(Jan 19, 2012) Fishing Update - Captain Bryan Brawner 409-256-1265, www.CrystalBeachCharters.com

While we still are experiencing weekly fronts and some extra low tides, this spring looks to be shaping up for a good one since we have not had an extended period of very cold weather. Right now there are some fishing opportnities in the surf and some of the deeper shell reefs. Whiting are usually good in the surf from now through spring. Also, you can catch lots of black drum out on some of the deeper shell on reefs like Hanna's and Deep. These may not be the most sought after fish but they sure fight hard and beat sitting at home when the trout aren't cooperating. It is also getting close to the time to go after whiting on some of the deeper shell reefs. They are excellent to eat and make a great trip to take the kids where they can be successful. I take several whiting family trips each spring break time and everyone always has a great time with the action and the occasional hook up with a big black drum 20lbs+. I left last report's paragraph in below because it will be relevant through March. I have finished all of my maintenance and plan to start accepting charter bookings now. Due to increased expenses, I had to go up some on my base charter rates but have increased the time out fishing. However, I will still offer weekly weekday specials only here on the fishing report. My special now is for February weekdays Monday through Thursday only. 375.00 for 2 anglers for a 1/2 day. I have increased my half day to 6 hours which is a great deal.

For this time of year, there still remain some fishing opportunities around the bay. The numerous canals and marsh drain areas off of the Intracoastal are still holding some reds and flounder with some good catches last week when the tides were higher. On a higher tide, black drum, sheepshead and whiting can be caught back in some of the deeper channels of marsh areas like Big Pasture and Yates. The beachfront can be good for whiting when the north winds calm the surf and leave the bay rough. Also, one of the most popular winter fishing areas for waders is the Anahuac Wildlife Refuge shoreline which offers several miles of shoreline where waders can catch the big trophy winter specks. The North shoreline of East Bay can also be productive where you find bait activity. When stalking the big trout, always look for bait activity which will be mullet this time of year. Lure presentation should be very slow whether using a TTF soft plastic under a popping cork or slow sinking lure like a corky.


I am a full time fishing guide on Galveston East Bay so I am available for charters 7 days a week. I offer half day, full day , evening, and offshore trips. I plan my charters around your preferences so I offer trips for all skill levels and needs of my clients. I offer hardware (artificial lures) only trips, for the experienced sport fishermen who prefer to use only artificial lures. Also, I offer charters using live bait or a combination so we can take advantage of what they are hitting best for the day we are out. Your success and fun is what taking a fishing charter is about. 409-256-1265 www.FishingHouston.com, www.CrystalBeachCharters.com