5.0(1 Reviews)New Orleans Fishing Charter | 8-Hour Beginner Trip
5.0(1 reviews)
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fullday private inshore fishing trip targeting redfish and troutBeginnerfriendly instruction with all gear and guidance providedEight hours of handson learning in New Orleans marshes
Looking to get your feet wet in Louisiana's legendary fishing waters? Captain Hubert's full-day charter is your ticket to learning the ropes while putting some solid fish in the boat. This 8-hour private trip takes you deep into New Orleans' productive marsh systems, where redfish cruise the shallows and speckled trout hunt in the grass beds. Starting at 6:30 AM, you'll have the whole day to dial in your technique, ask questions, and actually catch fish – not just cast around hoping for the best. Captain Hubert knows these waters like the back of his hand and specializes in teaching newcomers the fundamentals that'll serve them for years to come.
This isn't some rushed half-day deal where you're barely getting started before it's time to head in. With 8 full hours on the water, you've got real time to learn proper casting, understand how to read structure, and figure out what makes these marsh fish tick. Captain Hubert runs these trips at a comfortable pace – no pressure, no rushing through spots just to hit numbers. You'll start in productive areas where the fish are cooperative, giving you confidence early in the day. As you get more comfortable with the basics, he'll move to different types of structure and teach you how water depth, current, and grass lines all factor into where fish set up. The boat stays in protected inshore waters, so you won't be dealing with big seas or rough conditions that can make learning difficult. Everything's provided – rods, reels, tackle, bait, and most importantly, the kind of patient instruction that turns a good day into the start of a real fishing habit.
You'll be working with medium-action spinning gear that's forgiving for beginners but still plenty capable of handling anything that bites. Captain Hubert starts most folks off with live bait – shrimp and pogies that these marsh fish can't resist. Once you've got the feel for detecting bites and setting hooks, he'll introduce you to soft plastics and topwater plugs that'll teach you to read water and understand fish behavior. The techniques are all about finesse here – learning to work a jig head through grass beds without hanging up, understanding how to present a shrimp around oyster structure, and getting the timing right on topwater strikes. You'll spend time anchored on productive spots, but also learn how to drift fish and cover water effectively. The captain explains why certain baits work in different situations, how tides affect fish movement, and what to look for when you're trying to locate fish on your own. By the end of the day, you'll understand not just how to catch fish, but why they're where they are and what makes them bite.
"Capt Frenchy knows his stuff. His knowledge of the area and his ability to find the fish was pretty incredible. We had 30-40 mph winds and super high pressure all day. Despite these tough conditions he still put me on fish and was upbeat about it all. He worked hard and I will be back to fish with him again for sure." - Phil Hall
Redfish are the bread and butter of these Louisiana marshes, and they're perfect for learning the fundamentals. These copper-colored bruisers average 20-25 inches in these waters and fight like fish twice their size. They're most active during moving tides, especially early morning and late afternoon, when they push up into shallow water to feed on crabs and shrimp. What makes reds so great for beginners is their aggressive feeding style – when they're on the bite, they'll usually commit fully to your bait. You'll hear them crashing bait on the surface, see their backs cutting through skinny water, and learn to pick out their feeding signs. Spring through fall offers the most consistent action, though these fish bite year-round in South Louisiana.
Speckled trout bring a different challenge that'll sharpen your skills quickly. These spotted predators are more finicky than redfish, requiring better presentation and timing to fool consistently. They typically run 14-18 inches in these waters, with occasional fish pushing over 20 inches that'll really test your drag. Specks love grass beds and drop-offs where they can ambush baitfish, and they're particularly active during dawn and dusk periods. What makes them exciting is their unpredictability – they might slam a topwater plug one minute and require a subtle soft plastic presentation the next. Learning to catch specks consistently teaches you to pay attention to subtle details that'll make you a better angler overall.
Flounder add variety to the day and teach you about structure fishing in a whole new way. These flatfish typically range 14-16 inches and are masters of camouflage, lying in wait along drop-offs, channel edges, and around submerged structure. They're most active during cooler months, from October through March, when they stage for their offshore spawning runs. What makes flounder fishing educational is learning to feel their subtle bite – they don't usually slam your bait like a redfish, but rather pick it up and move off slowly. This teaches you to pay attention to your line and detect strikes that might go unnoticed otherwise. Plus, they're excellent eating, so there's a real reward for developing the skills to target them effectively.
This top-rated charter gives you everything you need to start your Louisiana fishing journey right. With Captain Hubert's patient instruction, quality gear, and access to some of the Gulf Coast's most productive waters, you'll come off the water with real skills and confidence. The 8-hour format means you're not just sampling the fishing – you're getting a comprehensive education that'll pay dividends every time you wet a line. These beginner-friendly trips book up quickly, especially during prime fishing months, so don't wait to secure your date. Whether you're looking to start a new
Your fishing adventure starts aboard a nimble 19-foot Brackish Boats motorboat, perfectly sized for an intimate day on New Orleans' productive inshore waters. Powered by a reliable 70hp engine that can hit 37 knots when needed, this versatile vessel gets you to the fishing grounds quickly and handles the shallow marshes with ease. The onboard fish finder takes the guesswork out of locating redfish and speckled trout, while GPS navigation ensures smooth travels through the maze of channels and bayous. An icebox keeps your catch fresh and drinks cold during the full 8-hour trip, and the multimedia system provides entertainment during travel time. Built for comfort and functionality, this boat gives you and one other angler plenty of room to cast, fight fish, and learn proper techniques without feeling cramped. Captain Hubert knows how to position this agile craft in the perfect spots where beginners can build confidence while targeting flounder and other popular species in these calm, fish-rich waters.
5.0 out of 5.0Capt Frenchy knows his stuff. His knowledge of the area and his ability to find the fish was pretty incredible. We had 30-40 mph w...
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