Gripping Lips Guide Service takes you fishing around the rich Louisiana delta in search of Redfish, and Speckled Trout. These waters fish well throughout the year, and Captain Shane has the experience and skills to make the most out of your day out.

You will be fishing around the Myrtle Grove and Lafitte area, well-known for its Redfish population. We really recommend catch and release to help preserve the redfish population, but clients are allowed to keep fish.

The Myrtle Grove area produces nice fish year-round. In the summertime, you will head out in the early morning to get the fish before the heat. Winter months are productive as well. There are schools of big Red you can get around the shallow waters. And, the scenery is striking. So you better get your camera ready when fishing with Capt. Shane.

Capt. Shane has a deep understanding of the local fisheries. He’s been fishing from an early age and has competed in a number of tournaments at the national level. And if you’re a novice angler, you won’t be after the captain briefs you on the techniques.

The boat is a brand new 2022 Spyder Vapor. It drafts in only seven inches of water, and can get back where the big girls roam. The boat features a set of navigational electronics, as well as an ice box, a live bait well, and safety gear.

Gripping Lips Guide Service now accepts major credit cards. You’ll find all the tackle and gear you need on board. At the end of the trip, Capt. Shane will clean your catch for you.

Capt. Shane also films all his trips for his YouTube channel, this means you’ll be able to re-watch your exciting fishing adventure whenever you want!

So grab your favorite snacks and drinks, a camera, sunglasses, a cap, and sunscreen, then come aboard for a trip to remember. It’s a ride you’re sure to enjoy!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip. Morning or afternoon
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $500
    4 hour trip. Morning or afternoon. The price is cheaper, and the time is shorter. Thanks!
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Fly Fishing ( Max 2 )
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $700
    If sight fishing for big redfish in the shallows is for you, then this is the trip. This trip is set to a max of two people to allow room for casting. Get ready to strip some line and hook up on some huge reds!
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip–Louisiana Gumbo (MAX 3)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $700
    If you want drag-pulling action from big Redfish in the Louisiana delta, this is the trip for you. We target redfish, and also speckled trout as long as the weather permits for trout. I target big fish and like to conserve our resources. Up to 2 people, $700. 3 people, $850
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Fly Fishing
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
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FAQs about Gripping Lips Guide Service

Gripping Lips Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip. Morning or afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Fly Fishing ( Max 2 ) (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip–Louisiana Gumbo (MAX 3) (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Gripping Lips Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Gripping Lips Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First Mate

Gripping Lips Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Gripping Lips Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Gripping Lips Guide Service include:
  • Black Drum
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

Meet the Captain

Shane York
Port Sulphur, Louisiana, United States
36 Fishing Reports
25 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since November 2017
Hello, my name is Capt. Shane and I own Gripping Lips Guide Service. We mostly fish the waters south of the New Orleans area. This includes Myrtle Grove, Lafitte, the Four Bayou area, and Grand Isle. We specialize in inshore fishing for giant Redfish and Speckled Trout. Shallow-water sight fishing is our specialty, and we excel in that type of fishing. The Spyder Vapor drafts in 7 inches of water. If fly fishing is your thing, this is the charter for you.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead
Speckled Trout Speckled Trout

Boat specs

Spyder (Flats boat) originally built in 2022. Powered by a 115HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
19 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Fly Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First Mate

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
1 child accompanied with adult
You Keep Catch
Optional. Also practice catch and release
Catch and Release Allowed
We are all about conservation!

Payment

Pay online in full

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

No additional fees.
Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

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:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Excellent
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Luke C.
Miami, Florida
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Fly fishing day with Capt Shane

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Fly Fishing ( Max 2 ) on June 4, 2023
It was a great day out with Captain Shane. He absolutely knows the water, knows his craft, and he will work hard put you on...
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David L.
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Awesome trip!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Fly Fishing ( Max 2 ) on January 15, 2024
Capt. Shane definitely put me on the fish in a super cool spot. I had a great time all day and caught my first ever redfish!
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Jeffrey P.
Simsbury, CT
Excellent
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A Great day on the water

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip. Morning or afternoon on May 26, 2023
Went out with Shane for a half day with my wife. We had a blast catching Redfish, Speckled Trout and Black Drum. If your looking...
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Christopher C.
Utica, NY
Excellent
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Afternoon Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip. Morning or afternoon on July 3, 2023
Had a great time out with Captain Shane. He’s very experienced, courteous, and friendly. We had a bunch of laughs and caught...
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Katherine S.
Saint FRANCISVLE, LA
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Half Day Trip with Captain Shane

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip. Morning or afternoon on June 10, 2023
Our trip with Captain Shane was awesome!  He was a great guide and we had a fun day!  We look forward to going again soon!
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