Allen Christenson is a life-long resident of Austin. After graduating from Lanier High School, he earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Texas. Allen's service in the airforce included a tour in Viet Nam. Allen and his wife, Benita, live in Austin.

Allen has been fishing successfully on Lake Travis for over 30 years and is well qualified to serve as the most knowledgeable fishing guide on Lake Travis. Allen's prime concern is that his clients catch fish and have an enjoyable learning experience. Since 1979 Allen has also provided his clients with successful trophy bass excursions to Fayette County and Calaveras Lakes.

Lake Travis is full of fish! The black bass fishing on Lake Travis is exceptional year-round. Knowing where and how to fish is essential and Allen Christenson will share his expertise with you. Fishing for stripers, white bass, crappie and catfish can also be very good on a seasonal basis. Allen's fishing experience will ensure your fishing success.

Located in Port Mansfield, Texas on Texas' world renowned lower Laguna Madre, Getaway Adventures Lodge and Port Mansfield were ranked one of the 'Top Ten Hottest Fishing Destinations' by Field & Stream Magazine. 

Port Mansfield on the lower Laguna Madre, one of only three navigable hyper-saline lagoons in the northern hemisphere, is a sight fisherman's dream come true. With two feet, and ether clear waters, fly-fisherman and light tackle aficionados flock to her unique sights and fisheries for a distinctly south Texas fishing experience. Her hyper-salinity has bred a unique estuary boasting some of the largest Speckled Sea Trout in the world -- not to mention a world class Red Drum and Tarpon Fishery.

Port Mansfield and Getaway Adventures Lodge also offer world class offshore fishing at some of the closest distances on the Texas Gulf Coast.  Smoker Kings, Cobia, and Snapper are often caught within sight of the beach and Blackfin Tuna, Amberjack, Grouper, and Mako are routinely taken within 25 miles of the Port Mansfield Jetties.

We welcome you to come on in and take a look to see what Getaway Adventures Lodge has to offer.  We pride ourselves in delivering a product of unmatchable quality with a down home Texas family feel.  A completely family ran operation Getaway Adventures Lodge and the Shuler family look forward to welcoming you in to the family.

Getaway Adventures Lodge's standard packages include three nights lodging and two days guided fishing or hunting. Your typical adventure starts with an arrival at Getaway Adventures Lodge and we get you settled into your room and introduce you to our staff.  On the first night, we make reservations at one of the local restaurants and let you settle in at your leisure.

The next morning we wake you up for a Texas Style buffet before hitting the water at daybreak.  Lunch is prepared for you and served on the boat.  Once returning to the dock after a day of fishing, enjoy the evening with finger foods and a tasty adult beverage before dinner at six.  After dinner, enjoy sitting on the deck, or by the pool, or for those that have not had enough fishing for the day, try to catch one of our local tarpon or snook off the docks.

Regardless of your desired adventure, Getaway Adventures Lodge can custom design a package just to accommodate your group.  Corporate/Private groups of 16 or more can reserve the lodge as a private party upon request.  Please Contact Us to put together a custom corporate group rate to fit your needs.

Bow fishing and bay fishing. Ride our Airboats! Joy Riding / Sight Seeing $100/hour for 4 people. Bay or River Fishing $100/person for 4 hours. (TTHA)

I have been a professional guide on Lake Fork since 1992.  I started fishing Lake Fork in 1986.  I think that qualifies me to say, "I know Lake Fork".   I caught the second largest bass in Texas out of Lake Fork.  That fish weighed 17 lbs. 4.29 ozs. and was named Valentine.  She is still the 5th largest bass in Texas.  Many of my customers have caught double digit fish and hundreds have caught fish over 7 lbs.  Customer service is my number one priority.  You have many guides to choose from on Lake Fork.  Many are part timers but there are only a few of us who make a living guiding every day. A guide's reputation is the most important part of his business.  I'm proud of my reputation of professionalism and integrity.  I work hard to earn it every day.  If you choose to book me as your guide you will receive first class treatment and I will do my very  best to put you on fish.  I will be glad to answer all your questions concerning seasonal patterns, electronics, bait techniques, fishing equipment, structure fishing, etc.  I am looking forward to you being my "next regular customer".  Lunker Luck! 
 (Lunker Luck is a trademark signature of Larry Barnes)

Located in the "heart of Seadrift" on the middle Texas Gulf Coast. You'll find hospitality, the comfort of well designed lodging, the tastes and smells of rich Southern dining, and the best full-time hunting and fishing Guides that are "Team Castaway". Let us show you why Castaway Lodge is "the destination" for your next hunting or fishing adventure!

Kris & Wendi Kelley

Family Friendly

Family groups and friends find the comfort and hospitality of home along with a warm welcome and relationships that last a lifetime. Friendly, personable, helpful, and professional Guides are a "trademark of trust" with our guests. 

Corporate Specialists

Castaway Lodge offers the perfect backdrop for your next corporate fishing trip. Logistics and group planning are our specialty along with talented and personable Guides whose Job One is to "service" your clients and staff members.  

Professional Guides

The best fishing and hunting trips start with the best Seadrift Guides. Our Guides are conservation minded professionals that we've hand picked and have been working with us for years. Our Guides reflect a patient safety conscious professionalism backed by the experience of thousands of days on the water "making memories of a lifetime". Relationships are an essential part of any business, don't hesitate to request your favorite Guide.

fish/canoe llano and san saba rivers in central texas.bass, cats perch, carp,wildlife/birds,wilderness.

Fishing the Port O’Connor area bay system, Ispiritu Santo Bay, San Antonio Bay, Matagorda Bay and surf. These waters offer the most productive fishing habitat found on the Texas Gulf Coast. Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Flounder are the game of choice, referred to as "The Texas Grand Slam!!!"

Boat or wade fishing. Bait or artificial. I'm USCG licensed and have been fishing the Texas Coastal Bend for 14 years! (Copano Bay, to San Antonio Bay including Aransas Bay, Laguna Madre, and Baffin.)

Boat: 23' Haynie - 200 HP Mercury

Corporate and multiboat trips available. Please contact.

Parents with kids welcome. See the website for updated fishing report. Come out and enjoy Lake Austin!