Port Aransas
Instant Confirmation
Trips from
US $550
Captain
Capt. James Welder
Port Aransas, United States
25+ reviews
Growing up in a ranching family that has been in the Victoria, Texas area since the 1870s, James F. Welder developed early on a deep appreciation for the land and wildlife. His passion for fishing the Gulf coast comes from spending weekends and summers in Rockport, Texas. There he began crafting his fishing skills at age 4 with his father, along the San Antonio Bay system south to Lower Laguna Madre. After attending Southwest Texas University, James obtained his Captain's license in 2005 to share his knowledge and experience on the water with others. In addition to conventional fishing, James has been an avid fly fisherman for 15 years. He has spent time in the Bahamas learning new techniques for fly casting, which he can pass along to fly-fishing clients at any level. His knack for teaching first timers with his carefree, relaxed attitude will make learning to fish a memorable and rewarding experience. Capt. James has been guiding since 2005 and has grown up fishing the Port Aransas and Rockport areas all his life. We will be fishing primarily for Redfish, Trout, Flounder and Black Drum. He uses a wide variety of techniques in order for his clients to have great day on the water. He runs a 25' Majek Illusion. Kids are more than welcome.
Charters
- RockportInstant ConfirmationTrips fromUS $550
Rating
5.0
42 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (25)
What anglers say
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
All reviews (42)
Showing 1 – 5 of 42 reviews
Carrie Gray5.0VerifiedMemorable birthday trip!
Full Day Trip • 2 adultsWhat a fun day on the water! Surprised my husband for his birthday with a fishing trip, and could not have hand-picked a better guide. James is super personable, knows his stuff - and put us on the fish right out of the gates! When things slowed down, he kept moving us to try different known hot spots. Had a mix of trout and reds mixed in throughout the day! Great day, great guide!
Tom Bradford5.0VerifiedBeautiful waether a GREAT Adventure.
Fishing trip • 3 adultsThe boat Captain was very nice and professional. The boat was in great condition with plenty of room for the 4 guest and the captain. He moved around 4 or 5 times before he actually got us on the fish. Everyone on board caught fish and had a fish story to tell. Great Memories were made. He supplied all the bait and paid to have the fish cleaned,
Tom Hackett5.0VerifiedFun Day!
Fishing trip • 2 adultsJames is friendly and encouraging. His boat and equipment are top notch, and he did a great job guiding us to the best spots.
Dean RoseRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Time!!!
Fishing trip • 3 adultsWe had a slow start but James worked to hard to get us into the fish. Caught a bunch of trout, a few catfish and a big red.
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Cory Donaldson5.0Verifiedgot our limit & had a blast
Fishing trip • 3 adultseveryone in the group caught their limit. Captain James was super knowledgeable and a great conversationalist.
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What's biting with ShoreThing Guide Service in Port Aransas
The Bull Redfish bite gets better and better around the jetties. Flounder and Trout are on top form, while offshore there is still a chance of Mahi Mahi, Blackfin Tuna, and even Billfish if you travel far enough.