September 30, 2025
“Net Positive”
Castaway Lodge Seadrift Report
By Capt. Kris Kelley
Sponsored by: Mercury Marine; Air Ranger Airboats; Haynie Bay Boats; Baysport Marine Victoria; JL Marine; Pure Fishing; and, Bob’s Machine Shop.
Duck Report
Temperatures here in Seadrift reached the 21 degree mark for hours early on Saturday morning and we knew there were going to be lots of challenges for the day. Sure enough, Capt. James Cunningham shoots me a text at 7:30 am telling me he had just parked the airboat and that all our shallow back marsh potholes were frozen. That put all of our hunters in adhoc locations on open water and that proved to be the right move with solid straps of ducks returning from the hunt.
Winds backed down Sunday but temperatures again dipped down into the 20’s icing up boats and making for logistical challenges. There was still ice in many locations but enough open water to hit our blinds. With winds laying down, the birds didn’t move as much but guests still managed some nice straps of mixed puddlers including Teal, Gadwall, and Pintail. Afternoons shoots were easier to navigate during the harsh cold with solid limits of Divers filling out bags.
February “Net Positive” Fishing Special
Book your February trip dates by January 31st and join us for great fishing at impressive pricing.
Guests Per Boat – Pricing
Party of 2 – $325 p/person
Party of 3 – $250 p/person
Party of 4 – $225 p/person
This special pricing includes a one night stay at the lodging, meals, fishing trip, and fish cleaning/packaging. Bait is available at an additional charge. Taxes, and gratuities are not included. Excludes airboat trips.
The hunting and fishing is always best when you can get away!
Capt. Kris Kelley
Castaway Lodge
1-888-618-4868
www.seadriftbayfishing.com
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Posted on William oppeltTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Castaway Lodge during our duck hunt. Class act from the food, to the lodging & duck hunting. The entire facility was top rate & I really appreciated the effort. And thanks for supporting Serve Outdoors Texas charity by donating the hunt. Jody O.Posted on John GrahamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very nice clean place. Everything is very nice and new looking. Very well maintained.Posted on Bill N Pat HansenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great father day fishing trip, we will return again! The lodge was wonderful and breakfast and dinner was great! Bill Hansen Medford Ma. Austin TxPosted on Eric NagelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We did a blast and cast and had a successful day getting a few birds and a lot of bites. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable which made our adventure a great learning experience too. The accommodation and hospitality at Castaway is top notch and I look forward to returning for another experience!Posted on Alicia TeggTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great day fishing! Excellent guide and super meal! Thanks for having us. We will be back!!Posted on John MilanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great time hunting! Everyone was very friendly and knowledgeable and made it a great time for my daughter and myself.Posted on Ry STrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great group of people, lodging and food. Definitely a great experience and plan to book another trip.















