NightStalker
Guide Service Capt. Rick Hammond |
Flounder Gigging in the Rockport, Texas area
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Call 361-229-6053 to book a trip
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All of my gigging is done from my 26 foot flat-bottom custom flounder boat.
There is no need to get in the water, and all the equipment is provided. The
boat is complete with outboard, air-motor, full underwater / above water lights,
and all of the latest GPS and safety equipment. The boat can accommodate up
to 4 adults, and has comfortable seats for all passengers. When fully loaded
with people and gear, the boat still floats in 4-5 inches of water, making it
easy to get into the shallow water where the flounder hide.
Capt. Rick has been a full-time flounder gigging guide since 2002 (21 years of experience). He knows how to handle all different kinds of groups, and loves having kids and families on the boat.
One of the most interesting things at night, is all of the marine life you can see from the boat. With the airmotor running and flounder lights on, the fish seem unaware of your presence, and the flats come to life with activity. On a typical night you will see the following species in large numbers: Flounder, Redfish, Mullet, Stingray, Needlefish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, Croaker, Blue Crab, Stone Crab, Shrimp, and Alligator Gar.
When you go gigging with Capt. Rick, you will need to bring the following items.
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Valid saltwater fishing license
• Bug spray
• Light windbreaker/rain jacket
• Cooler with drinks/snacks (alcohol is OK)
Flounder gigging trips depart at sunset, and typically last 3-6 hours, depending on fishing success. The limit on flounder is 5 per person, with 15" minimum, and the guide can not keep any fish. Black drum and sheephead are also legal to gig. Capt. Rick can also accommodate bow-fishing, but please bring your own equipment if you want to bow-fish.
Capt. Rick's Boat It is 26' long and 9 feet wide. I can accomodate groups of up to 4 people with ease. |
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Big Flounder Hall-of-Fame for 2021 and 2022 |
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11 pound, 30 inch flounder gigged in December 2009 Our biggest ever! |
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10 pound, 30 inch flounder gigged on December 6, 2016 Tie for 2nd biggest ever! |
10 pound, 28 inch flounder gigged in December 2005 Tie for 2nd biggest ever! |
Rest in Peace - Capt. Red 1947-2012 |
To schedule a trip call: 361-229-6053
Night Stalker Guide Service
9 West Lake Dr. , Rockport, TX 78382
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Rick Hammond