I went on our buddy GroupMe months ago asking for Galveston fishing guide recs and one of my buddies, knowing I had not been active on TexAgs in many years, shared a thread recommending Captain Steven Gremillion.
I reached out and booked with him and wanted to share my experience.
Easy, smooth communication and transaction. He was timely and on point. His boat and equipment were all top-notch and fit our needs perfectly. He was friendly and patient and did a great job of filleting our catch.
Mostly, though, he made for a great morning of fishing for my 12-year old son. We've fished a number of times previously, always with guides, but we're still closer to novice than expert. Most of our other guides have been fine, but with kids in particular (we've got 2 older boys that have been previously), guides do too much. I get it - they don't know what kind of client they have and they don't want some fool screwing up their gear. I get it.
But CPT Grem let my son struggle some, if that makes sense. He let him feel some hits but not set the hook. He let him struggle with the fight and even lose a few. And for the first time, I think he appreciated that fishing isn't just about the victory and the dinner that follows, it's about the challenge and the failure that any outdoors adventure requires.
When we got into the car to drive back - after a very cool surprise that is his story to tell, not mine - he told me, "This was the best fishing trip we've ever been on!"
So a tip of the hat to Captain Gremillion for a fabulous day and my highest recommendation for him as a guide. He'll make your day special, especially if you have kids wanting to get on the water. (And just prior to typing this, I see he's working to get another family accommodated down the coast a little. Outstanding!)
https://imgur.com/a/Rt5CSSk
I reached out and booked with him and wanted to share my experience.
Easy, smooth communication and transaction. He was timely and on point. His boat and equipment were all top-notch and fit our needs perfectly. He was friendly and patient and did a great job of filleting our catch.
Mostly, though, he made for a great morning of fishing for my 12-year old son. We've fished a number of times previously, always with guides, but we're still closer to novice than expert. Most of our other guides have been fine, but with kids in particular (we've got 2 older boys that have been previously), guides do too much. I get it - they don't know what kind of client they have and they don't want some fool screwing up their gear. I get it.
But CPT Grem let my son struggle some, if that makes sense. He let him feel some hits but not set the hook. He let him struggle with the fight and even lose a few. And for the first time, I think he appreciated that fishing isn't just about the victory and the dinner that follows, it's about the challenge and the failure that any outdoors adventure requires.
When we got into the car to drive back - after a very cool surprise that is his story to tell, not mine - he told me, "This was the best fishing trip we've ever been on!"
So a tip of the hat to Captain Gremillion for a fabulous day and my highest recommendation for him as a guide. He'll make your day special, especially if you have kids wanting to get on the water. (And just prior to typing this, I see he's working to get another family accommodated down the coast a little. Outstanding!)
https://imgur.com/a/Rt5CSSk
