Captain
Rick Austin

Member since October 2016 Queensbury, United States
Background
Captain Rick Austin has a veritable treasure trove of fishing experience under his belt. With over 4 decades of fishing on Lake George, he's the go-to man with the know-how to handle any catch that may stir the surface of the Queen of the American lakes. His love of fishing was passed from previous generations in his family and he's happy to continue the tradition of fishing and teaching on the great Lake George.
Techniques
downrigger fishing

Hey, I'm Captain Rick Austin

Queensbury, United States
Background
Captain Rick Austin has a veritable treasure trove of fishing experience under his belt. With over 4 decades of fishing on Lake George, he's the go-to man with the know-how to handle any catch that may stir the surface of the Queen of the American lakes. His love of fishing was passed from previous generations in his family and he's happy to continue the tradition of fishing and teaching on the great Lake George.
Techniques
downrigger fishing
63
Reviews

My Charter Listings

Austin Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(61 reviews)
Queensbury
Trips from US $500

Austin Outfitters Ice Fishing Lake George

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Lake George
Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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The Best. Rick and Scott know what they\u2019re doing. Made whole fun and a time to remember.
The Best. Rick and Scott know what they\u2019re doing. Made whole fun and a time to remember.
Boated 8 Fish, missed several more
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
88%
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Yulia Y.
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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Amazing tour

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on June 23, 2025
That was everything we could have wished for! My sons (9 and 11) had an unforgettable timeโ€”both got to reel in a fish...
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Anna G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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FANTASTIC

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on June 27, 2025
This was our second time we booked with and once again it was fantastic. This time he had Renee with him and he was wonderful,...
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PHILIP S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Austin Charters and Captain Rick.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on August 8, 2025
Austin Charters and Captain Rick were fantastic!ย  We all caught lake trout and enjoyed a fun filled entertaining morning.ย ...
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Timothy N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Boated 8 Fish, missed several more

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on August 12, 2025
Friendly and knowledgeable Captain and Mate. Had great time with my Daughter with us both catching our first Lake Trout.
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Tyler A.
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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Ice Fishing

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Ice Fishing (AM) on February 16, 2025
Had a great day on the ice with Captain Rick! Rick and his son took us on ATVs across the ice, setup all the equipment, and...
Tyler A. recommends Austin Outfitters Ice Fishing Lake George
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