Half Day Trip (AM)
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About the charter captain
Port Aransas, Texas, United States
Captain Joe Wilson has been fishing since he learned how to walk. One day his dad put a rod and reel in his hand, and the rest is history! He’s been running charters out of Corpus Christi since 2009 and what he loves most about his job is meeting new people, teaching beginners how to fish, and putting smiles on customers’ faces. Before he began running charters, Capt. Joe was a competitive Bass circuit tournament angler. He’s also a military veteran and enjoys taking other former and current service members out on the water for a fun day of fishing. Next time you’re in the Port Aransas–Corpus Christi area, come fishing with Lil Joe’s Guide Service and get ready for the ultimate saltwater adventure!
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Half Day Trip (AM) on March 1, 2025
Great time with Captain Joe
Conditions were not great. Most other boats coming into wharf had zero fish, so our 2 catches made us a success. One was a nice red! Highly recommend Captain Joe.
Conditions were not great. Most other boats coming into wharf had zero fish, so our 2 catches made us a success. One was a nice red! Highly recommend Captain Joe.



Lubbock, TX
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 25, 2023
Best Fishing Trip Ever!
We spent the morning with Captain Joe Wilson in Aransas Bay. Caught more than our share so threw some back, gave some away, and ate the rest for My husband’s 81st birthday. Trout & Redfish, plus hardhead catfish we threw back. We enjoyed seeing sunrise, dolphins, beautiful birds, and being on the water. Captain Joe is a fish finder extraordinaire. He cleaned & fileted for us. Would highly recommend & fish with Joe again. Thanks Captain Joe😎
We spent the morning with Captain Joe Wilson in Aransas Bay. Caught more than our share so threw some back, gave some away, and ate the rest for My husband’s 81st birthday. Trout & Redfish, plus hardhead catfish we threw back. We enjoyed seeing sunrise, dolphins, beautiful birds, and being on the water. Captain Joe is a fish finder extraordinaire. He cleaned & fileted for us. Would highly recommend & fish with Joe again. Thanks Captain Joe😎



Which amenities are available onboard
What’s included in the trip price
Falcon & Penn
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You may cancel your trip free of charge up to 14 days in advance. However, since your selected date is less than 14 days away, you may only cancel if it is unsafe to travel.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Ages 3 & up
How you can pay
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No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
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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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US $600
Half Day Trip (AM)
4 hour trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price up to 2 persons
US $600
Trip price
US $600
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