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Vagabond Flats
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•Vagabond Flats operates guided duck hunts and inshore fishing charters out of Corpus Christi, Texas. Capt. Grady Skelton brings a lifetime of waterfowl hunting experience—guiding from Canada to Texas—and holds both USCG certification and a TPWD Guide's License. Being located in the Central Flyway pu...
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Vagabond Flats operates guided duck hunts and inshore fishing charters out of Corpus Christi, Texas. Capt. Grady Skelton brings a lifetime of waterfowl hunting experience—guiding from Canada to Texas—and holds both USCG certification and a TPWD Guide's License.
Being located in the Central Flyway puts Vagabond Flats in prime waterfowl territory. The Texas Coastal Bend hosts a large population and variety of species throughout the season:
- •Pintail
- •Redhead
- •Gadwall
- •Wigeon
- •Scaup
- •Mottled Duck
- •Canvasback
- •Bufflehead
- •Teal
Hunts operate from Rockport through Baffin Bay and are available to both new and experienced hunters.
Vagabond Flats offers multiple hunt configurations:
| Hunt Type | Timing | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Full Day | Legal shooting time until limit | Complete waterfowl experience |
| Morning | Legal time – ~10:00 AM | Early season preference |
| Afternoon | 2:00 PM – Legal sunset | Afternoon opportunity |
| Cast & Blast | Custom combo | Fishing and hunting same day |
2023-2024 Season Dates: - Early Teal: September 9–24, 2023 - Regular Season: November 4–26 & December 9, 2023 – January 28, 2024
All hunts are fully guided and include: - Hunting dogs - Decoys - Transportation to and from blinds - Tailored planning based on your requirements
Each hunt is customized to your group's needs and experience level.
Beyond duck hunts, Vagabond Flats runs year-round fishing charters targeting trophy trout and redfish in South Texas's famed inshore flats.
Fishing Trip Rates: Starting at $850 for half-day or full-day trips (up to 7 hours or until limit)
Available Services: - Wade fishing with artificial lures or bait - Drift fishing from boat - Sight casting - Catch-and-release or fish cleaning ($/ per pound at Marker 37 Marina)
Trips depart from Marker 37 Marina (off JFK Causeway, next to Snoopy's Pier), a full-service facility with: - Snacks, drinks, and tackle - Clean bathrooms - FishTales bar and grill for breakfast tacos - Fish cleaning service
Anglers fish from a SCB R24, a premium shallow-water platform designed for rough chop and backwater performance.
Required: - Texas Saltwater Fishing License (17+) - Proper seasonal clothing - Sunscreen - Polarized sunglasses - Non-scuffing deck shoes - Cooler for fish (if keeping catch) - Hat, buff, sun gloves - Waders and boots (for wade fishing)
Included: - Rods, reels, tackle, and lures (bring your own if preferred) - Bottled water - Snacks - Photography
All captains and guides are USCG licensed and TPWD certified. Safety waivers are required before every trip.
Capt. Grady is available for local tournament fishing (Corpus Christi, North Padre Island, Port Aransas, Rockport, Baffin Bay) and corporate team events. He works to help teams win with specialized effort and local expertise.
Deposit: $200 required; 14-day cancellation notice for non-weather issues (7-day notice for tournaments)
Email: [email protected] Location: Corpus Christi, Texas Follow: @vagabondflats on Instagram
- •Mission: To provide the best shallow water fishing and hunting experience in the Corpus Christi area while leaving guests with unforgettable memories and a commitment to protecting Texas coastal waters.