The Outdoor Texas Saltwater Camp takes advantage of the natural resources available to all Texans. The camp educates as to how to utilize their resources. The camp is dedicated to safety, learning, and fun. Port Aransas Retreat is the perfect location for the camp and the professional captains that are utilized are the very best available. The popularity of the Saltwater Camp guarantees full camps and unending fun.
Location Port Aransas Retreat
Saltwater Camp Activities
Bay and Flats Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Fishing Techniques
Cast Netting
Fish Identification
Water and Boat Safety
Texas Parks and Wildlife Hatchery Tour.
Pier Fishing
Surf Fishing
Kayaking
Texas Bay Systems
Tackle Rigging
Knot Tying
Typical Day
6:00 AM
6:30 AM
7:00 AM
12:00 AM
1:00 PM
3:30 PM
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
6:30 PM
10:00 PM
Wake Up
Breakfast
Activity Session I (Ex. Bay and Flats Fishing)
Lunch
Activity II (Ex. Knot Tying)
Activity III (Ex. Cast Netting)
Activity IV (Ex. Tackle Rigging)
Dinner
Evening Activity Session V (Ex. Pier Fishing)
Lights Out
Saltwater Camp Instructors
Ryan Schmidt – Camp Director
Jason True - Fishing
Four to Five Bay/Flats Charter Captains
Port Aransas Offshore Charters
Three Outdoor Texas Interns
Camp Information
Camp Capacity - 20
Boys Only – Age 11-16 - Cost $1075
What to Bring
Personal Life Vest
6 to 7 T-Shirts
Cap(s) or Visors
2 Swimsuits
2 Swim Towels
Polarized Sun Glasses
Toiletries
2 Pair of Shoes (Tennis Shoes, Sandals, etc.)
Bug Spray Sunscreen
Equipment and Miscellaneous
Personal Fishing Tackle can be brought to any of the fishing camps - but it is not required. All of the fishing camps have plenty of tackle available.
No Guns. Hunting and Deer Camps have all the guns needed.
No electronic games.
No food or snacks.
Cell phones must be kept by the Camp Director. Camper can use his or her phone at the appropriate times.
