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Jeff Brandon, Captain at Get the Net Guide Services - Crystal Beach

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Get The Net Guide Services awaits you at Port Bolivar, TX! Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned angler, Captain Jeff Brandon invites you to come aboard and fish the waters of Galveston Bay & East Bay where you will experience a day of angling memories sure to last a lifetime.

Captain Jeff is a family man who enjoys nothing more than putting smiles on kids ‘faces when they achieve that impressive or first-time catch and will work hard to make it an enjoyable day on the water. He began fishing & hunting at the age of 5. It was there he developed a love for sharing the outdoor experience with others.

His primary waters are Galveston East Bay, where he has spent the last 39 years saltwater fishing, and the last 10 as a full-time resident of Crystal Beach, to better focus on the ever-changing fish patterns to get clients on the fish. He specializes in teaching trips with artificial lures, targeting Speckled Sea Trout and Redfish. Whether you are a first timer or a seasoned veteran, we guarantee it will be a great day on the waters of East Galveston Bay.

The captain will provide top-quality rods, reels, and tackle. All you have to prepare is your weather-appropriate clothing, sun protection, snacks & drinks, and your camera to capture every moment of the trip

Whether you prefer wade fishing the shoreline or fishing the shallows in the marsh, he would love to have you along and will work to design a trip around your expectations. What are you waiting for? Book a trip with Get The Net Guide Services today to embark on a fishing experience you’ll retell for years to come!

Upcoming Availability

June 2025

July 2025

Expertise & Attributes

fishing

Drift Fishing

Good with Families

Good with Kids

Good with New Anglers

Live Bait

Master Guide

Nature / Wildlife Views

Saltwater Fishing

Technical Fishing

Fishing Techniques

JiggingLight TackleBait CastingDrift Boat Fishing

What's Included

Good to Knows

Your Guide has some important details about your trip with them.

Cancellation Policy

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What's Included

Good to Knows

Your Guide has some important details about your trip with them.

Cancellation Policy

When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.

Trips Available with Get the Net Guide Services - Crystal Beach

Fishing

Starting At $600

Port Bolivar, TX - 4 Hour Inshore Bay - Afternoon Fishing Trip

Fishing Area: Crystal Beach, TX, United States

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

Gulf Coast Variside • 22' Gulf Coast • Max 4 guests (base trip price includes 4 guests)

Description: This 4- hour inshore trip lets you go after Speckled Sea Trout, Redfish and more! Get The Net Guide Services will take you on an action-packed fishing adventure in Galveston Bay. Your rods, reels, and lures are included. What are you waiting for? Plan your trip and book now! (if more than 4 guests, reach out to me to discuss)

Fishing

Starting At $600

Port Bolivar, Crystal Beach Texas - Half Day - 5 Hour AM Inshore Bay Fishing Trip

Fishing Area: Crystal Beach, TX, United States

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

Gulf Coast Variside • 22' Gulf Coast • Max 4 guests (base trip price includes 4 guests)

Description: Whether you prefer throwing lures over shell or fishing the shallows in the marsh, he would love to have you along, and will work to design a trip around your expectations. Captain Jeff is a family man who enjoys nothing more than putting smiles on kids ‘faces as they catch fish. (if more than 4 guests reach out to me to discuss)

Fishing

Starting At $600

Multi Boat Trip - 5 Hours of Fishing am

Fishing Area: Crystal Beach, TX, United States

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

Gulf Coast Variside • 22' Gulf Coast • Max 4 guests (base trip price includes 4 guests)

Description: This is priced per boat, but this gives you the option to book multiple boats when your group size is larger than 4 adults.

Fishing

Starting At $850

Full Day Inshore Bay Fishing Trip - 8 Hours - Crystal Beach, Texas

Fishing Area: Crystal Beach, TX, United States

Fishing: Inshore

Fishing Boat:

Gulf Coast Variside • 22' Gulf Coast • Max 4 guests (base trip price includes 4 guests)

Description: This is for the fisher that wants to spend a full 8 hours on the water and get their lines stretched. Pack a lunch or can dine on the water at Stingaree restaurant, and then head back out in Galveston Bay for more fishing. Either way it will be a great time to enjoy the outdoors. (if more than 4 guests, reach out to me to discuss)

Vehicles

Lanier Custom Fast Cat

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

Boat Length:

21 ft

Manufacturer Name:

Lanier Custom Boat

Model Year:

2013

Engine Manufacturer Name:

Yamaha

# of Engines:

Horsepower Per Engine:

250

Maximum Cruising Speed:

Features: Fish Finder GPS VHF Radio

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Lanier Custom FastCat Center Console powered by a Yamaha 250 SHO 4-stroke. The boat is equipped with all the safety features to assure a fantastic day on the water. I

Lanier Custom Fast Cat

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

Boat Length:

21 ft

Manufacturer Name:

Lanier Custom Boat

Model Year:

2013

Engine Manufacturer Name:

Yamaha

# of Engines:

Horsepower Per Engine:

250

Maximum Cruising Speed:

Features: Fish Finder GPS VHF Radio

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Lanier Custom FastCat Center Console powered by a Yamaha 250 SHO 4-stroke. The boat is equipped with all the safety features to assure a fantastic day on the water. I

Gulf Coast Variside

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

Boat Length:

22 ft

Manufacturer Name:

Gulf Coast

Model Year:

2019

Engine Manufacturer Name:

Honda

# of Engines:

Horsepower Per Engine:

250

Maximum Cruising Speed:

Features: Fish Finder GPS VHF Radio

Get the Net Guide Services - Crystal Beach Gulf Coast Boat

Gulf Coast Variside

Boats

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Lanier Custom Fast Cat

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

Boat Length:

21 ft

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Lanier Custom Fast Cat

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

Boat Length:

21 ft

Vehicle Details

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Gulf Coast Variside

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

Boat Length:

22 ft

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Reports and Expert Articles

Inshore Angling Adventure on Bolivar Peninsula's Crystal Beach

March 23, 2025

It was a beautiful day on the Bolivar Peninsula as we set out for a half-day inshore fishing trip with Robert Willis. March is a prime time to fish these Crystal Beach waters, as the mild weather and warming temperatures have the fish feeding aggressively in the shallows. We got an early start, meeting up at 6:30 AM and heading out to some of my favorite inshore honey holes. With the clear conditions, we had excellent visibility as we scanned the flats and edges, looking for any signs of life. I rigged up a mix of lures and live bait, giving us options to cover different water columns and find what the fish wanted on that particular day. It wasn't long before the rods started bending, and we were into some nice fish. We kept it light and technical, working the edges with finesse presentations and focusing on quality over quantity. Though we didn't manage to land any big prizes, we still had a blast, trying different techniques and putting our skills to the test. The bay was alive with nervous baitfish, and we saw plenty of gamefish busting the surface—a great sign for the rest of the season. Even without a big haul, this was still a fantastic day on the water. The weather was beautiful, the company was great, and we got to experience the thrill of hunting for inshore species in the stunning Bolivar Peninsula ecosystem. If you're looking to get out on the water and chase some hard-fighting inshore gamefish, I'd highly recommend booking a half-day inshore trip with Get the Net Guide Services - Crystal Beach. Whether you're a seasoned angler or brand new to fishing, we'll make sure you have an unforgettable experience chasing your next trophy.

May 4th - 5 Hour AM Trip

May 4, 2024

Surface water temperature 75 degrees. Water clarity Good for East Galveston Bay. We battled the typical Springtime winds again this week, so it once again limited where we were able to fish effectively. We found good numbers of solid trout on the Shorelines over shell pockets and within proximity to drains where we had good current movement. If you see bait flipping on the surface the fish are close by, if not, you are best to move on to another spot, after making a few casts. The lighter the jig head the better (1/16 to 1/4), determined by the wind and current, and tails without paddles, are still performing the best, as we were utilizing Anahuac based, Wac Assassin’s in Pearly White & Chartreuse, depending upon clarity and light conditions. This week Fish Smack Popping corks with a 1-to-2-foot leader above a Marker 54 Glide Shrimp has been the top performer for our fishing friends. with a hard pop and about a 5 second pause gathering the most strikes. The new 1/8 oz Shrimplets are coming on strong as well, catching some of our larger trout. The Topwater bite has also been good of late, so if you like throwing walking baits, now is the time. Spring is here and fishing will continue to heat up as the water warms up, so grab your family and friends and beat the crowds on East Galveston Bay.

East Galveston Bay 4/15/2023

April 15, 2023

Surface water temperatures are now in the low 70’s, and water clarity is getting better by the day. We had a few days with North Winds, but for the most part we had winds from the East to Southeast most of the time, with gusts up to 20mph. We fished artificial and live bait trips this week, and depending upon the day and time, the bite was anywhere from finicky to jerk the rod out of your hand, so it made for some great times on East Galveston Bay. This week, we had our best trips in the late afternoon, when we had lots of water and a strong incoming tide. We had a couple of days where every spot we fished produced for us and resulted in some awesome catching for some great fishers. We fished ¼ oz jig heads and the Blue Moon color seemed to trigger some great action for us, as well as live shrimp under a popping cork. The Topwater Bite has been on fire for us the past few days, resulting in our bigger fish and some great action that helped make some great memories for our clients. Most of our catching this week was on Flats and in and around shell on the wind protected shorelines. We photographed and released all of our solid trout over 20”, as we desperately need to get our population of larger trout replenished as it was 10 years or so ago. If you are looking to get out on the water and beat the crowds, now is the perfect time to make it happen, and as always, we will design a trip around your expectations, and guarantee you will have a great time fishing Galveston Bay. Until Next Time – Captain Jeff Brandon – Get the Net Guide Services, LLC – Year-Round Fishing Guide, 1183 N Stingaree Dr, Crystal Beach, Texas 77650

East Galveston Bay 4/2/2023

April 2, 2023

We had our typical weather for this time of year, early in the week a front pushed thru, with strong North winds, pushing the water out of the bay and muddying up the water. As the week progressed the warming trend took place and the water cleaned up nicely, and made for some nice conditions to get on the fish. Surface water temperatures are now getting up in the low 70’s and fishing is picking up, as we get into our Spring patterns. We were able to catch fish on live shrimp under a popping cork, with the leader being 18 to 24”. We have also done quite well fishing a 1/8 oz head and DownSouth tail under a popping cork and landed a number of Solid Trout, as well as black drum and a few nice Slot reds. On our artificial only trips, we have been using topwaters, and Jigheads with tails, and over the last couple of days the White Ice has been the winner, landing both solid trout and keeper size reds. Most of our fish came this week on an incoming tide, fishing drains, and the flats around the areas protected from the wind, where we could find good bait activity. If you are looking to get out on the water and beat the crowds, now is the perfect time to make it happen, and as always, we will design a trip around your expectations, and guarantee you will have a great time fishing Galveston Bay. Until Next Time – Captain Jeff Brandon – Get the Net Guide Services, LLC – Year-Round Fishing Guide, 1183 N Stingaree Dr, Crystal Beach, Texas 77650

Galveston East Bay 3/4/2023

March 4, 2023

After the storms blew through on Thursday evening, and the winds subsided the weather stabilized, which made for some wonderful days to be on the water. Outdoor temps started in the lower 60’s with highs in the lower 70’s for the most part. Surface water temperatures mid 60’s to low 70’s, and water stained. Winds generally out of the East, 7 to 15mph. Morning water levels have been extremely low and outgoing strong tides made it ever more critical to know your way around the bay. This week with the strong outflowing tides, we have been starting on the outside edges of drains. When we were able to find nervous baitfish, we were able to locate and catch fish consistently. This week we have found good numbers in a couple of areas, therefore reducing our running around and gas burning of recent weeks. Fish were caught on 1/4 oz and 1/8 oz heads with Down South tails, with most of the fish preferring Limetreuse in the standard size, although purple reign did quite well. We used a number of other artificials, but the jighead-tail combo was the overall winner for bites and quality reds and trout. All in all now is a great time to enjoy God’s Beauty on Galveston Bay. Until Next Time – Captain Jeff Brandon – Get the Net Guide Services, LLC – Year-Round Fishing Guide, 1183 N Stingaree Dr, Crystal Beach, Texas 77650

Galveston East Bay 3/4/2023

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February 20, 2023 East Galveston Bay Report

February 20, 2023

Cold and windy was the story for us up and thru Saturday. By Sunday, the wind was slowly changing from Easterly to South and we managed a couple reds and a flounder, and a large bull that got off. On Monday the water was beginning to clear up from the storms and the early bite for us was a grind. The winds were light as the morning started and we had to break out the Marsh Land spray, as the mosquitos were brutal, to say the least. We found some trout feeding, but could only manage 1 small Spec before the sun peaked above the horizon. As the morning progressed and the water and air temperature began to rise, and the wind picked up out of the Southwest, we were able to land a keeper black drum on an artificial, as well as a beautiful keeper flounder that decided he didn’t like the boat and therefore lived to see another day. As we moved a number of times, we were able to find a few more keeper trout, with 2 solid fish over 19’ to finish up the morning, just in time for lunch. What makes me smile is that Michelle started out the morning as a novice and by mid-morning she was casting and coerced her first artificial lure catch in saltwater, and she said she is now hooked on this sport we love called Fishing. Fish we caught were in and around shell beds, and the bait that performed the best was Magic Grass on ¼ oz heads, fished very slowly. As we get closer to Spring, fishing should continue to heat up, so hit me up in you want to get on the water before the crowds start rolling in. Until Next Time – Captain Jeff Brandon – Get the Net Guide Services, LLC – Year-Round Fishing Guide

East Galveston Bay fishing report

February 11, 2023

North winds and cold fronts seem to be the repeating weather pattern for us in early February, which has made it increasing tough to stay on the fish consistently here in East Galveston Bay. Two days after the front seems to be when fishing seems to improve the most, but the winter low tides, have made it tougher than it was for us at this time last year. We have been able to catch fish on Corky’s, MirrOlure twitch baits, and Jig heads with tails, but the bites have been tough to come by for us. This week we have found no real concentrations of fish, as it was not uncommon to go over an hour without a bite. The fish were positioned in the deeper channels or on soft mud bottoms, trying to warm up. Winds finally switched out of the southwest by Sunday afternoon, as well as water temperatures rising to the upper 50’s, so fishing should continue to get better before the next front arrives later this week. Spring break is just around the corner, which will be a busy time for us and hopefully we can get some good weather to get out and enjoy God’s beauty on the upper Texas coast. We are running artificial trips only this month, so hit me up if you want to get out on the water. Until Next Time – Captain Jeff Brandon – Get the Net Guide Services, LLC – Year-Round Fishing Guide

East Galveston Bay 2/4/2023

February 4, 2023

Well to keep with the current trend, we had a strong cold front arrive, bringing strong North winds, and dipping water temperatures into the upper 40’s . By Saturday the wind had switched back out of the East and as the day progressed, moved out of the South at 10 to 15mph. The morning air temperature started out at 41 degrees and was in the low 60’s around lunch time. The water was heavily stained in East Bay, and the wind did help keep the mosquito activity down a little less than what we have been encountering lately, but still need to spray yourself down with my recommended choice of Marshland Inspect Repellent, made here in the great state of Texas. Fished several areas, on an outgoing tide, where catching has been good of late, but found very few bites till late morning. As the day developed the water began to heat up, bites increased, but the fish were very spread out. Most bites came on a ¼ oz jig head and plum/chartreuse tails, fished very slowly, as the fish were positioned in the deeper channels and bites were very light. If the current trend continues, about 2 to 3 days after the front passes, the fishing normally peaks, so hit me up if you want to get on the water and do some fishing. Until Next Time – Captain Jeff Brandon – Get the Net Guide Services, LLC – Year-Round Fishing Guide

East Galveston Bay

January 28, 2023

Galveston East Bay 1/28/23Typical for this time of year, another mildcoldfront pushed thru this week, and brought with it rain and some strong North winds, however; water temperatures remained in the low to mid 50’s. By Saturday the wind had switched back out of the East / Southeast and the water was looking good once again, with air temperatures in the 60’s. As the day progressed, the winds increased and were in the 12 -20 mph range for the most part, with a few higher gusts. The wind did help keep the mosquito activity down a little less than what we have been encountering lately, but still need to spray yourself down with my recommended choice of Marshland Inspect Repellent, made here in the great state of Texas. We fished a number of areas, where we had been finding good numbers of fish and we just could not get them to bite, as we moved 5 times, before we figured them out around 11:15am, after the incoming tide began to roll in. The Trout were positioned around the inside mouth of drains and were hanging in deeper cuts close to wind protected shorelines. We were able to manage one flounder in the same area. The bite was non-stop for several hours, with good solid size trout with the largest being at 20”. We utilized 1/4 oz heads with Down South tails (Glow/Chartreuse) as well as Gulp Swimming Mullet (Pearl White/Chartreuse) to land all our fish.The Winter months are a great time to catch good numbers of fish on artificial lures and enjoy the beautiful outdoors with fewer crowds, so hit me up and lets schedule getting our line stretched on East Galveston Bay.

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June 13, 2025

Captain Jeff was amazing to fish with. He keep us on the fish all day ! Best guide i've been with on Crystal beach.

June 13, 2025

Get The Net Guide Services! Jeff Brandon is truly in a league of his own when it comes to fishing guides. From start to finish, our two-day adventure was nothing short of phenomenal. Jeff’s knowledge of the East Galveston Bay Fishery is unmatched, and his passion for fishing shines through in every aspect of the trip. Not only did he put us on the fish both days, but we caught well beyond our limits and had an absolute blast doing so. What really sets Jeff apart is his genuine personality and commitment to making sure his guests have an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to saltwater fishing, Jeff’s enthusiasm and expert guidance make it easy to enjoy every moment. I’ve been on many guided trips before and often left feeling underwhelmed, but Jeff restored my excitement for saltwater fishing and reminded me what a great guide service should be. If you’re thinking about exploring the inshore waters around Crystal Beach, do yourself a huge favor and contact Jeff Brandon with Get The Net Guide Services. You’ll not only catch fish—you’ll create memories and have an experience that’s worth every penny. Thanks again, Jeff, for an amazing trip. I’ll definitely be back! CT

June 13, 2025

Had a great time going out with Jeff. I have been on many charters all over the world and it was one of my favorites from being helpful with fishing pointers to enjoyable conversation. On top of that we got a limit.

June 13, 2025

The most knowledgeable guide I have ever been with! Great trip, great time! I will definitely be back!

RyanCraig

June 13, 2025

We had a great time and caught our limit. It was a wonderful experience.

jimheiligman

June 13, 2025

My wife and I took our three young children out with Captain Jeff and we had an absolute blast! Jeff was extremely patient and helpful with my wife and kids. Whether you're new to the sport or an experienced angler, you'll be in great hands with Jeff. Will definitely be a returning client. Thanks again for the memories, Jeff!

June 13, 2025

I’ve been with Captain Jeff on multiple occasions. While I don’t know if catching limits every time is realistic, I sure have with him. Always kind, always professional, supplies great equipment and is dedicated to making your time on the water memorable.

June 13, 2025

Good times! Thanks Jeff for putting up with us

June 13, 2025

He will put you on the fish - I have seen it time and time again, as he is relentless. Great with kids and families alike. Book a trip, you will not be disappointed.

Captain Fishing Species

Redfish

Species Name: Sciaenops Ocellatus

Habitat: Onshore, Flats, Backcountry, Nearshore

Weight: 10 - 45 lbs.

Sea Trout

Species Name: Salmo Trutta

Habitat: Inshore, Nearshore, Covered River

Weight: 1 - 6 lbs.

Sheepshead

Species Name: Archosargus Probatocephalus

Habitat: Onshore, Nearshore, Offshore, Reef, Wreck

Weight: 1 - 8 lbs.

Southern Flounder

Species Name: Paralichthys Lethostigma

Habitat: Onshore, Inshore, Channels, Rivers

Weight: 1 - 4 lbs.