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Shawn Reese
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Shawn Reese

San Antonio, United States
50+ reviews
Captain Shawn Reese grew up fishing with his dad and brothers. This created unforgettable memories and sparked a lifelong love for fishing. He decided to start guiding so he can bring the same sort of joy to other people and families out there. With more than 36 years of guiding experience, there's nothing he'd rather be doing!

Charters

Rating

4.8
64 reviews
4.7
Boat & Equipment
4.8
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
95%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (64)

Showing 1 – 5 of 64 reviews
  • Eric Glodeck
    Eric Glodeck
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    3 trips
    4.3
    Verified

    Fish in the bucket

    4 Hour Trip — Reef, Bridge & Gulf - 3:00 PM • 2 adults

     he made sure we caught fish stayed out extra half an hour to make sure we were satisfied! we caught our limit!!

    Response from Captain

    Thanks for fishing with me. Happy Birthday!!!!

  • Michael Wright
    Michael Wright
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    4.7
    Verified

    February fishing trip

    Weekend Half Day Trip • 2 adults • 1 child

    Capt. Shawn was great!

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Catfish
    Response from Captain

    Thanks, glad we got your son on some reds!

  • Ashlyn Franco
    Ashlyn Franco
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Shawn

    Half Day Trip – Weekday (AM) • 2 adults
  • Joshua Kurk
    Joshua Kurk
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2021
    5.0
    Verified

    Sunset trip with Shawn in Marathon FL

    Reef, Bridge, Gulf, 4hr Trip (PM) • 4 adults • 2 children

    We had a blast fishing with Shawn on a 4 hour sunset trip. We caught about 35 fish of about 5 or 6 different types. Not to many keepers but we just had a blast fishing together as a family (and actually catching fish!). Shawn wasn't a stickler for time since he didn't have any appointments after us so we stayed out and watched an awesome sunset. Shawn splits his time between here in the keys (summers) and San Antonio TX, so give him a ring, he was able to book us same day (we called at lunch and was in the water by 3:45PM) Shawn book us again for next year, I will bring some beer this time!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you, it was a blast fishing with y’all. Hurry back!!!

  • John Sanchez
    John Sanchez
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time!

    Weekend Half Day Trip • 3 adults

    Captain was very down to earth. Knew were the fish were and made sure we hit our limit. I will definitely be making my trip next time.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks for coming guys, we had a great time!!! Hopefully see yall soon!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Fishtrips – Marathon
    Fishtrips – MarathonMarathon, FL
    A couple proudly displaying their catch of several Snapper on a dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Mangrove Snapper
    Eric G.
    Eric G.
     he made sure we caught fish stayed out extra half an hour to make sure we were satisfied! we caught our limit!!
  • Fishtrips
    FishtripsSan Antonio, TX
    A proud moment with a father and son showcasing their catch of several catfish and bass on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Michael W.
    Michael W.
    Capt. Shawn was great!
  • Fishtrips – Marathon
    Fishtrips – MarathonMarathon, FL
    Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Snapper on a dock in a scenic marina setting.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Little breezy today and this father snd son easily limited on mangrove snapper. Happy fathers day. These fish are about to head out to the patch reef to spawn. Fished out of Marathon fl.
  • Fishtrips
    FishtripsSan Antonio, TX
    A large Redfish resting on a cooler inside a boat, showcasing the catch after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Sorry for the lack of reports. I have a hurt knee and just now getting back to catching. Got nice red today when i went to run the boat after a repair. Reds are definitely turning on!!
  • Fishtrips
    FishtripsSan Antonio, TX
    An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Robert B.
    Robert B.
    Enjoyed the day. Wish we could have caught more. But that’s fishing.
  • Fishtrips
    FishtripsSan Antonio, TX
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catch of several Redfish on a cleaning table after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    John S.
    John S.
    Captain was very down to earth. Knew were the fish were and made sure we hit our limit. I will definitely be making my trip next time.
  • Fishtrips
    FishtripsSan Antonio, TX
    Angler holding a large Redfish on a boat seat, showcasing a successful catch during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Redfish are Hot right now at Calaveras lake just in time for spring break.
  • Fishtrips
    FishtripsSan Antonio, TX
    Three adult anglers proudly display multiple redfish outdoors after a group fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Marvin R.
    Marvin R.
    Very experienced guide
  • Fishtrips
    FishtripsSan Antonio, TX
    Three anglers proudly displaying their catches of striped bass at a lakeside cleaning station.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Francis A.
    Francis A.
    Did a half day morning trip with Captain Shawn. He had many options for us. Some of my group used his equipment and some of us had our own setups. He was helpful and it was nice to pick his brain. It was a slow morning but we were able to catch some keeper reds towards the end.
  • Fishtrips – Marathon
    Fishtrips – MarathonMarathon, FL
    Angler displaying a successful catch of several Snapper on a table at a dockside location, showcasing a vibrant fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Me and the wife went last night to catch some mangrove snapper. Easily got our limit of some nice ones plus plenty of released keepers. Then she got a tarpon while i was cleaning fish today. As you can see the screen was full of fish ad we where leaving.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Fishtrips in San Antonio

November is all about the Catfish at Calaveras and Braunig Lakes, both in shallow and deep waters. White Bass are also starting to show up more and more, and you can find solid Largemouth action out there.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Two anglers proudly displaying their catch of Snapper on a dock in a scenic marina setting.

Happy Fathers day trip!!

Jun 14, 2025 • Marathon
Little breezy today and this father snd son easily limited on mangrove snapper. Happy fathers day. These fish are about to head out to the patch reef to spawn. Fished out of Marathon fl.
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A large Redfish resting on a cooler inside a boat, showcasing the catch after a successful fishing trip.

April Freshwater Redfish!!

Apr 24, 2025 • San Antonio
Sorry for the lack of reports. I have a hurt knee and just now getting back to catching. Got nice red today when i went to run the boat after a repair. Reds are definitely turning on!!
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Angler holding a large Redfish on a boat seat, showcasing a successful catch during a fishing trip.

Hot redfish for spring break!!!

Mar 8, 2024 • San Antonio
Redfish are Hot right now at Calaveras lake just in time for spring break.
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Angler displaying a successful catch of several Snapper on a table at a dockside location, showcasing a vibrant fishing environment.

Mangrove snapper dpawn is on!!!

Jul 9, 2023 • Marathon
Me and the wife went last night to catch some mangrove snapper. Easily got our limit of some nice ones plus plenty of released keepers. Then she got a tarpon while i was cleaning fish today. As you can see the screen was full of fish ad we where leaving.
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A family proudly displaying their catch of several large fish, including tilapia, at a cleaning station after a successful fishing trip.

Redfish are biting for spring break!!

Mar 12, 2023 • San Antonio
Calaveras and Braunig lakes are both turned on for spring break redfish!!! Plenty of openings now thru 3/26/23. This trip limited out in 3 hrs.
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An angler proudly displaying a Redfish while on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Redfish spawn happening now!!!

Sep 25, 2022 • San Antonio
9/25/22 Calavaras lake water temp still 93*. Just me and the wife in the big boat to mainly run it. Trolled 1 downrigger/1 rod. Caught 3 keepers lost a few others. Come and fet you some!!!
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