What would you recommend to anglers fishing in South Padre Island, Texas for the first time?

Make sure the Captain has shrimp and if its windy, the fishing is tough, but thats why its called fishing and not called catching. Still had plenty of bit3s and action, even though the wind made things tough.

Talk to your boat captain about your expectations and what you will need to bring for the trip. Put your phone down except for trophy pictures. And remember that you don't have to kill every fish to have fun.

Captain Dave Edwards! Great guide. It was my daughter’s first ever fishing trip. He busted his rear to make sure she had a good time. She caught the majority of the keepers. I recommend Always a catch fishing.

Know what fish you want to catch and find out if the tour will target those fish. Also understand that weekdays are less busy in the bay versus Saturdays or Sundays, so if they want more choices, go on a weekday.

If you have a choice, pick a day with at least a slight breeze to ripple the water. Also, if you want to catch Reds plan a trip in the winter not the summer I've been told by locals. We went out 12/30/17

Fish with a good guide who has good equipment and lots of experience fishing the Lower Laguna Madre.

Just trust the guide and have a good time. Let the captain know what you are looking for and trust them to get you there.

He a great guy and good guide. A lot of guides are great on land and surly on the boat , not Ryan great guy the history and his help was great.

Check out the marina! If you don’t catch what you want the foster outting. Definitely plan for more than a day of fishing

Go with Captain Watson and Clay “What’s On” Fishing service! They are friendly and honest and know what they’re doing!

Make sure you ask if the live bait is provide it with the trip at no extra cost. Make sure you ask the captain to move from spot if you are not catching any fish at that spot.

Spend a little extra for a smaller guided trip...well worth the personalized treatment when ur on vacation!!!!

Stay in contact with captain prior to trip. They can keep you advised of weather and expected fishing.

Book in the morning if possible or late evening . Too hot in the afternoon. Think fish bite better then.

Highly Recommend JW and crew, just over an hour and already had a Durado on board. 2 Thumbs up quick trip.

Its a huge bay talk to the pros and others with experience here . Or you could go home empy handed. Its money well spent for there knowledge of the waters and techniques for the different species.

For first time anglers coming to S Padre, I would definitely recommend booking a charter to take you out & show you the ropes.

Didn't have a great day for catching fish, only caught two specs and 5 flounder which were all under size. Didn't see anyone else catching fish either, so it was just us.

Maybe better to experience it later in season but also was unseasonably cold spring and fishing was slower than formal

Don't book ahead of time, wait till you arrive to check the weathrer and fishing conditions.

Fishing was good but weather is questionable, you just have to keep an eye out for the right day.

Make sure you have bait! Otherwise prepare yourself for a very expensive boat ride.

Have fun, catch fishing or just enjoy the experience of the open waters. Use What’s On Fishing!

Bring plenty of sunscreen and water and be ready to eat good after you catch your fish!!

I would recommend that you use an experienced guide like Captain Elliott Rodriguez.

BRING PLENTY OF SUN BLOCK. DON'T WORRY ABOUT GETTING SEA SICK. I THOUGH I WOULD BE AND DID NOT.

Eat before you get in the boat. Take the motion sickness pils before the trip.

Fishing was not what the Captain described and boat was really set up for 4 fishermen

Stay in Port Isabel at the Alta Vista Inn at 702W Polk St.. Ouiet, cozy and very comfortable away from the crowds, traffic and commercialization on the island.

This trip was great, boat was awesome!!! I will do this trip every time we come here what a great day!!!