Captain

Thomas Barnard

Nationality: Born in Corpus Christi Texas and have resided in Rockport Texas my entire l
Languages: English
Experience: 38 years

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Captain
Thomas Barnard

Member since June 2023 Rockport, United States

Background: Captain Thomas Barnard specializes in bottom fishing with light tackle, making each catch an exciting adventure. From reeling in Redfish to landing Speckled Trout, you'll be amazed at the variety of fish he'll help you hook. Not only does he have a knack for teaching kids the art of fishing, but he's also known for creating a fun-filled atmosphere that guarantees a great time for everyone. Join Captain Tommy for an epic fishing escapade where laughter, learning, and impressive catches await!
Techniques: There are several ways I target the species of fish . One way is free lining live croaker for speckled trout & sometimes picking up redfish on the live croaker as well. Another style of fishing is anchored up fishing for redfish.

Hey, I'm Captain Thomas Barnard

Rockport, United States

Background: Captain Thomas Barnard specializes in bottom fishing with light tackle, making each catch an exciting adventure. From reeling in Redfish to landing Speckled Trout, you'll be amazed at the variety of fish he'll help you hook. Not only does he have a knack for teaching kids the art of fishing, but he's also known for creating a fun-filled atmosphere that guarantees a great time for everyone. Join Captain Tommy for an epic fishing escapade where laughter, learning, and impressive catches await!
Techniques: There are several ways I target the species of fish . One way is free lining live croaker for speckled trout & sometimes picking up redfish on the live croaker as well. Another style of fishing is anchored up fishing for redfish.

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Fishing Reports

My Charter Listing

Barnard's Guide Service

5.0 / 5

(46 reviews)

5.0 / 5

(46 reviews)

Angler's choice

Rockport • 22 ft • 4 persons

Last booking: 14 minutes ago

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Trips from US $500

Fishing Reports

Line Strippers

Apr 18, 2025 Rockport

Left the dock at 6:30am. Went looking and found a school of fish pushing water in 10 inches of water and commenced steady catching but eventually the bite went dead. Needed 3 more keeper Redfish to have our limits. Decided to fish a mighty productive spot but when anchored up I let them know how productive this spot was but the depth was wrong to fish it but gave it a try . To my surprise within literally 3 minutes we had our first rod bender. She measured 32 inches and we decided to release this breeder to spawn . In the end we netted 2 oversize 3 more keepers to finish out our limits. I have been guiding over 38 years and even though i didn't feel we would catch any there and figured i would try for 10 minutes and WOW !! See even I was surprised because there shouldn't have been any there. Fish can humble you !! Come be a guest on my boat and let me put a smile on your face

Bam !!

Aug 29, 2024 Rockport

Went straight to a go to spot with water level kinda high . I had the pleasure of fishing with Shelly and Rodney this morning. Pulled into fishing spot a 6am and as fast as we could cast out , rods were bending. We fished with fishbites and boxed redfish as well as black drum. All in all total somewhere around 30 to 40 fish. Keepers and non keepers

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0 / 5

out of 5 stars from 46 reviews

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Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

5.0 / 5

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4 stars		1
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Anglers claimed

Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
	100%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	100%

Appropriate for children
	100%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
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Juan L.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

5*

VERIFIED NEW 5 Hour Trip on July 9, 2025

Juan L.

5.0 / 5

Jul 9, 2025

5 Hour Trip

5*

VERIFIED NEW

Great day out on the water, went 4/4 with the bites that were given and all big reds!

Juan L. recommends Barnard's Guide Service

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Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on July 9, 2025

Thank you for fishing with me !! Had a blast and looking forward to our next trip 😎

Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on July 9, 2025

Thank you for fishing with me !! Had a blast and looking forward to our next trip 😎

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Tim J.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip on June 26, 2025

Tim J.

5.0 / 5

Jun 26, 2025

5 Hour Trip

We fished with captain Tommy Barnard today for redfish. He put us on the fish and we limited out in a couple of hours with some really nice fish. He was so helpful and fun to fish with. We had a great trip. I would recommend him to anyone.

We fished with captain Tommy Barnard today for redfish. He put us on the fish and we limited out in a couple of hours with...

Tim J. recommends Barnard's Guide Service

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Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on June 27, 2025

Enjoyed being on the water with you guys !!

Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on June 27, 2025

Enjoyed being on the water with you guys !!

Captain replied

Brad M.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Father daughter fishing trip

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip on June 8, 2025

Brad M.

5.0 / 5

Jun 8, 2025

5 Hour Trip

Father daughter fishing trip

VERIFIED

My daughter and I booked celebrating my birthday and we had a blast. Captain Tommy is awesome and very focused on making sure his guests are catching fish and having fun. Thanks for the great experience Captain Tommy! We’ll see you again in July!

My daughter and I booked celebrating my birthday and we had a blast. Captain Tommy is awesome and very focused on making sure...

Brad M. recommends Barnard's Guide Service

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Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on June 8, 2025

Thanks Brad and Happy Birthday!!

Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on June 8, 2025

Thanks Brad and Happy Birthday!!

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Dante F.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fantastic weekend fishing

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip on April 18, 2025

Dante F.

5.0 / 5

Apr 18, 2025

5 Hour Trip

Fantastic weekend fishing

VERIFIED

Tommy is an outstanding guide. Great guy who knows fish and fishing. Everything was ready for us and he knew where to put us to find fish. And we sure did. Loved our time out on the water. Looking for a fishing guide? This is the guy!

Tommy is an outstanding guide. Great guy who knows fish and fishing. Everything was ready for us and he knew where to put...

Dante F. recommends Barnard's Guide Service

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Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on April 18, 2025

Enjoyed fishing with you and Luca. Enjoyed your stories about wildlife. Looking forward to seeing you guys again. Say hi to all at the zoo.

Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on April 18, 2025

Enjoyed fishing with you and Luca. Enjoyed your stories about wildlife. Looking forward to seeing you guys again. Say hi to all at the zoo.

Captain replied

Danny H.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Captain Tommy rocks

VERIFIED 5 Hour Trip on June 13, 2025

Danny H.

5.0 / 5

Jun 13, 2025

5 Hour Trip

Captain Tommy rocks

VERIFIED

Had a great time little morning trip was fun. Even after some bad weather he got is on the fish. My uncle and I both caught a handful each. Can’t wait to schedule the next trip. This man is 10/10

Had a great time little morning trip was fun. Even after some bad weather he got is on the fish. My uncle and I both caught...

Danny H. recommends Barnard's Guide Service

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Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on June 13, 2025

Enjoyed being on the boat fishing with you guys. Thanks again

Thomas Barnard (The Captain)

Replied on June 13, 2025

Enjoyed being on the boat fishing with you guys. Thanks again

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