Premier Fishing & Duck Hunting Guide on the Texas Coast
With years of guiding experience and a lifetime spent discovering the best fishing and hunting spots in Rockport, Captain Joey Steckler ensures every trip is one to remember.
Meet your guide
Joey Steckler
Joey Steckler, owner of Goose Island Charters, was born and raised in Rockport and has spent his life fishing and hunting the local waters and marshes. As a true local guide, he knows the area like the back of his hand—whether you’re chasing trout and redfish on a hot summer day or duck hunting and fishing during the cooler winter months, Joey has you covered. His passion for the outdoors runs deep, and it’s something he proudly shares with his wife and kids.
Meet Your Guide: Joey Steckler
Joey Steckler, owner of Goose Island Charters, was born and raised in Rockport and has spent his life fishing and hunting the local waters and marshes. As a true local guide, he knows the area like the back of his hand—whether you’re chasing trout and redfish on a hot summer day or duck hunting and fishing during the cooler winter months, Joey has you covered. His passion for the outdoors runs deep, and it’s something he proudly shares with his wife and kids.
Our Boats
21ft Panther Airboat
Four people
This rig lets us glide over shallow flats to remote backwaters that most boats can’t even touch. Whether we're chasing redfish or black drum in skinny water or cruising through quiet cuts on a tour, the airboat gives us access to some of the most unique, untouched spots around.
24ft Pathfinder
Four people
When it comes to versatility and comfort, the bay boat is my go-to. It’s a reliable, efficient setup that keeps us on the fish and ready for whatever the day brings.
Fishing, Duck Hunting, and Airboat Tours
Whether you want to leave the water with fish, ducks, or just good memories, at Goose Island Charters we look forward to taking you — up to 4 people — on a trip you won’t forget.
Trout Fishing
When we’re targeting speckled trout, live bait is my favorite way to get it done. Live bait gives us a natural presentation that trout can’t resist — and it’s a great way for anglers of all ages and skill levels to get in on the action. Whether we’re easing along a shoreline or drifting a flat, you’ll have plenty of chances to hook into some solid trout and enjoy a laid-back, fish-filled day on the water.
Black Drum & Redfish
Redfish and black drum are two of my favorite species to chase. They’re hard fighters, can be caught year-round, and offer some unforgettable moments. Whether it’s a hard-pulling redfish or a big, stubborn drum, you’ll have plenty of chances to bend a rod and enjoy a fun, relaxed day chasing some of the best inshore action around.
Trout Fishing
When we’re targeting speckled trout, live bait is my favorite way to get it done. Live bait gives us a natural presentation that trout can’t resist — and it’s a great way for anglers of all ages and skill levels to get in on the action. Whether we’re easing along a shoreline or drifting a flat, you’ll have plenty of chances to hook into some solid trout and enjoy a laid-back, fish-filled day on the water.
Black Drum & Redfish
Redfish and black drum are two of my favorite species to chase. They’re hard fighters, can be caught year-round, and offer some unforgettable moments. Whether it’s a hard-pulling redfish or a big, stubborn drum, you’ll have plenty of chances to bend a rod and enjoy a fun, relaxed day chasing some of the best inshore action around.
Airboat - Black Drum & Redfish
Airboat fishing for redfish and black drum lets us reach shallow, hard-to-access spots where these powerful fish thrive, offering up close, year-round action and an unforgettable ride.
Duck Hunting
Our guided hunts take you where the ducks want to be, deep in the marsh or tucked in coastal backwaters, with expert calling, well-placed decoys, and action-packed mornings in a well-hidden blind.
Airboat Tours / Whooping Crane Tours
Our tours take you beyond where most boats can reach, skimming through shallow waters for close-up encounters with wildlife and a firsthand look at the untouched beauty of the Texas coast.
Airboat - Black Drum & Redfish
Airboat fishing for redfish and black drum lets us reach shallow, hard-to-access spots where these powerful fish thrive, offering up close, year-round action and an unforgettable ride.
Duck Hunting
Our guided hunts take you where the ducks want to be, deep in the marsh or tucked in coastal backwaters, with expert calling, well-placed decoys, and action-packed mornings in a well-hidden blind.
Airboat Tours
Our tours take you beyond where most boats can reach, skimming through shallow waters for close-up encounters with wildlife and a firsthand look at the untouched beauty of the Texas coast.
Rockport Flounder Guides
If you’re wanting to take a flounder trip, Garrett will provide a great time.
Garrett Steckler
361-463-3416