Joe Lashley
Captain
Joe Lashley
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responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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August 2026
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Number of days
1
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Full day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Cobia
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+3
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people
Snapper nearshore species
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Cobia
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+2
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
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FAQs about Avid Fishing Guide Service

Avid Fishing Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full day (8 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Snapper nearshore species (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Avid Fishing Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Avid Fishing Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (At additional fee)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water and Gatorade supplied)
Avid Fishing Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (From Port sulphur to Venice La.)
  • Nearshore fishing (Within 5 miles for snapper out of Venice )
Avid Fishing Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle (Some heavy tackle for snapper )
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Avid Fishing Guide Service include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Speckled Trout
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Joe Lashley
Joe Lashley
Joe Lashley

Buras, Louisiana, United States

ID & license verified
Member since July 2026

Operating a 24' Triton Bay boat, Capt. Joe ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Buras, Louisiana. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

ID & license verified
Member since July 2026

Operating a 24' Triton Bay boat, Capt. Joe ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Buras, Louisiana. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Tripletail
Tripletail
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Triton
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
From Port sulphur to Venice La.
Nearshore Fishing
Within 5 miles for snapper out of Venice

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Some heavy tackle for snapper
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
At additional fee
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water and Gatorade supplied

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

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.

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
Children welcome
You keep catch
Clients keep all fish their legally allowed to hav
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 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Buras right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TripletailTripletail

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