Captain
John-Mark Fortner

Member since August 2023 Galveston, United States
Background
I started fishing when I was about 14 years old and after that first fishing trip, you couldn't keep me from the water. I have a passion for nature and all the creatures in it. I always get asked about catches that I have had and I enjoy talking about them but the ones that stick out to me the most are the ones that I've given to others. I love watching the pure joy someone gets from catching a giant.
Techniques
I enjoy many different styles of fishing, but I love using the big rods and fishing the bottom when I have customers. When that rod is in the rod holder and you are waiting on the fish to bite, there is something about hearing that drag screaming and seeing faces light up with excitement when the fish starts taking line!

Hey, I'm Captain John-Mark Fortner

Galveston, United States
Background
I started fishing when I was about 14 years old and after that first fishing trip, you couldn't keep me from the water. I have a passion for nature and all the creatures in it. I always get asked about catches that I have had and I enjoy talking about them but the ones that stick out to me the most are the ones that I've given to others. I love watching the pure joy someone gets from catching a giant.
Techniques
I enjoy many different styles of fishing, but I love using the big rods and fishing the bottom when I have customers. When that rod is in the rod holder and you are waiting on the fish to bite, there is something about hearing that drag screaming and seeing faces light up with excitement when the fish starts taking line!
Anglers Choice
211
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Big Tex Fishing Charters

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(211 reviews)
Angler's choice
Galveston
 Last booking: 5 days ago
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Trips from US $525

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 211 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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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
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Erika P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fun family trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty (PM) on March 15, 2024
We had a great time with Captain John. We caught lots of fish and he kept everyone involved, even our young child. Would definitely...
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Kevin K.
Conroe, Texas
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Evening trip with captain John

4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty (PM) on October 21, 2023
Iโ€™ve been a couple times with John. Each time heโ€™s been respectful, courteous, and made sure I caught fish. Recently he...
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Jacqueline J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great first time trip for father and son!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty on August 11, 2024
John was patient with our 10 year old son today, even when he briefly got sea sick!ย  We will be back for sure!
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Frank N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day despite marginal weather

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty (PM) on July 26, 2024
We had a good time! Caught several different types of keepers.ย  Found several good spots and bites all afternoon.
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Dianne P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Family fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Bay & Jetty (PM) on July 6, 2024
Enjoyed every minute.ย  Captain John was so helpful and fun and made sure everyone and a positive and fun fishing trip on his...
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