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
Photos & videos by reviewers (48)
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
+45
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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Greg M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Rick

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on August 25, 2025
Very knowledgeable and happy to answer all of my questions. Caught quality fish on a very tough day.
Greg M. recommends Austin Charters
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Donald S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The Best. Rick and Scott know what theyโ€™re doing. Made whole fun and a time to remember.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on August 23, 2025
I would recommend Austin Charters to anyone. We had a fantastic time.
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Daniel O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on July 24, 2025
Daniel O. recommends Austin Charters
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Sabyasachi R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on July 10, 2025
Sabyasachi R. recommends Austin Charters
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John R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Rick

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on May 25, 2025
John R. recommends Austin Charters
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