Captain

Cory Russell

Languages: English, some Spanish
Experience: 9 years

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XXX-XXX-X623

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

State licensed

4.9 / 5

(210 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(210 reviews)

Recent reports

Port Aransas • 23 ft • 5 persons

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Trips from US $500

Fishing Reports

Winter slam

Jan 3, 2026 Port Aransas

The redfish and drum are in full winter pattern with the low tides. Fishing has been phenomenal and limits have been easy.

Redfish action ?

Nov 27, 2025 Port Aransas

The redfish and drum bite has been good. The black drum have been chewing on the shrimp ? and redfish action has been good on pinperch. Come get in on it, it will continue to get better as the cooler weather arrives and lower tides.

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.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9 / 5

out of 5 stars from 210 reviews

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Boat

4.9 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

4.9 / 5

Photos & videos by reviewers (268)

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Angler rating

5 stars		202
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

Steven C.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Cory was great

VERIFIED Half Day Trip – Wade Fishing (AM) on November 8, 2025

Steven C.

5.0 / 5

Nov 8, 2025

Half Day Trip – Wade Fishing (AM)

Cory was great

VERIFIED

We came down to Port A for my son’s 13th birthday. Cory was excellent and the kids loved him. Very knowledgeable and personable. Excellent experience

We came down to Port A for my son’s 13th birthday. Cory was excellent and the kids loved him. Very knowledgeable and personable....

Steven C. recommends Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

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Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on November 9, 2025

Thank you Steven! I enjoyed having you and the boys out and chatting. Hope to see yall again soon

Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on November 9, 2025

Thank you Steven! I enjoyed having you and the boys out and chatting. Hope to see yall again soon

Captain replied

Anass F.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Best experience

VERIFIED Half Day Trip – Wade Fishi (PM) on November 26, 2025

Anass F.

5.0 / 5

Nov 26, 2025

Half Day Trip – Wade Fishi (PM)

Best experience

VERIFIED

We ve had the best experience ever With no experience we were able to catch many big black and red Thanks to our captain Corry

We ve had the best experience ever With no experience we were able to catch many big black and red Thanks to...

Anass F. recommends Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

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Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on November 27, 2025

Thank you Anass, you have a wonderful family. I enjoyed having yall out.

Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on November 27, 2025

Thank you Anass, you have a wonderful family. I enjoyed having yall out.

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

James C.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fun experience for the kids

VERIFIED Full Day Trip on October 13, 2025

James C.

5.0 / 5

Oct 13, 2025

Full Day Trip

Fun experience for the kids

VERIFIED

We booked a full day trip and had a blast! We will be back!

James C. recommends Russell & Sons Outdoors – Saltwater

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Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on October 15, 2025

Thanks Tyler, I’m glad yall enjoyed it. thank you for grinding it out with me.

Cory Russell (The Captain)

Replied on October 15, 2025

Thanks Tyler, I’m glad yall enjoyed it. thank you for grinding it out with me.

Captain replied

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Cory was great

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Was awesome despite full moon bite

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