Get the Net Guide Service

Get the Net Guide Services, LLC is an inshore fishing guide service based in Crystal Beach, Texas, operating on the upper Texas coast with a primary focus on Galveston Bay, particularly the East Bay and East Galveston Bay areas. The business is run by Captain Jeff Brandon, a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain, and is positioned as a family-friendly option for anglers looking to fish the bays out of the Bolivar Peninsula.

Trips typically launch from the Stingaree Canal area in Crystal Beach, providing direct access to East Bay waters without long run times. Fishing is centered on classic Texas inshore species, with redfish and speckled trout as the main targets. Depending on the season and conditions, anglers may also encounter flounder, black drum, and sheepshead. Trips are built around standard bay fishing techniques rather than specialized or technical formats.

Fishing is done using light tackle, with common methods including drifting, popping corks, bottom fishing, and jigging. Boat size varies depending on which vessel is scheduled, with listings generally showing boats in the 21 to 24 foot range. Group sizes are typically up to five anglers, making trips suitable for families and small groups. Boats are equipped with basic bay-fishing essentials such as GPS, fishfinder electronics, live bait wells, and trolling motors.

Trips are usually offered as half-day bay trips in the four to five hour range, as well as full-day trips lasting around eight hours. Public listings commonly show pricing in the mid-hundreds per group, with adjustments based on trip length and number of anglers. Rods, reels, tackle, lures, water, ice, and catch cleaning are commonly included. Guests are generally expected to bring their own snacks, additional drinks, sun protection, and weather-appropriate clothing.

Get the Net Guide Services is best suited for anglers looking for a straightforward Galveston Bay fishing trip out of Crystal Beach, especially families or groups fishing with kids. The operation focuses on accessible bay fishing with simple logistics and a relaxed pace rather than specialized or offshore-oriented trips.