This is about as stress-free as a saltwater flats trip gets. At Bay Flats Lodge, anglers don’t need to supply any of their own gear—no saltwater rods to buy, no specialty flies to pack—and our host coordinates all ground transfers from start to finish. On our initial trip, we flew into Austin, Texas, where flights were easy to book and affordable, and we never had to check a bag, making airport transfers simple and efficient. The accommodations are borderline luxurious for a fishing trip, the food is genuinely over-the-top good, and the lodge’s location right at the marina means boat rides are typically under 30 minutes, maximizing time on the water. Add in top-notch guides who clearly explain what’s required in each situation, and a fishery that’s incredibly forgiving for anyone who can make a reasonable cast, and you’ve got the perfect entry point to saltwater flats fishing—without the intimidation, hassle, or learning curve that comes with more complex destinations.

This trip is designed to be seamless from the moment you land. A Red’s team member will travel with the group and coordinate everything on the ground—including securing a rental van and doing all the driving—making ground transportation a complete non-issue. Traveling as a coordinated group is simply more organized, safer, more enriching, and flat-out more fun, and having one of our own along means we’re intimately familiar with the itinerary and fully up to speed on changing plans or conditions in real time. Your host works closely with the team at Bay Flats Lodge to coordinate ground transfers, assign guides, align expectations, and troubleshoot anything that comes up. They’ll mentor anglers as needed, collaborate with the head guide on pairings, and make group-wide decisions that best serve all Red’s customers. We have a vested interest in the group’s success—and while we’re there to do some fishing, first and foremost we’re there to make sure your trip is as efficient, rewarding, and enjoyable as possible.

We understand that unexpected circumstances can arise, and we want to be as flexible as possible while ensuring our trips run smoothly. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking, with final payment due 90 days before departure. For trips scheduled within 90 days of departure, full payment is required at the time of booking. If you need to cancel, we will do everything in our power to rebook the trip to full capacity. If we are successful, we will gladly issue you a refund minus a $100 administrative fee. Additionally, if your plans change more than 90 days before departure, you have the option to reschedule your trip for a future date, subject to a $100 administrative fee. Our goal is to make your experience as stress-free as possible, and we’ll do our very best to assist you in the event of any changes.

Liability & Responsibility

• Red’s Fly Shop and the destination outfitter are not responsible for the loss of fishing days due to missed flights, illness, injury, weather delays, or any other unforeseen circumstances.
• Red’s Fly Shop reserves the right to make necessary itinerary changes, even if additional costs are incurred by the guest.
• Guests are responsible for any additional expenses resulting from delays or situations beyond the control of Red’s Fly Shop.
• Lost baggage, gear, rods, or personal items are not the responsibility of Red’s Fly Shop or the destination outfitter.
• Initial payment serves as acknowledgment that the guest has read and agrees to these policies.
• We strongly encourage anglers to purchase travel insurance and a medical evacuation plan to protect their trip investment. Guests should research policy requirements and coverage details to ensure they are adequately protected. A good starting point is Global Rescue.