What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Galveston, Texas for the first time?

August is still a bit too hot! The sun will wear you down quickly. Make sure to hydrate and wear plenty of sunscreen as well as mosquito spray. As far as the fish, watch for the weather. The murky water after lots of rain can make it hard to see the bait and means less fish!

I would recommend hiring a charter if you want to catch quality fish. If a charter is out of your budget, I recommend 61st street fishing pier...you will be able to get helpful fishing tips and techniques from experienced local anglers

Next year I’ll book two shorter trips with Texas fishing charters instead of one long one. But that’s just so that I can spend two nights at Katie’s Restaurant eating the fish Capt Zack puts me on top of

Familiars yourself with your fishing location and make sure you tip them. Jerry and Brian the Deck Hand work their butts off and I tipped them more than my budget allowed. When you get good work pay them accordingly.

This was our first time fishing in Galveston. We caught the biggest fish I've ever caught. I would highly recommend it. You'll have a great time and priceless memories. My only regret this trip is that we didn't catch anything we could keep and eat, but I'll make a meal of those pictures and bragging rights for atleast a year.?

- Not the best fishing, but fewer crowds. - sunscreen, lots, there is limited shade since you have to cast the poles. - lots of drinks, gatorade. - make sure you have paper tags, get your license 2+ weeks ahead of time, or at a store. NOT online. - If you are not sure, go ahead and take a sea sickness medicine ahead of time or at least ginger. The heat really can break you down faster than normal.

We waited and booked when we knew the water and weather were good. Very kid friendly and we learned a lot about the fishing. I would book again. My boy will remember his big catch for the rest of his life.

Be sure to get your license before the store closes. Walmart and academy close early. Walmart stops selling license at 10. I would recommend going to the marina bait shop. It opens at 6:00 am and is right there.

The conditions were not ideal but Mike an Travis found the fish and we had a great time. They were very tentative to my wife with it being her first time on a fishing boat. They supplied everything else needed.

It definitely was advantageous and fun filling! We had so much fun. Boyfriend took his pole, but the captain provides everything including filleting the fishes. We caught 2 reds and sheep head. The weather was beautiful. I'll recommend this charter

Make sure you have a small cooler for drinks or snacks and a poncho for wet weather. Other than that the captain took care of everything.

Ask the captain all questions before you book make sure you get to fish your self and if you have kids with you they get to fish .

First time out but fish weren't biting. The Capt even called others and they were having similar experiences.

We had clear skies and some wind, but be prepared for the sun with lots of sun screen. Waves can pickup to so take meds for motion sickness hrs ahead of time if the bothers you.

Sometimes the fishing is hard. If it were easy you are at the grocery store. Enjoy it anyway. Don't make it a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Be sure to take water and sunscreen. The breeze on the water is great but it is still very hot. We brought sandwiches each time just to have something to munch on.

Talk to the captain in advance and make sure you're prepared for the weather, the time underway, and sea state. And HAVE FUN

It was our first time and having someone who knew what they were doing makes all the difference!

Conditions were tough. Very windy, but that was just the day we had to work with.

Absolutely well worth spending at least a half a day with Get Hooked Charters Captain Damien

Dress appropriately. In the morning, it's a bit chilly so bring a sweatshirt or sweater.

There are a lot of boats hitting the same area but all of them are bringing in fish.

September can be spotty in this area depending on Temps, currents, wind and moon phase. Be sure you book with the right charter to ensure a good time. Fishing addiction definitely took care of us.

Make sure u use the restroom before u go if u have long hair put it up wear comfortable clothing u will get splashed every now and then so be ready for that have fun!

The big bay has a lot of submerged sites (old drilling platforms, sunken barges) that make for good fishing. It really helps to go with someone who knows the bay.

Let your Captain know exactly what you want when you board. If you want inshore for an hour or two and then shark for the rest, he’ll accommodate. Great trip!

Seas were high after days of strong storms. 15+ ft swells all around the jetty. Bay fishing was calm.

Get a guide!!! They have all the right equipment and experience to be sure you catch some great fish.

Watch the weather. It was really windy and the wind had the water all churned up and muddy. Fish were not biting as well as they maybe would have otherwise.

I would reccomend to first timer fishers to take a fishing guide trip or go to a fishing pier and ask plenty of questions! Its the ocean, much different than fresh water. Its good to be informed!