I'm a U.S.C.G. Lic. & Texas Registered Fishing Guide. I fish for: Trout,Flounder,Redfish,Blackdrum,Sheepshead,MangroveSnapper & Snook. My trips Include: Ice,Waters,Bait,Rod&Reel,Filleting Services. The area that I fish In Is the lower laguna madre bay to port mansfield. I also have a nice Beach House for lodging. My location Is South Padre island, Texas.

Year round fishing for Red fish, Trout , and Flounder. Based in Arroyo City, I can accommodate charters from Port Mansfield to South Padre Island. Our focus is light tackle.

Capt Charlie Benson is a U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Captain,
Texas Parks & Wildlife Licensed Guide.

Fish on a new custom built 23' "N" Timidator, powered by a 2008 Evinrude 250HP E-Tec Outboard capable of speeds up to 60+MPH for: 
Trophy Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder. 

Fishing Areas Include:  Baffin Bay, Laguna Madre, Land Cut

Client is to provide:  Sunscreen, Food & Drink, Sun Glasses & Hat, Fishing License with Saltwater Stamp.

- Fish Cleaning & Packaging Available
- Fishing Equipment Furnished
 
$100 Deposit for Reservations - Refundable with a two week cancellation notice.
 
Multi-Boat Boat Trips can be arranged.

White Ankle Charters is a fishing guide service that is owned by Captain Charles W. Fultz. White Ankle Charters spans the lower Laguna Madre in South Texas. This span of water begins north of Port Mansfield and extends down to South Padre Island; where it leads into the Gulf of Mexico. Over a thirty-year period, Chuck has managed to master the ability to sight-fish the shallows of this extraordinarily productive fishery. So if it's the shallows of South Texas that interest you, White Ankle Charters is the right outfit for you.

White Ankle Charters specializes in sight fishing for Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder and other species. We also specialize in bird watching and White-wing & Morning dove Hunting.

Since the age of eleven, Captain Charles W. Fultz has been fishing the Lower Laguna Madre: the span of water that begins north of Port Mansfield and extends down to South Padre Island; Where it leads into the Gulf of Mexico. Over this thirty year period, Chuck has managed to master the ability to sight-fish the shallows of this extraordinarily productive fishery. Since this span of water only averages around three feet in depth, fishing is done on a thirteen foot Dargel Skooter for a single client and on a twenty-one foot Dargel Skout for larger groups. This enables the captain to escape overcrowded areas and explore new territory. So if it's the shallows of South Texas that interest you, White Ankle Charters is the right outfit for you.

Bay and Inshore Fishing

For the Shallow Water Enthusiast...South Padre Island and the Lower Laguna Madre are a Tropical Paradise!  Our beaches offer some of the best sun-bathing and water sports found anywhere on the Gulf Of Mexico.  The Lower Laguna Madre bay system has one of the largest Pristine Eco-Systems in the entire World.  The Lower Laguna Madre stretches from South Padre Island, at its South end, to the "land cut" to the North.  That's close to 70 miles of unspoiled waters to fish.  Anglers from around the Globe come to fish the shallow flats and backwater bays that hold trophy Redfish and Speckled Trout.

The Pelican Services offers many ways to meet  Mother Nature in her own intimate backyard.  By spending 3 to 4 days (year round) a week on the flats and bays, I see and encounter nearly all that our area has to offer...however...nearly everyday brings a new and awesome experience.  We fish for Flounder...Snook...Speckled Trout...and occasionally a Tarpon.  We are Experts at sight-casting for REDFISH!

It would be my pleasure to personally show you the Lower Laguna Madre...at your leisure!  From walking out and wading the sand flats...to Fly-Fishing the backwater spoils and underwater grass fields...to drifting and picking out your Trophy Fish!  I will see that you experience the thrill of "stalking" and "catching" the truly great game fish in our area.  I practice "catch and release" on a daily basis, and I encourage everyone to do the same.

"The" Pelican is a totally customized flats fishing boat.  It has a smooth dry ride on windy days and is a stable fishing boat with raised platforms on the front and rear to enable us to "sight-cast" to your trophy catch.  "The" Pelican can take us where we want to fish...and in comfort!

Offshore and Deep Sea Fishing

Folks...the Gulf of Mexico is as beautiful as the Caribbean.  It has some of the finest SportFishing in the World.  And...the waters off the South Padre Island coast are teaming with species such as Red Snapper, Amberjack, Cobia, and Shark...to Dorado, Tuna, Wahoo, King Mackerel, Sailfish and Marlin.

The Pelican Services has a boat that can accommodate up to 6 people in style and comfort.  The Captains are experienced and knowledgeable to make your Offshore Trip successful and Fun.  The crew is handy and can accommodate you, as well as, land the Big One.  The Pelican Services also practices catch and release of all Billfish and supports tagging and clipping for scientific examination through NOAA.

The Pelican Services has 3 trip plans available to meet your needs and budget:

6-8 Hour Trip     Leave the dock around 8:00 am and fish between 10 and 20 miles off the South Padre Island coast.  This trip catches fish such as Red Snapper, Cobia, Grouper, and Shark.  This trip consists of bottom fishing reefs and structure.

8-10 Hour Trip    Leave the dock around 8:00 am and fish between 20 and 40 miles off the South Padre Island coast.  This trip catches fish such as Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Tuna, King Mackerel, Wahoo, Shark, and Sailfish.  This trip consists of trolling and coving larger areas of the bottom for bigger fish.

10-12 Hour Trip   This is a Billfish trip.  We leave the dock  preferably around 5:00 am and fish between 30 to 80 miles off the South Padre Island coast.  This is where we troll for the "Monsters"...Yellowfin Tuna, Shark, Wahoo, Sailfish, and Blue Marlin.

Coming Soon       We will have Over-Night trips that will create a 2 day "Getaway" and an assortment of fishing techniques...both day and night!

We have top of the line fishing equipment, as well as, USCG certified safety equipment.  Our electronics are up to date and always functional.  Our Boats are always clean and pristine, so you will be cruising and fishing in Style!

Call us and let The Pelican Services plan your next Offshore Fishing Trip. 

Capt. Ernest Cisneros grew up fishing the Lower Laguna Madre since childhood. His vast knowledge of the area combined with his B.S. degree in Education and Biology will leave you with a greater knowledge of the diverse habitat of the Laguna Madre. In 2002, he formed the first Fishers of Men Fishing Tournament in the local area, which has gotten bigger and better every year. Capt. Ernest is committed to sharing his passion and knowledge with others, whether it is a trip with the most experienced angler or the first trip for the beginner. He prides himself with a strong sense of conservation and customer satisfaction. His experience has been acquired by spending many hours and days along the Texas coast.

Tight Lines Charters offers a unique and enjoyable approach to shallow water fishing for the ultimate fishing experience. We cater to corporate, private or family groups, we will custom tailor your fishing adventure. Airport and pick-up or drop-off arrangements can be made. Capt. Ernest is licensed by the USCG and Texas Parks and Wildlife, and is fully insured.

Your charter boat is an eighteen foot Shallow Sport, completely rigged for our shallow bay system ( average depth = 1.5 ft.) with a 150 Yamaha V-Max on the trailer and can launch from any number of ramps around the Lower Laguna Madre. We will even pick you up on the way to the ramp.

We guide for snook, trout, redfish, flounder, and a few other species that the Lower Laguna Madre has to offer. Fishing with both fly and spin tackle, we allow clients access to the fish of their choice. We fish the pristine waters of the Lower Laguna Madre Bay year round from Port Mansfield to the South Padre/ Port Isabel area. We specialize in sight, wade, and drift fishing with artificials.

"I have been fishing the Laguna Madre since a youngster. That's when I knew I was hooked on fishing.  There's hardly a day that goes by that I am not on the water. What can I say; I love to fish!  Come have some of the greatest fun and excitement the Laguna Madre has to offer!"

My name is Captain Cliff Fleming.  Join me for a trip on the Crystal clear waters of the Lower Laguna Madre Bay of Deep South Texas. My experience encompasses a lifetime fishing including these waters since 1974.  Trained as a Geophysics Data Processor I decided to create Crystal Flats Guide Service in 1986 as professional Private 6-pack charter captain licensed by the United States Coast Guard.

My forte is sight fishing for targets or confront the challenge of weary tailing redfish and speckled trout.  Success is the ability to formulate the clients’ requests to match their skill levels this approach is a first priority.  Each trip on the water customer fishing is the main focus so my list of sponsors and trophies are not as important as my customer satisfaction record.  Whether exploring the depths for exotic fish species of Port Brownsville or near shore Jetties sport fishing, as well as North on the Laguna Madre all the way to Port Mansfield this is my back waters comfort zone and the realm where I feed my mind and educate others about the ever-changing fishing challenges that can last a lifetime.