Experience
Our captains have a combined total of over 30 years of experience fishing the Clear Lake, Taylor Lake, Clear Creek, and Galveston Bay waters. There are not many guides who have the amount of fishing knowledge and experience in the calm, saltwater lakes and creeks as Allen and Mark.Education
One of the key differentiators between Clear Lake Fishing Charters and the other guys is the educational piece we provide. We offer exceptional, traditional fishing guide services as well as Fishing University (Fishing U), where we teach the basics of water safety, fishing, and boating in a classroom setting before heading out to the waters to fish.
Flexibility
Our captains love to serve all anglers, from beginners seeking their first catch to more experienced guests who want to bring their own gear and GPS coordinates. Our captains will only be as hands on as needed to ensure the best opportunity to catch the most fish possible.
Certifications
Both captains:
- Hold a United States Coast Guard Master Captain’s License for uninspected and inspected vessels up to 25 Gross Tons
- Hold a Texas Parks and Wildlife All-Water Fishing Guide license
- Are certified in United States Coast Guard-specific First Aid, CPR, and AED
Our Captains
Mark
Captain Mark Lamping has been fishing for more than 30 years with the past 12 years specifically in Clear Lake, Taylor Lake, Clear Creek, and Galveston Bay waters. Captain Mark recently retired from a successful career in the energy sector to dedicate himself to sharing his experience and passion for fishing with others.
Allen
No stranger to these local waters; Captain Allen Welch has been fishing the Texas Gulf Coast his entire life. He became a full-time fishing guide to further his passion for fishing and showing others a good time on the water. Through education, he hopes to inspire the next generation of fishermen.
Our Boats
Baila Me
is a Mako, 24-foot center console fishing boat, powered by two 150HP Mercury four-stroke engines. The T-top provides highly sought-after mid-day shade, and the deep V hull allows for a walk-in head/bathroom. There is a fresh water sink on board, as well as a large live bait well and sizable cooler for storing snacks and drinks. The boat also has a wash down pump to help keep the deck clean at all times. Baila Me is equipped with Garmin electronics, including a fish finder, side scan, and navigation chart. It includes a stereo with blue tooth capabilities, allowing guests to enjoy their favorite play lists while aboard.
Fish Tales
is a Mako, 22-foot center console inshore fishing boat, powered by a 200HP Mercury Optimax 2-stroke engine. The boat is loaded with features to set anglers up for success, including two live wells (one towards the bow and one towards the aft), a Power-Pole for quiet and fast anchoring in shallow waters, a state-of-the-art Minn Kota Ulterra 36-volt trolling motor, and a hydraulic jack plate for shallow water maneuvering.
The boat also has a T-top which provides highly sought-after mid-day shade. The wash down pump helps keep the deck clean at all times. The boat has a large Yeti cooler on board for storing snacks and drinks. Fish Tales is equipped with Lowrance electronics, including a fish finder, side scan, and navigation chart. It also includes a stereo with blue tooth capabilities, allowing guests to enjoy their favorite play lists while aboard.
Both Clear Lake Fishing Charter boats are fully insured.