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Captain Rons Charters Guided Fishing Trip in Rockport
Black Drum Fishing in Rockport, TX
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This 17-inch Black Drum was caught in Rockport, Texas with Captain Ron Edmundson. Black Drum are known for their strong fight and are often found near structure like oyster reefs and channel edges. - Black Drum have sensitive barbels under their chin used to detect prey. - Young Black Drum display distinctive black vertical stripes that fade with age. - They produce a distinctive drumming sound by vibrating muscles against their swim bladder.
Guided Fishing Trip by Guide Ron Edmundson in December
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Summary
This Rockport fishing charter with Captain Ron Edmundson showcases a prime Black Drum catch that highlights the excellent inshore fishing opportunities in the Texas Gulf Coast. Captain Ron's Charters offers guided fishing trips targeting Black Drum and other popular gamefish in the productive waters around Rockport. With years of local experience, Captain Ron knows exactly where to find these hard-fighting drum that make for both great sport and excellent table fare. Whether you're a seasoned angler or new to fishing, this Rockport charter provides all the gear, knowledge and expertise needed for a successful day on the water pursuing these coastal favorites.
Fishing Charter with Ron Edmundson – Rates & Booking
Guide Ron Edmundson of Captain Ron's Charters offers professional guided fishing trips in Rockport, TX. His local expertise ensures you'll target productive fishing spots for Black Drum and other popular Texas inshore species. Captain Ron provides all necessary fishing equipment, licenses, and tackle for your trip. Booking is straightforward with flexible scheduling options available for both half-day and full-day trips. Whether you're a beginner or experienced angler, these Rockport fishing charters are customized to your skill level and fishing preferences.
Highlights of this Rockport Fishing Trip
This particular fishing trip with Captain Ron Edmundson resulted in landing a mighty 17-inch Black Drum in the heart of Rockport waters. Black Drum are known for their strong pulls and distinctive appearance with barbels under their chin and characteristic black vertical stripes when younger. These popular gamefish provide excellent sport on medium tackle and are highly sought after by both locals and visitors to the Texas coast.
Captain Ron's local knowledge of Rockport's best fishing spots ensures productive trips year-round. The shallow bays, channels, and grass flats around Rockport create ideal habitat for Black Drum, especially during their spring spawning season when larger specimens gather in predictable locations. His guided trips focus on providing a genuine Texas coastal fishing experience while teaching effective techniques for targeting these popular fish.
Local Species Insights: Black Drum
Black Drum thrive in the Rockport area's diverse coastal ecosystem. These fish prefer areas with structure like oyster reefs, channel edges, and grassy flats—all abundant in Rockport's waterways. Captain Ron typically targets them using natural baits like fresh shrimp, crab, or cut bait presented on the bottom where these fish feed by rooting through sediment with their sensitive barbels.
While smaller Black Drum (under 5 pounds) are excellent eating with mild, flaky white meat, the larger specimens over 20 pounds (often called "bull drum") become coarser in texture but still provide tremendous sport. Rockport sees consistent Black Drum action throughout the year, with peak seasons in early spring when massive spawning aggregations form, and again in fall when cooling waters trigger feeding activity.
Plan Your Fishing Charter Day
When booking with Captain Ron's Charters, plan to arrive at the designated Rockport marina about 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time. Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and bring sun protection, a camera to document your catch, and any personal snacks or drinks you prefer. Captain Ron provides quality rods, reels, tackle, live bait, ice, and coolers for your catch. His boat is well-maintained and equipped with modern electronics and safety equipment for a comfortable and productive day on the water.
