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  "Fish your cares away with Captain Happy"  
Captain Richard Dodgen

Call: 281.381.5182


Fishing Sabine, Trinity and the Galveston Bay Complex
Fishing for speckled trout, redfish, and flounder.
Full and half-day trips available.
For Information and Reservations, Call 281.381.5182

  Captain Richard "Happy" Dodgen has over 20 years experience fishing the Gulf Coast from Sabine to Matagorda Bay. Captain Happy offers trips tailored for the experienced and non-experienced anglers.  
USCG (#1050170) and TPWD licensed guide.
Trip Information
  What We Provide
    All rods, reels, and tackle.
  Live bait or artificial lures provided.
  Fish cleaned.
  What To Bring
    A valid Texas fishing license with saltwater stamp.
  Food/drinks to consume while out on the water.
  Sun screen, sunglasses, hat.
  Please wear soft-soled or non-marking soled shoes.
  Your favorite fishing rod/tackle (or use the provided gear).
  A cooler in your vehicle to transport your catch home.
  Your camera for photos of your catch.
  Wade fishing gear if needed.
  Other Information
    Individual and corporate trips.
  Wade fishing available.
  24' Kenner boat normally used.
  Other boats available for larger groups.
Trip Rates Back to Top 
  Half day = $400 for 1 - 2 Persons, $50 each additional person
Full day  = $500 for 1 - 2 Persons, $50 each additional person
Fishing and Related Links Back to Top 
    Galveston Weather
    Texas Fishing License
    Offshore Buoys
    Real-time Wind
    Galveston Tides

Captain Richard Dodgen

281.381.5182

rhdodgen@yahoo.com