September 25, 2025
September Memories, October’s Highlights Ahead
**Fishing Report – Awesome Memories**
We had a solid run on Teal and Gators this season with some amazing fishing ever present. Redfish have dominated the boxes for awhile as mid-bay dredges have bay waters shredded in many locations. This is hampering Trout fishing the more open structure and it can give a flounder gigger absolute fits. While the magnitude of awesome fishing here in October is yet to be experienced, we’ve got our eyes penned on the Big Duck Season opener on 11/7. Capt. James Cunningham mentioned witnessing a flight of Redhead’s the other day which he noted is way early. The Teal are mixed up finally with both Blue and Greenwings constantly abuzz in the back marshes. There’s a few Pintails whirling around as well along with Squeelers and a few other early arrivals.
**Seadrift Fly Fishing**
Capt. Braden Proctor had a career day on the fly rods with Brad H. and guest Justin. After pulling the plug on an unproductive location a quick audible had the guests doubled up on solid fish that had pushed up into flooded pastures with the abnormally high tides. Check out some of the videos at https:/www.facebook.com/seadriftflyfishing The Orvis Helious 3D got some major drag burning works outs on that one. Hats off to Brad and Justin for allowing us to gamble and it paid off.
**Lodge Life**
For the most part, life in “normal land” keeps on keeping on and we have to give a shout out to all of our guests for continuing to make us “the destination” for hunting and fishing on the mid-Texas Gulf Coast.
We’ve got lots and lots of great fishing ahead of us sooner or later. So if you’re planning a trip, get started **[HER](https://seadriftbayfishing.com/calendar)**
**Capt. Kris Kelley
Castaway Lodge
1-888-618-4868
www.seadriftbayfishing.com**
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Trustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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 onTrustindex 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.
