DIRECTIONS NARRATIVE - Coastal Texas Fishing Guide and …



DIRECTIONS NARRATIVE

From Houston Intercontinental Airport

There are two main thoroughfares leaving IAX, they are John F. Kennedy Blvd. and Will Clayton Pkwy. I recommend departing on John F. Kennedy Blvd. travelling southbound. Turn right, west bound on N. Sam Houston Parkway (toll road). The tollway is a loop around some of the larger traffic snags in Houston. Stay westbound on the toll road through three toll booths ($1.00 each). You will cross over Interstate 10 and come to the last of three tolls. The next major exit will be for Hwy 59. Exit Hwy 59 to Victoria, Texas turning right (southbound).

In roughly 2 hours, you will be approaching Victoria, Texas. Passing the Hwy 87 exit, the next exit will be for FM 185 to Seadrift/Port O’Connor, Texas. Exit FM 185 and turn left, south bound (approximately 30 minutes from Seadrift). At Hwy 35, there is a jog in which you will turn right for a short distance before turning on FM 185 left to resume travel to Seadrift. This jog is less than a few hundred yards on Hwy 35.

From Hobby Airport

All departures end up on Airport Blvd. which runs along the northern edge of Hobby Airport. I recommend turning left on Airport Blvd heading west. Take the first left on Telephone Rd. This will come to S. Sam Houston Parkway which is a toll way around the more congested traffic problems in Houston. Turn right, westbound on the toll road. You will proceed through two tolls ($1.00 each) before coming to the major intersection of Hwy 59 S. Exit Hwy 59 turning left to Victoria, Texas.

In roughly 2 hours, you will be approaching Victoria, Texas. Passing the Hwy 87 exit, the next exit will be for FM 185 to Seadrift/Port O’Connor, Texas. Exit FM 185 and turn left, south bound (approximately 30 minutes from Seadrift). At Hwy 35, there is a jog in which you will turn right for a short distance before turning on FM 185 left to resume travel to Seadrift. This jog is less than a few hundred yards on Hwy 35.

Arriving In Seadrift / Directions To Castaway Lodge

Upon arrival in Seadrift, you will come to a Shell Station on your right and then First National Bank. Opposite the Bank is a car wash on the corner of W. Austin and FM 185. Turn left at the car wash. The Lodge will be immediately on your right. Make the next right turn on Second Street and pull into the parking area. Welcome!

From All Other Points

When travelling by vehicle, I recommend that you consult a Texas map looking for the best highway access to Victoria, Texas. Once in Victoria, Texas, please see the directions above for the best route to Seadrift and lodging directions.

Corpus “Fast Track”

Coming from the airport find Hwy 181/35 to Portland. Just east of Portland you will come to an exit for FM 136 to Bayside. Take the exit and proceed North through Bayside. FM 136 will change to FM 2678 somewhere after Bayside without notice. FM 2678 will come to a three way dead end stop at FM 774 (turn right). FM 774 will re-join Hwy 35. Turn left on Hwy 35 through Tivoli. When seeing the industrial plants in the distance be looking for FM 185 exit to Seadrift and turn right. You’ll be here in 10 minutes.

San Antonio Basics – Hwy 87 is the fastest.

Austin Basics – FM 183 out of Austin to Luling/Victoria will connect to Hwy 87 and this is typically fastest route.

“Getting To The Water”

(Fall, Winter & Spring)

Duck Hunting/Fishing Departures – Charlies Bait Camp 361-785-3023

Our boats leave from Charlies Bait Camp on Lane Rd. Continue through Seadrift on FM 185. Approximately 5 miles outside of town, you will come to Lane Rd (first right passed new Seaport Lakes subdivision). There will be a big white sign that says “Charlies Bait Camp”. Turn right. At the end of Lane Rd, take the first and only paved road to the right (Welder Rd). Charlies will be visible approximately 500 yards away. Pull into the parking lot and we will be awaiting your arrival. Please pay the attendant’s $5.00 per vehicle for parking.

(Summer)

Fishing Departures – Dockside Bait Ramp Mr. Tay Nguyen 361-649-8270

Turn on Main St. at the Shell Gas station. This will take you through town (approximately 45 seconds during rush hour) and will dead end into a stop sign. Immediately in front of you is the Seadrift Harbor facility. Proceed through the stop sign and turn right into the parking lot. Please park in front of the small tan building adjacent to the launches.

Release of Liability & Acknowledgement & Acceptance of Dangers, Risk & Hazards of Hunting with Castaway Lodge & Coastal Waterfowl.

I hereby acknowledge and understand that no warrantee, either express or implied, is made by Castaway Retreat and Lodge, Inc. dba Coastal Waterfowl or any of the operators, directors, or shareholders, contractors, or employees, as to the condition of the hunting property be it public land or private leases or any roads, buildings, gates, or other improvements thereon. This document is sufficient warning that dangerous conditions, risks, and hazards do exist when hunting with Coastal Waterfowl. My presence and activities on land, on water craft owned or utilized by the company, or in the water expose both me, my guests, my dog, and my property to dangerous conditions, risks, and hazards. The dangers, risks, and hazards include but are not limited to: poisonous snakes; insects and spiders; duck blinds, either temporary or permanent, and constructed by Coastal Waterfowl or, someone else; drowning; hypothermia; distant medical attention and slow response times to illness or injury afield; inclement weather; erosion, flooding; general land conditions that create rough walking and driving conditions; animals, both wild and domestic that may be diseased and/or potentially dangerous; deep water, soft muddy bottoms; oyster shell and reefs; persons with firearms and/or water craft including traditional boats and air boats; mechanical failure; or other vehicles on leased lands and public lands and waterways, and the use of vehicles and water craft and especially air boats which are prone to sinking, mechanical failure which may cause drowning, explosion, and flipping. I hereby STATE THAT I ASSUME ALL SUCH DANGERS, RISKS, AND HAZARDS.

In consideration for the right to enter leased premises or hunt public lands, I hereby release and agree to protect, indemnify, and hold harmless Castaway Retreat and Lodge, Inc. dba Coastal Waterfowl, or their employees, agents, contractors, directors, shareholders, and assigns, the Landowner’s Tenants, and his or her employees, agents, and assigns from and against any and all claims, demands, causes of action, and damages including attorney’s fees resulting from any accident, incident, or occurrence arising out of, incidental to, or, in any way resulting from the use of lease lands, public lands, or public water and all the improvements thereon, whether or not caused by Coastal Waterfowl, their employees, contractors, agents, or assigns, the Landowners, or Landowner’s Tenants negligence or gross negligence. This release applies during the time I am hunting or fishing with Coastal Waterfowl on leased lands, public lands, and/or public water. I hereby further covenant and agree that I, my heirs, successors and assigns will not make any claim or institute any suit or action at law or in equity against Coastal Waterfowl or it’s parent company Castaway Retreat and Lodge, Inc., the Landowner, or Landowner’s Tenants or his or her respective heirs, agents, representatives, employees, successors, or assigns.

My signature on this release indicates that I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the terms of this agreement. As used in this release, the terms I, my person, and myself includes minors in my care, and guests.

Name__________________________ Signature__________________________

Street__________________________ DL License #_______________________

City, State, Zip Code____________________________ Date__________________

Party Name (Who Booked The Trip?)____________________________

THIS DOCUMENT MUST BE SIGNED BY EACH PERSON IN THE PARTY AND RETURNED TO US PRIOR TO ARRIVAL. COORDINATORS, FORWARD A COPY TO EACH MEMBER OF. NO ONE HUNTS UNTIL THIS DOCUMENT IS COMPLETED. MAIL TO: COASTAL WATERFOWL, 109 W. AUSTIN, SEADRIFT, TEXAS 77983.

Things To Know

Licenses

The easiest approach to out-of-state licensing and licensing in general is to make these arrangements ahead of time. This is best done by calling 1-800-TX-LIC-4U.

Air Boat Transportation

Many of our duck hunting locations are accessed by airboat depending upon water levels and difficulty of access in the back marsh. We recommend that your gear be securely stowed in waterproof bags. There can be no loose items in this boat.

HUNTER'S CHECKLIST

The following is a thorough list of what each hunter should bring to ensure enjoyment of the outdoors. Texas weather is tough to predict. Please prepare for temperatures warmer and colder than you think possible. Bold items are essential.

|Shotguns - At least two (28/20/12 gauge |Rain Gear/Parka/Jacket |

|recommended) |Gun cleaning kit |

|Steel Shot Shells |Camo clothing (brown/green) |

|Ducks (2 3/4" - 3" #2's, 4's, or 6's) * |Camera |

|Geese (2 3/4" – 3" BB's, BBB,s, T) |Ice chests |

|Chest Waders/Hip Boots |Texas hunting license/voucher |

|Mosquito spray |(Call 1-800-TX-LIC-4U) |

|Camo Face net/mask |Federal Waterfowl Stamp |

* We encourage our hunters not to bring 3.5” loads for our ducks. So please, leave the 3.5’s at home. You will not be happy with them here.

Bird Processing

Bird processing fees are not included in the price of hunt packages as it is a variable that we cannot predict. These fees run approximately $2.50 for ducks and $3.00 for geese. Should you elect to not take birds home, cleaning and processing fees must still be paid. We will assist you with making donations of the meat to area charities. If you would like to clean your own birds at no charge, feel free to do so. We will assist you with storage until your departure.

Phone Numbers To Know

Coastal Waterfowl Headquarters 1-888-618-4868 Toll Free; 785-2587 (area code of 361 is not used when dialing locally.

Ammo

When buying mail order ammunition for the trip, have it sent directly to us at 109 W. Austin, Seadrift, Texas 77983. This has been a great convenience to our customers.

|Castaway Lodge 1-888-618-4868 Toll Free |

|Castaway Local # 361-785-2587 |

|Location: Seadrift, Texas |

|Owner: Capt. Kris Kelley |

|Castaway Lodge 1-888-618-4868 Toll Free |

|Castaway Local # 361-785-2587 |

|Location: Seadrift, Texas |

|Owner: Capt. Kris Kelley |

|Castaway Lodge 1-888-618-4868 Toll Free |

|Castaway Local # 361-785-2587 |

|Location: Seadrift, Texas |

|Owner: Capt. Kris Kelley |

|Castaway Lodge 1-888-618-4868 Toll Free |

|Castaway Local # 361-785-2587 |

|Location: Seadrift, Texas |

|Owner: Capt. Kris Kelley |

|Castaway Lodge 1-888-618-4868 Toll Free |

|Castaway Local # 361-785-2587 |

|Location: Seadrift, Texas |

|Owner: Capt. Kris Kelley |

Cut and distribute these cards to each of your hunting/fishing companions travelling as needed.

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