What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Galveston, Texas for the first time?

Be sure to get your license before the store closes. Walmart and academy close early. Walmart stops selling license at 10. I would recommend going to the marina bait shop. It opens at 6:00 am and is right there.

The conditions were not ideal but Mike an Travis found the fish and we had a great time. They were very tentative to my wife with it being her first time on a fishing boat. They supplied everything else needed.

It definitely was advantageous and fun filling! We had so much fun. Boyfriend took his pole, but the captain provides everything including filleting the fishes. We caught 2 reds and sheep head. The weather was beautiful. I'll recommend this charter

Go to rollover pass or one of the bridges, use some 1/0 hooks, 1 ounce sinkers bait with live or fresh dead shrimp and be ready. A great way to fish the place for the first time or with kids - you generally get bit before the bait makes it to the bottom. Won't get a trophy this way but lots of fun red fish, pig fish, pin fish, croaker, whiting, hard head catfish and the occasional small drum, sheepshead or trout. Makes for a fun afternoon.

Pay for a guide who knows the areas to go to in order to catch fish. Their knowledge and expertise is invaluable for having a good fishing trip. Remember that sometimes the fish come to the party and sometimes they don't

Try an book a guide that will fish West bay. Most like to fish jetty's and shipping channels. Fish are there early in the spring and early summer. See if your guide likes to follow the birds feeding. Fish are more likely to be under what ever the birds are feeding on.

July, if you can catch the weather right is pretty good! Just make sure you have a hat and sunscreen so you don't burn. It's hot but if you go in the early morning for 4-6 hours, you will catch your limit and have a pretty good time.

Come and enjoy the water of the Gulf, fishing is good all year around, but late September and October seems to be one of the best times to fish here. I have been out a few times and always able to catch fish to cook.

We caught a LOT of sea catfish which we released because we do not like them (and a lot of them were small). We also caught a lot of trout which taste really great! We didn't catch a ton of fish on our charter that day we went because of some front or current or something the captain had explained had gone through, but we got our license and went fishing off the beaches around the island and caught a LOT of sand trout and our youngest son even caught a small shark!!! If you want to try to catch big fish, book a deep sea fishing trip and not the bay/jetty trip is my advice. :)

First time to any area would be a much better experience if you go with a fishing guide to learn the area. My fishing trip with Capt. Garza was GREAT!!! Not only did Capt. Garza put us on the fish but he had a very positive helpful demeanor during the entire trip. Capt. Garza had very well maintained equipment and a first class boat and that made this one of the most memorable fishing experience’s I have ever had. Highly Recommend.

If you're fishing Galveston for the 1st time, I'd recommend a focus on catching trout or sheepshead. Both species swim in schools, give great action, and are fairly easy to catch. If the seas are rough, you can bay fish and if the seas are calm, you can fish the jetties.

Absolutely! Capt. Epi knows the Galveston bay area very well. He will do his best to find the fish. He is professional and honest. If your trip is booked and the weather or the conditions are not where they need to be, he will advise you of your best options. For the children and first timers, he is one of the best for giving instructions

Why wouldn't you fish in Galveston for the first time? Whether you're a pro or just looking to kill some time and have fun, if your near the water, you owe it to yourself to get a line wet. Galveston's as good a place as any...

Ask what types of fish are running now (or is there a better time of year to book the trip to maximize fish caught), who far out to sea you are expected to go, and how many seats are available to sit on on the boat? Asked to be kept in the loop (notified) if your charter has unexpected delays that will reduce your time at sea.

Definitely bring sun cream and water. To who might consider fishing trip should always bring some sea sick medicine, all of us were fine at the beginning, but all ended up feeling it and one threw up. Captain carries everything you will need in the trip, so just get a great sleep, prepare some mussels to catch shark and big fish! Have fun!

Book a trip and let Galveston Fishing Charter handle everything for you! They know where to go and what you are catching and will clean the fish for you! The best way to go and experience so big Fishing!

Connect with a good guide and let him or her navigate West Bay as it can be tricky if you are new to the area. I always use Captain Terry Hashop. In addition to always putting my friends and me on fish, he is a good teacher and is happy to share his knowledge

The summer months are better weather, but we had good conditions in May. Plus we used live shrimp under a cork. which made the fishing easy for us.

May fishing was great. We only did the 4 hr trip but caught fish right away. Weather was perfect. Warm but not hot, nice breeze. We would definitely do this again!!

Find a service that has an experienced captain or crew. Ask questions about your outing. Do some research before booking. Summer months are really the best time to go in Galveston.

Look at all reviews and let crew know what your expectations are for trip to see if they would fit your thoughts and expectations for what your looking for.

Hot but a lot of action. Captain said June & July are great months to fish in Galveston.

Wear sun screen and a hat. The reflection off of the water will burn you just as easy as the sunlight will. Relax and enjoy the trip and let your guide do their job in finding the fish.

Be prepared for cool conditions. We were a little cold because we didn't prepare well. Bring layers, and you will be fine.

Fish during the good season. Fishing in March can be difficult. The season in March can be good and can be bad, just depends on several things.

Spring months offer different fish than in the summer months. Talk to your guide to see what fish you’ll target before you book.

If its gonna be cold and rainy I'd still fish but bring a rainsuit and dress warm! Captain Aaron Grace is a great guide!

March in Galveston can be tricky weather wise so plan accordingly. It can be shorts weather one day, coats and gloves the next.

Yes, but with fluctuating temperatures from the 40's,50's and 60's the fish move around quite a bit. It helps to know those patterns.

Trust the guides! Our guide, Cody Phillips grew up in the area and has spent his life fishing these waters.