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Captain Steven Hillary

Member since June 2023 Rio Hondo, United States
Background
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping fishing adventure in the lower Laguna Madre waters! I've been exploring these epic fishing grounds since 2014, when I moved here from Chicago, Illinois. I am a marine veteran with 10 years of service and a passionate angler. I can't wait to share my love for fishing with you and teach you some incredible techniques that will make your fishing experience unforgettable!
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Drift Fishing Wade Fishing Popping Cork Live Bait Fishing

Hey, I'm Captain Captain Steven Hillary

Rio Hondo, United States
Background
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping fishing adventure in the lower Laguna Madre waters! I've been exploring these epic fishing grounds since 2014, when I moved here from Chicago, Illinois. I am a marine veteran with 10 years of service and a passionate angler. I can't wait to share my love for fishing with you and teach you some incredible techniques that will make your fishing experience unforgettable!
Techniques
Drift Fishing Wade Fishing Popping Cork Live Bait Fishing
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Today We Fish Charter โ€“ Rio Hondo

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5.0 / 5
(18 reviews)
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Rio Hondo
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Today We Fish โ€“ South Padre Island

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
(120 reviews)
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South Padre Island
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Trips from US $325

Fishing Reports

Trout, Reels, and Remarkable Scenery: A
Trout, Reels, and Remarkable Scenery: A
Mar 10, 2026 South Padre Island
Father and daughter joined us for an early morning spring trip. The day started at dawn with perfect conditions for getting on the water. We headed out for our 1/2 day Bay Fishing trip with Today We Fish Charter and Adventures. We focused on drift fishing techniques using light tackle throughout the morning. The crew managed to land some nice Speckled Trout during our time on the water. Drift fishing proved effective in the deeper pockets to cover more ground. Light tackle made every hookup more engaging and gave the fish a fair fight. We wrapped up the trip with solid action and good times all around. If you're looking to get out on the water for some quality bay fishing, book a trip with us at Today We Fish Charter and Adventures. Our 1/2 day Bay Fishing trips are perfect for anglers wanting to target Speckled Trout using proven techniques like bottom fishing, drift fishing, and light tackle fishing. We know the best spots and have the experience to put you on fish. Whether you're new to fishing or a seasoned angler, our morning trips offer great opportunities to land some quality fish. The spring season provides excellent fishing conditions, and our early morning departures give you the best chance at success. Contact us to reserve your spot for an unforgettable day of bay fishing action.
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Spring Trout Action: South Padre Island
Spring Trout Action: South Padre Island
Mar 9, 2026 South Padre Island
Had a crew of four join us this spring morning for an early start on the water. March conditions were solid for our 3 Hour AM Quick Trip with Today We Fish Charter and Adventures. We focused on working the waters for speckled trout during our morning run. The crew stayed busy with their lines in the water, and we managed to connect with some quality speckled trout throughout the trip. These waters consistently produce good trout action, making it a reliable spot for our morning charters. We wrapped up the trip with some nice fish in the box and smiles all around. If you're looking to get out on the water for some quality fishing action, book your 3 Hour AM Quick Trip with us at Today We Fish Charter and Adventures. Our morning trips are perfect for anglers wanting to target speckled trout without committing to a full day on the water. We know these waters well and can put you on fish consistently. The early morning bite is often the most productive time, and our 3-hour window gives you plenty of opportunity to get into some good action. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just getting started, we'll make sure you have a great time on the water. Our charters run year-round, so there's always a good time to get out and wet a line. Give us a call to book your next fishing adventure.
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Gator Trout, Reels, and Remarkable Scene
Gator Trout, Reels, and Remarkable Scene
Feb 25, 2026 South Padre Island
Had a group of anglers join me for an early morning winter trip on the inshore waters around South Padre Island. We launched at first light with partly cloudy skies overhead, which made for comfortable conditions on the water. The crew was ready to target some quality fish using multiple techniques throughout our half day adventure. We focused our efforts on sight fishing, drift fishing, and live bait fishing to cover different areas and increase our chances. The inshore waters around South Padre Island are perfect for this approach since you can adapt to what the fish are doing. We managed to put some nice Speckled Trout in the boat using these varied techniques. South Padre's shallow flats and grass beds make it an ideal spot for working multiple methods in one trip. We wrapped up the morning with solid action and good vibes all around. If you're looking to get out on the water around South Padre Island, I'd love to have you aboard for your own inshore fishing adventure. Our Half Day Guided Fishing Trip In South Padre Island targets Redfish, Trout And More, giving you the chance to experience the same quality fishing we had today. South Padre Island's inshore waters offer some of the best fishing opportunities on the Texas coast, and we use proven techniques like sight fishing, drift fishing, and live bait fishing to put you on fish. Whether you're after Speckled Trout, Redfish, or other inshore species, these waters consistently produce results. Book your trip with us and experience firsthand why South Padre Island fishing is second to none. We'll put you on the fish and make sure you have a memorable day on the water targeting the species that make this area famous.
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Winter Speckled Trout Fishing Delivers R
Winter Speckled Trout Fishing Delivers R
Feb 16, 2026 South Padre Island
Had a group of anglers join me for an early morning winter trip on the inshore waters around South Padre Island. We launched at first light with partly cloudy skies overhead, which made for comfortable conditions on the water. The crew was ready to target some quality fish using multiple techniques throughout our half day adventure. We focused our efforts on sight fishing, drift fishing, and live bait fishing to cover different areas and increase our chances. The inshore waters around South Padre Island are perfect for this approach since you can adapt to what the fish are doing. We managed to put some nice Speckled Trout in the boat using these varied techniques. South Padre's shallow flats and grass beds make it an ideal spot for working multiple methods in one trip. We wrapped up the morning with solid action and good vibes all around. If you're looking to get out on the water around South Padre Island, I'd love to have you aboard for your own inshore fishing adventure. Our Half Day Guided Fishing Trip In South Padre Island targets Redfish, Trout And More, giving you the chance to experience the same quality fishing we had today. South Padre Island's inshore waters offer some of the best fishing opportunities on the Texas coast, and we use proven techniques like sight fishing, drift fishing, and live bait fishing to put you on fish. Whether you're after Speckled Trout, Redfish, or other inshore species, these waters consistently produce results. Book your trip with us and experience firsthand why South Padre Island fishing is second to none. We'll put you on the fish and make sure you have a memorable day on the water targeting the species that make this area famous.
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Speckled Trout Fishing Delivers Results
Speckled Trout Fishing Delivers Results
Feb 15, 2026 South Padre Island
Had a solo angler join me for an early morning winter trip on the inshore waters around South Padre Island. We launched at first light with partly cloudy skies overhead, which made for comfortable conditions on the water. The crew was ready to target some quality fish using multiple techniques throughout our half day adventure We focused our efforts on sight fishing, drift fishing, and live bait fishing to cover different areas and increase our chances. The inshore waters around South Padre Island are perfect for this approach since you can adapt to what the fish are doing. We managed to put some nice Speckled Trout in the boat using these varied techniques. South Padre's shallow flats and grass beds make it an ideal spot for working multiple methods in one trip. We wrapped up the morning with solid action and good vibes all around. If you're looking to get out on the water around South Padre Island, I'd love to have you aboard for your own inshore fishing adventure. Our Half Day Guided Fishing Trip In South Padre Island targets Redfish, Trout And More, giving you the chance to experience the same quality fishing we had today. South Padre Island's inshore waters offer some of the best fishing opportunities on the Texas coast, and we use proven techniques like sight fishing, drift fishing, and live bait fishing to put you on fish. Whether you're after Speckled Trout, Redfish, or other inshore species, these waters consistently produce results. Book your trip with us and experience firsthand why South Padre Island fishing is second to none. We'll put you on the fish and make sure you have a memorable day on the water targeting the species that make this area famous.
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Winter Bay Fishing Success: Redfish & Bl
Winter Bay Fishing Success: Redfish & Bl
Feb 10, 2026 South Padre Island
Had a solid crew of three join us for an early morning winter run. The conditions lined up perfectly for our bay fishing adventure with Today We Fish Charter and Adventures. We focused on bottom fishing techniques, landing some quality redfish and black drum throughout the trip. The action kept us moving between productive spots. These winter months in the bay really deliver when you work the right areas with the proper approach. We wrapped up the session with solid catches and good vibes all around. If you're looking to get on the water for some quality bay fishing action, book a trip with us at Today We Fish Charter and Adventures. Our 3 Hour Afternoon Bay Fishing trips are perfect for targeting redfish and black drum using proven bottom fishing and drift fishing methods. We know the productive spots and have the techniques dialed in to put you on fish. Whether you're new to bay fishing or a seasoned angler, we'll get you set up for success. The afternoon timing works great for families and gives you plenty of daylight to work the water. Bay fishing offers consistent action year-round, and our local knowledge makes all the difference. Give us a call to book your next fishing adventure.
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Captain Steve

VERIFIED   NEW  Bay Fishing Trip (AM) on March 13, 2026
Our guide Captain Steve was excellent. Hes very knowledgeable and personable. His equipment was all in great shape. He made...
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Brian P.
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Marc and Brandy

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour Afternoon Bay Fishing on February 27, 2026
We had a great afternoon fishing with Marc and Brandy. Marc is a great instructor who very patiently taught us proper casting...
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Richard C.
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Second Trip with Capt. Steven

VERIFIED   2 Person Bay Fishing Trip (AM) on October 5, 2025
This is our second trip with Captain Steven Hillary and wonโ€™t be our last. Steven does not disappoint and put us on fish...
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   1/2 Day AM Bay Fishing Trip on August 16, 2025
I cannot say enough good about Captain Steven Hillary and our fishing trip. When we booked the trip, Steven immediately contacted...
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Todd H.
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VERIFIED   2 Person Bay Fishing Trip (AM) on July 29, 2025
Captain Steve is the real deal! From the moment we hit the water, he had us on the trout. We reached our limit of speckled...
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