Captain

Cory Russell

Languages: English, some Spanish
Experience: 8 years

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Captain
Cory Russell

Member since March 2020 Port Aransas, United States

Background: I've been fishing since I was 3 years old and I’m now 36. I'm a local to the area and fishing is in my blood. I love bass fishing as well as fishing the coast from the boat or wade fishing. I can't wait to share my passion with you

Hey, I'm Captain Cory Russell

Port Aransas, United States

Background: I've been fishing since I was 3 years old and I’m now 36. I'm a local to the area and fishing is in my blood. I love bass fishing as well as fishing the coast from the boat or wade fishing. I can't wait to share my passion with you

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Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

4.9 / 5

(203 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(203 reviews)

Recent reports

Port Aransas • 19 ft • 5 persons

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Trips from US $500

Fishing Reports

Redfish Showdown

Jul 16, 2025 Port Aransas

The redfish were hungry this afternoon. It was steady ? action all afternoon.

Redfish and black drum action ?

Jul 12, 2025 Port Aransas

We had a good bite this morning catching most of our fish early. The bite has been slowing mid morning with the water heating up.

Great day on the water even with the col

Feb 22, 2025 Port Aransas

It was a chilly day on the water, but my crew stuck it out with me. Once we located fish, it was game on and bent rods.

Easy limits

Feb 21, 2025 Port Aransas

We had to search, but once we located the fish, it was easy limits. Gotta love fighting those reds.

Fun day drum fishing

Feb 1, 2025 Port Aransas

We had fun chasing the black drum today. Decided to capitalize with a nice pic, including this beautiful sunset.

Fire redfish and trout bite

Nov 18, 2024 Port Aransas

We had a great bite on artificial today. Most of the fish were caught during the minor on a little john.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9 / 5

out of 5 stars from 203 reviews

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Boat

4.9 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

4.9 / 5

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Angler rating

5 stars		195
4 stars		7
3 stars		1
2 stars		0
1 star		0

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	98%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	100%
Appropriate for children
	100%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	84%

Appropriate for children
	100%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	84%

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Craig W.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fun

VERIFIED Half Day Trip (AM) on July 10, 2025

Craig W.

5.0 / 5

Jul 10, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

We had an unforgettable fishing trip! Landed 4 solid redfish and a nice flounder—and the action kept us smiling all day. The weather was great, the company even better, and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. Whether you’re an experienced angler or just looking for a fun time on the water, this trip hit all the marks. Highly recommend—can’t wait to go agai

We had an unforgettable fishing trip! Landed 4 solid redfish and a nice flounder—and the action kept us smiling all day....

Craig W. recommends Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

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Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 11, 2025

Thanks Craig! I enjoyed having you and the family out

Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 11, 2025

Thanks Craig! I enjoyed having you and the family out

Captain replied

Dalton R.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

10/10 recommend

VERIFIED NEW Half Day Trip (PM) on July 17, 2025

Dalton R.

5.0 / 5

Jul 17, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

10/10 recommend

VERIFIED NEW

Definitely recommend Cory for your bay fishing charter. He was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything well to our 7 and 8 year olds. We’ll definitely be back next year!

Definitely recommend Cory for your bay fishing charter. He was extremely knowledgeable and explained everything well to our...

Dalton R. recommends Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

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Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 19, 2025

Thanks Dalton, I enjoyed having yall. You have a great family and very well mannered young men. See yall next time

Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 19, 2025

Thanks Dalton, I enjoyed having yall. You have a great family and very well mannered young men. See yall next time

Captain replied

Kurt S.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Good catching Red fish

VERIFIED NEW Half Day Trip (PM) on July 15, 2025

Kurt S.

5.0 / 5

Jul 15, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Good catching Red fish

VERIFIED NEW

Good catch on Red Fish Almost limited out 4 fishermen on this trip. Corey is a home grow fisherman. Great equipment and boat We would recommend Corey and we will use him again.

Good catch on Red Fish Almost limited out 4 fishermen on this trip. Corey is a home grow fisherman. Great equipment...

Kurt S. recommends Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

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Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 16, 2025

Thank you Kurt. I enjoyed having yall out. Take care and be careful on your way back home 🏡

Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 16, 2025

Thank you Kurt. I enjoyed having yall out. Take care and be careful on your way back home 🏡

Captain replied

Erin R.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Mission Accomplished

VERIFIED NEW Half Day Trip (PM) on July 23, 2025

Erin R.

5.0 / 5

Jul 23, 2025

Half Day Trip (PM)

Mission Accomplished

VERIFIED NEW

We had a great trip! Captain Cory made sure we left with a cooler full of fish. Highly recommend this guy!!

Erin R. recommends Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

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Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 24, 2025

Thank you Erin! I enjoyed having yall out. Hope to have yall back in the near future to do it again.

Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on July 24, 2025

Thank you Erin! I enjoyed having yall out. Hope to have yall back in the near future to do it again.

Captain replied

Lisa W.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Was awesome despite full moon bite

VERIFIED Half Day Trip (AM) on March 13, 2025

Lisa W.

5.0 / 5

Mar 13, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Was awesome despite full moon bite

VERIFIED

My son and I had an amazing time out on the water catching a few redfish and black drum. Captain Cory is super friendly and funny and makes sure you have a great time and knows what he’s doing. Very knowledgeable. Highly recommend going out with Captain Cory.

My son and I had an amazing time out on the water catching a few redfish and black drum. Captain Cory is super friendly and...

Lisa W. recommends Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

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Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on March 14, 2025

Thank you for the review Lisa! I enjoyed having yall and the great company. I hope your back to your normal self soon. I enjoyed your company regardless. Can’t wait to have you out again. Thanks

Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on March 14, 2025

Thank you for the review Lisa! I enjoyed having yall and the great company. I hope your back to your normal self soon. I enjoyed your company regardless. Can’t wait to have you out again.
Thanks

Captain replied

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Cory Russell

Hey, I'm Captain Cory Russell

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Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

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10/10 recommend

10/10 recommend

Good catching Red fish

Good catching Red fish

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Was awesome despite full moon bite

Was awesome despite full moon bite

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