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The Newest Lodge in Rockport

FAQ and What to Expect

Questions about The Lodge at Goose Island? We want to help! Please see below for important information about our site, and what you should know.

What type of events is The Lodge perfect for?

EVENTS:

You don’t necessarily need a good reason to book a trip to The Lodge – but if you’ve got an event coming up, we’ve got you covered.

GET TOGETHERS:

Nothing brings the family together like some hunting and fishing in a beautiful location. Get in touch to make your next family trip even more special.

CORPORATE FUNCTIONS:

Want to make your next team building session unforgettable? Ditch the laser tag and book a trip with us. Corporate packages now available.

About Owner & Captain Brett Phillips

Brett started as a deck hand in 1990 for Captain Howard Browne who was President Bush’s fishing guide. In 1994 Captain Brett started his own guiding career. He has been a full-time fishing & hunting guide ever since.

He runs a 20 ft Panther Airboat for Duck hunting and a 25 ft Haynie magnum for bay boat fishing. He is happily married to Jamie (15 years) and they have 2 children – son Cash (14) who is his deckhand for fishing & duck hunting and his daughter Harper (11).

His latest adventure is building the new The Lodge at Goose Island, where he is excited about expanding his business for his clients to enjoy.

Duck Hunting:

Ducks are in full detail starting around mid-December which coincides with the "second split" of duck season. Capt. Phillips is located in the wintering grounds for 90% of the world's population of Redhead ducks according to USFWS. Bull Sprig Pintail, Wigeon, Northern Shoveler, Mottled Duck, Bufflehead, and Greater and Lesser Scaup are popular among collectors as well.

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Fishing:

Capt. Brett's specialties include boat, drift and wading for "TROPHY CLASS" fish. Capt. Brett is an artificial and live bait specialists. Wade fishing with artificial lures for trophy class Trout and Redfish is a personal favorite.

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