Sunday, November 2, 2014

Finding Fishing Charters South Padre Island

By Etta Bowen


People consider Texas a great place to vacation for many reasons. There are so many different aspects to this state that one visit is rarely enough. One of the most popular destinations for tourism is the coastal waters of the gulf of Mexico where you will be able to schedule fishing charters South Padre Island that will take you and your family into the deep waters of this gulf.

This area offers year round tours with the peak season being in the summer months of July and August. Many boat owners provide daily excursions through Thanksgiving and will provide special outings all year if weather permits. They offer the best of deep sea trips and in-shore experiences for all who love to fish or wish to learn how to fish.

Regardless of your experience level you will find ample assistance when you charter a tour. The equipment you need to fish is supplied along with any bait, lures or other tackle. The crew knows where to find fish at all times of the year and will help their guests learn the methods of hooking and landing their prey.

Most boats do not supply food or other refreshments and the guests are expected to bring whatever they may want to eat or drink aboard with them. The crew suggests that you also bring several other items with you when you board the boat. Absolutes are a picture ID and a Texas license to fish. Highly recommended but optional items include a hat, sun screen, and sun glasses that are polarized to protect your eyes while on the water. You may also consider bringing some cash for tipping the crew and incidental purchases during the day.

Big game fish are one of the highlights of these trips. Marlin, sharks and tuna are common catches. Many boat captains practice catch and release routines when these fish are caught. The excitement catching and fighting of these fish is enough for most guests. This helps to maintain the sustainability of species and ensure future tourists of the pleasure of catching them later.

Upon returning to shore after a long day there are services that will clean and fillet your catch for you. They are wrapped and put on dry ice for transportation or you can take them to local dinner houses where they will cook them for your dinner that evening. If the crew is involved with the cleaning the fish a generous tip is appropriate.

Most boats welcome family groups and children aboard. They have specific safety measures in place that help to ensure a safe cruise for everyone on the boat. The boats may hold as few as three people or as many as eighty as is seen on the double decked party boat available for larger parties.

Whether you plan to spend your entire vacation here or use it as a side trip that can serve as the ultimate finish to some great family time getting a charter boat in the Gulf of Mexico on the coast of Texas offers a vacation you will never forget.




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