Captain

Phill Hurlbut

Little Elm, United States

10+ reviews

Phill's Guide Service is owned and operated by Captain Phill Hurlbut. In addition to fishing, the captain loves meeting different people, teaching them everything he knows, and being outdoors. He prides himself in the level of service he provides and the fact that he's great with kids. Phill also does tournaments for fun.

Charter

Phill’s Guide Service

Little Elm

Trips from

US $600

Rating

5.0

11 reviews

5.0

Boat & Equipment

5.0

Captain & Crew

5.0

Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (11)

All reviews (11)

Showing 1 – 5 of 11 reviews

David Van Meter
Texas, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great outing!!!
Half Day Trip - AM on September 15, 2024 • 4 adults • 1 child
I can’t say enough about how great a trip this was! My 6yo grandson’s first time on a boat and fishing except a cane pole excursion or two. Phill started the trip with great detail of boat and emergency procedures should anything occur. There were 4 fishermen on the boat and Phill worked tirelessly to bait and land every fish, and we caught plenty! Phill’s patience with my grandson and keeping his interest up was phenomenal! When we returned Phill and another guide cleaned and bagged the catch. These guys work closely together and advise and help each other throughout the process to insure total satisfaction of all fishing parties. I will take the group out again and know the experience with Captain Phill will already be successful! Our sincere thanks!
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Collin Stranlund
Repeat angler
Minnesota, US
Member since 2020
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Catch!
Half Day Trip - AM on April 18, 2024 • 4 adults
Had a great morning half-day trip with Phill. Phill was waiting for us at the boat ramp with the boat in the water stocked full of fresh bait he had just caught, ready to go when we arrived. He briefed us about the boat and the fishing we would be doing and off we went. We were on top of the fish in no time. Phill was attentive to all four of us, jumping from one to the other making sure our hooks had bait and removing the fish that we were continuously reeling up. He has an awesome boat with plenty of room for your whole group. I would recommend Phill for anyone looking for a good fishing experience, whether beginners or seasoned fishers. Can't wait to do it again!
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Response from Captain
April 19, 2024
Thank you so much for the review. I really appreciate it and would love to have you guys back again.
Doug Mccalib
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great fishing experience- the guide was very knowledgeable of best fishing locations.
PM Workingmans Trip on July 25, 2025 • 2 adults
I wanted to create a wonderful fishing experience for my son. Phil gave a great experience - I would definitely use his services again:-)
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Luke Graham
Repeat angler
Texas, US
Member since 2023
5 trips
5.0
Verified
Best family fishing trip in years
Half Day Trip PM on April 24, 2024 • 3 adults • 1 child
Family booked Capt Phil and we had a great time! Caught lots of striper, white bass, and hybrids. He's very easy to talk with and patient with the kids. Best family fishing trip we've had in a long time! He will be our guide for any future outings in the Dallas area. Thanks Capt Phil!!
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Response from Captain
April 25, 2024
Thanks A lot for booking the trip. That was a fun afternoon. I’m glad we got to do some casting and we’re able to use different techniques to get them
Heather Ancheta
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
October fishing trip
PM Workingmans Trip on October 13, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child
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