Prime Time Bowfishing
Venice & Buras Bowfishing Charters
Bowfishing in South Louisiana combines the excitement of saltwater fishing with the thrill of the hunt!
Once the sun goes down, we’ll set out for an adventure, carving through the winding backwaters, where the wilderness of the marsh comes to life!
Let us give you some unforgettable Louisiana bowfishing memories that will last a lifetime!
What To Expect Bowfishing
Bowfishing trips generally last 4–5 hours, with the boat launching at sunset. Launch times vary seasonally, with later launches in the summer and earlier ones in the winter.
Bowfishing Charter Pricing
Fishing trips start at $250 per person with a 4-person minimum / 6-person maximum. Less than 4 people may still fish if the minimum fee is met.
Bowfishing Equipment We Use
All necessary bowfishing equipment is supplied for your trip, including bows, arrows, coolers, ice, and hearing protection. Two coolers are available on board—one for drinks and one for fish.
Bowfishing Species We Hunt
During your bowfishing trip, you’ll have the opportunity to target a variety of fish species.
These include redfish, black drum, sheepshead, flounder (when in season), trout for those with quick reflexes, catfish, and garfish.
Meet Your Captain
Captain Chris was born and raised here in south LA. From a very young age, he was already learning how to navigate the local waters while fishing everything from Lafitte to throughout Plaquemines Parish, home to some of the most outstanding and world class fishing! Whether it was inshore fishing for trout, bowfishing for redfish, or offshore fishing for tuna and wahoo, Captain Chris has done it! He can even put ice fishing on his resume. “I’ve chased fish my whole life. Hell, I’ve even been to both ends of the Mississippi River, from the Headwaters in Minnesota, down to all the passes out of Venice.”
What does Captain Chris do between fishing trips? He’s scouting for the next one! “I like to make sure I stay up to date on what these fish are doing so my customers have the best chance for success. These fish have to be patterned. The tide, the wind, what bait is abundant, and what season we’re in, all play a role in how they’re moving.” Captain Chris is also a proficient fabricator and welder. Providing services to other fishing guides and local fishermen, repairing, modifying, or building full custom boats! “If I’m not fishing in a boat, I’m usually fixing someone else’s.”
Why Should You Go Bowfishing In Venice / Port Sulphur With Us?
I have one hell of a passion for the sport of fishing. If there’s a way to do it, I’ve done it! I’ve had the boat floor flooded with speckled trout on a hot bite out of Venice, and burned out my shoulder, reeling in a yellowfin Tuna out of the Gulf of Mexico. I’ve chased walleye in the lakes of Minnesota and pulled out monster Northerns through the ice! I’ve caught my personal best bass in Texas and landed some of the biggest blue cats you’ve ever seen from the Mississippi River. When I say I live and breathe fishing, I mean it.
But bowfishing in Louisiana, that’s where I call home. You get to experience the way the swamp comes to life at night. I put together my first bowfishing boat when I was 14 years old. I have fallen in love with the sport ever since. Well, maybe it’s more like an addiction. Bowfishing to me, is a combination of hunting and fishing. You have to track these fish, pattern them, and look at all the factors that dictate how these fish move. What they’re feeding on, and how the waters are moving. But when it all comes together, there’s no better reward than when your customers get to start slinging arrows.
That’s why I do this. The excitement that a child has when he sees the first fish swimming next to the boat, or that moment when your arrow starts swimming away because you nailed a long distant shot. These moments are unforgettable. To this day, I still get excited and start cheering in the back, when a customer shoots a fish. It’s a dedication that never grows old. The devotion I have to this life is unparalleled.
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FAQs
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What Fishing License is Required?All passengers are required to have a valid Louisiana SALTWATER fishing license. If you’re out-of-state, you will need a Saltwater Charter 3-Day License ($20). If you’re a Louisiana Resident you can either possess a current saltwater fishing license or buy a saltwater charter 3-Day license. You can purchase your license locally before your trip or purchase one online. CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE YOUR LICENSE (Go to CREATE ACCOUNT).
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Do You Have Current Fishing Reports?We sure do! Check out our Facebook page for all of our current updates.
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What Kind of Boat Do We Fish Out Of?We’ll be fishing out of an Alumitech Airboat, powered by a high-performance 650HP Engine. The boat is outfitted with high-powered lights specifically designed to illuminate the water around you. There is also plenty of interior lighting to make sure you can safely maneuver around the boat throughout the night. Airboats can get loud, so I have earmuffs on board for all passengers if needed.
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What Equipment Do We Use?We use Genesis Compound Bows outfitted with AMS Retrievers. This combination allows users of all experience levels to quickly and smoothly acquire the skills of shooting and retrieving.
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Who Is This Bowfishing Trip for?Our trips cater to family vacations, corporate team-building, and special events like engagements and birthdays, offering a unique nighttime fishing tour for those seeking new experiences.
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What Do You Recommend We Wear?Summertime in Louisiana can be very warm. Feel free to wear shorts and T-shirts. Just make sure whatever you wear, you don’t mind getting muddy, bloody, or wet! Pop-up showers are also very common in the summertime. For Wintertime, dress in layers. Bring a warm cap and even a face mask. It can get pretty chilly on the water at night, even in the Fall. Please avoid wearing Crocs; close-toed shoes are essential!
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What Do We Bring?All necessary fishing equipment is supplied for your trip, including bows, arrows, coolers, ice, and hearing protection. Feel free to bring any drinks and snacks you’d like. There are two coolers on board- one for your drinks and one for fish. Please do not bring a large, loaded ice chest with drinks in the boat, as space is minimal. A personal-sized cooler is okay if needed. Bring bug spray (once we’re moving, the bugs don’t bother us too much)
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What About Fish Cleaning?Yes! For fish cleaning, you have two options. Option 1 is to bring an empty cooler to leave in your vehicle, and we can load all the fish into it for you to take home. Option 2 offers next-day fish cleaning, where your fish will be cleaned and packaged for pickup. Just let us know how you want it prepared, and there is no additional charge for fish cleaning.
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What If I'm a Newbie?No worries! We'll help you figure it out! For right-handed shooters, they will hold the bow with their left hand and draw back with their right. Left-handed shooters will hold the bow with their right hand and draw back with their left. I can adjust the draw weights of each bow based on the shooters, whether they are men, women, or children. No prior experience is needed—everyone can learn to enjoy this sport! I will instruct everyone on how to operate the equipment and use it before the trip begins.
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What If I Can't Make It?Cancellations and no-shows are non-refundable. If the captain must cancel due to weather-related issues, customers can choose another date within one year to apply their deposit. If conditions are not favorable for successful fishing and the customer still wishes to proceed, the trip will be charged at full price. The captain reserves the right to end the trip at any point to ensure the best experience possible for everyone involved!
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What If We Have More Than 6 People?Parties bigger than 6 people will have to be split between multiple boats. I have other captains that I can make arrangements with if their schedule allows. Please call or message about large parties in advance for availability.