Professional Fly-Fishing Guides

We are looking for passionate, professional, and proficient fly fishing guides to join the Bay Flats Lodge team. 
Applicants must have guiding experience in the relative area (Texas Gulf Coast region) and have a good grasp of sight-fishing and poling shallow flats for redfish and speckled trout.

Equipment Requirements:

• Shallow water skiff in good - excellent condition


• A few fly rods, reels and fly lines in good working order for guests


• Extra leaders, tippet and flies for guests

Character Requirements: 

• Consistent, courteous communication skills


• Strong work ethic


• Able to maintain a positive attitude


• Strong desire to facilitate the best day possible, no matter the conditions


• Dependable and punctual

Federal and State Credentials:

• American Red Cross First-Aid and CPR Card


• Boat Insurance


• Membership/Participant in Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Program Management System or Consortium Program


• USCG Medical Certificate


• USCG OUPV (6-Pack) License


• TPWD Guide License


• TPWD Saltwater Fishing License


• TWIC Card - Does NOT need to be current, but must have one

Training Opportunities: We take pride in developing our staff. If you are interested in applying for this position and aren’t completely familiar with the area or are new to guiding, we would be happy to discuss training opportunities and apprenticeships.