Fall Fishing is Accelerating

Fall Fishing is Accelerating

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Bay Flats Lodge Resort & Marina

October 10, 2019



Today’s Catch

October Fishing, So Far

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October 1st revealed much higher tides, with many fish being caught over grass/mud/shell mixtures in some of the furthest back lake areas.

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When you're on, you're on! And when the fish are on, nothing can go wrong, especially with Big Reds! (October 2nd)

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Capt. 'Lil John Wyatt's October 3rd crew worked hard to capture moments that will never be forgotten!

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Amongst all the tremendous redfish action on Oct. 4th, the speckled trout bite built in intensity. As things start to cool down a little this month, the trout bite will only continue to increase (especially atop shell)!

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Higher than normal tides lately have accounted for many precious redfish landings, and our October 5th guests experienced just that!

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In case you don't recognize the sleeve of Capt. Stephen Boriskie, that's him. He's wrestling an early morning Oct. 6th trout that chose his bone Super Spook Jr.

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Wade fishing is a great way to experience the sport of Texas coastal angling, and a few of our Oct 7th guests had a great time in the water with the fish!

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These guys hit it "BIG" while wade fishing with artificial baits on Oct. 8th. Capt. Cooper Hartmann put them on the fish, "PERIOD".

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Our Oct. 9th guests had some line thumpin' and some reel peelin' to contend with as they encountered a number of very nice redfish.


Contact Us Today to Reserve Your Dates

2019-20 Winter Fishing Special

(888) 677-4868

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Bay Flats Lodge is offering special pricing to make your next corporate trip even easier during December and January. So, take advantage of great pricing, warm fires and cold air to make your next family or corporate event something special.

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The following conditions apply to the 2019-20 Winter Fishing Special:

·       Live bait and Texas Hotel Tax costs not included.

·       When rescheduling due to bad weather, we will allow you to reschedule your trip any time within the following 12-months.

·       If you reschedule for any reason other than bad weather, you will be required to reschedule your trip for the period of Dec. 2020 thru Jan. 2021.

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Equipment:

·       Simms Chest-Wader Rentals + Boots are $35/day

·       Simms Wading Boot Rentals (Boots Only) is $20/day

·       If you plan to wade fish, please bring your own rods & reels. Rod and reel rental is $30 per day (we supply rods & reels when fishing from the boat).


San Antonio Bay in October

We’re going to experience our first notable cool front of the season within the next couple days, which means an increase in trout action atop San Antonio Bay (SAB) shell pads, which are some of the finest mid-bay reefs you’ll find in all of Texas.  SAB offers plenty of space to accommodate everyone who might want to get in on the action, even on weekends.  If you’re able and willing, you should probably seriously consider getting your wading boots wet in SAB this month, especially if you’re looking for some accelerated fall trout fishing.

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Fishing the reefs on a calm, cool day following a frontal passage can be very prosperous.  Start your approach with a small top water bait that won’t make a lot of noise.  Work the lure across the shallow portions of the reef on both sides of the reef.  If the fish aren’t showing any interest at the water’s surface, offer them a slow-sinker instead.  Cast a MirrOdine or Corky out into deeper water and wait just a few seconds before beginning the required twitch, twitch, pause retrieve.  If that doesn’t work, walk out a little further and start tossing a plastic tail into deep water while slowly hopping it back up the slope of the reef.

Locating the active bite along the reef may mean you’ll first need to locate bait activity.  Typically, you’ll find the trout if you find the bait.  If you aren’t able to physically see bait working on top of the water, then you may elect to not waste time chunking a surface walker - the baitfish might be holding below the surface or near the bottom.  You might want to start your search with your sub-surface baits, instead.

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Because this bay has the number of reefs that it does, it’s necessary that you know your way around.  Spend your first few SAB outings with someone who’s already familiar with the bay – a close fishing buddy, or maybe even a local fishing guide.  By remembering safety as being the major precursor to success in this bay system, as well as others, do yourself a huge favor and go slow in the beginning, and always remember to use your auto-kill switch (which, as of September 1, 2019, is now required by law).


We’re Now Accepting Applications for Full-Time Fishing Guides

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Do you have all required Federal and State credentials, and are they all current and up to date?

- USCG OUPV (6-Pack) License

- American Red Cross First-Aid and CPR Card

- Active Membership/Participant in Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Program 

Management System or Consortium Program

- USCG Medical Certificate

- TP&WD Guide License

- Texas Saltwater Fishing License

- TWIC Card - Does NOT need to be current, but must have one.


You must also possess the following:

-        Good communication skills.

-        A strong work ethic.

-        A positive and service-oriented attitude.

-        Self-motivation.

-        A willingness and ability to work with people (customers).

-        Extraordinary good manners and an ability to be courteous at all times.

-        Ability to maintain a clean, neat appearance at all times.

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To arrange a meeting, please call TJ Christensen at (361) 746-0248


Dockside with Randy Brown

BFL Manager

I like watching birds. I’m not a bird enthusiast in the proper sense of the word. I don’t carry binoculars and a birding book. I don’t record the different species I see. Truth be told, I don’t know the names of the vast majority of the birds I see. But I still like watching birds, especially the little ones. These little winged particles of greatness fascinate me. How does something this small survive, much less thrive? I don’t have the answer, and that’s part of the reason I find small birds so interesting. 

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What they teach me is that I am too often captivated by the large and extravagant. It’s easy to fixate on the obvious and give my attention to the largest and loudest. The small and simplistic are easily overlooked, and often times to my own detriment. 

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Here at Bay Flats Lodge, we’re pretty simple. Good food, comfortable accommodations, a welcoming smile, and a relaxed atmosphere is what you can expect to find. There’s nothing magical about any of these things, they simply require attention to detail - a natural focus on the little things.


What Our Recent Guests Are Saying

The Lodge staff were very friendly, and they were able to answer any questions we had. Capt. Jeremy McClelland was awesome - he made the experience the best it could be! The appetizers and the dinner were very good. The facility was very nice, and I will visit again! Everything was great! - Jack G. 10/7/19

The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful throughout our entire trip. They continuously made sure that our needs were met. Capt. Billy Freudensprung was an excellent guide! My fishing partner and I had a great time on the water with him because we got along great, and he kept the fishing fun and interesting. There was never a moment where he wasn't making sure our hooks were baited. I would love to fish with Capt. Billy again. All of the food was stellar! I don't usually enjoy cold cut sandwiches, but I really enjoyed the sandwich we had on the boat. The steaks and appetizers were incredible, and breakfast was the perfect meal before heading out on the water. The entire lodge was clean and orderly, just as expected. Everything was great! Thank you to all of the staff and guides! - Aaron L. 10/6/19

Great staff - very enjoyable! Capt. Billy Freudensprung was awesome! I want to fish with him again! Best fried fish I’ve ever had! And I finished the steak, too - I’m proud! The entire visit was honestly a breath of fresh air! - Alejandro P. 10/5/19

You can't have a better experience than with this group - food, guides, lodging, staff and all around relaxation! - Kevin J. 10/4/19

I don't know how you could improve on your services - everything was very well done! - Billy A. 10/4/19

Capt. Kevin Matula was fantastic, and Capt. 'Lil John Wyatt was very good, as well! - Brian C. 10/4/19


Seven-Day Weather Forecast

Thursday              10 % Precip.

Intervals of clouds and sunshine. High 88F. Winds SSE at 10 to 20 mph.

Friday                   80 % Precip.

Becoming windy with thunderstorms likely. High near 85F. Winds S at 10 to 15 mph, becoming N and increasing to 25 to 35 mph. Chance of rain 80%. Higher wind gusts possible.

Saturday                 0 % Precip.

Partly cloudy skies. Gusty winds in the morning. High near 75F. Winds NNE at 20 to 30 mph.

Sunday                  20 % Precip.

Partly to mostly cloudy. Slight chance of a rain shower. High 82F. Winds NE at 10 to 15 mph.

Monday                 40 % Precip.

Scattered thunderstorms in the morning. Partly cloudy skies late. High 86F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40%.

Tuesday                 40 % Precip.

Scattered thunderstorms in the morning, then partly cloudy late. High near 90F. Winds s at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40%.

Wednesday            40 % Precip.

Scatted thunderstorms in the morning. Then partly cloudy late. High 87F. Winds NE at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 40%.

Coastal Water Temperature: 

Port Aransas        84.0 degrees

Seadrift                86.0 degrees

Matagorda Bay    85.0 degrees


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