Sandhill cranes are living dinosaurs! we usually hunt them in the safety of private ranch fields these birds are smart and one of the hardest birds to hunt due to their exceptional eyesight! we typically hunt on layout blinds or ground blinds to give the best stealthy approach towards these birds. We hunt moorings till about 11am or when birds stop flying. This is a fully guided hunt meaning decoys, calling, blind, experienced guide will be provided for your safety and to help harvest more birds! Check out our Photo Gallery Tab for more Pictures! *Camouflage is extremely important*

Please Note these this is a federal regulated bird we treat them with the upmost respect and value we are located in deep South Texas which is Zone C the following are the days we are allowed to hunt them. *NOTE* in addition to hunting license you must have a Federal Waterfowl Stamp & federal Sandhill Crane Permit which could be purchased online or in any outdoor recreation store.

South Texas Zone C Dec. 18, 2021 - Jan. 23, 2022

Rates | $250 per gun | Gratitude not included

Please Note these this is a federal regulated bird we treat them with the upmost respect and value we are located in deep South Texas which is Zone C the following are the days we are allowed to hunt them. *NOTE* in addition to hunting license you must have a Federal Waterfowl Stamp which could be purchased online or in any local outdoor recreation store.

Youth Only South Zone:

Oct. 30 - 31, 2021

Regular Season South Zone:

First Split - Nov. 6 - 28, 2021

Second Split - Dec. 11, 2021 - Jan. 30, 2022

Rates | $200 two or more hunters | single hunter $275 we can accommodate large groups | gratitude not included

Grab your friends and set sail with Team Quacker Smackers on the water! Go first class aboard our two boats we have to offer to fit your party's needs! Equipped with the latest in navigation, fish-finding and safety gear. Constructed specially to operate in the shallow waters of the Laguna Madre and Falcon Lake to get you to the fishing spots! ,"The Gypsy King" is a Pontoon boat comfortable spacious and designed for the whole family to enjoy. "The Duccaneer"is designed for small parties with the intent to get to the spot faster and with ease depending on where you would like to fish, we move from the coastal laguna Madre waters of South Padre Island Bay fishing to beautiful Falcon Lake just outside of Roma Texas! You’ll catch more than fish. With beautiful views of the Laguna Madre, and Falcon Dam you can catch beautiful photos at one of the best Bay fishing & Lake areas in Texas.

We Provide all bait & Tackle!!

South Padre Island Fishing is one of the best fishing coasts in the state of Texas! Join Capt. Joshua Lopez and his crew as we chase after whiting, sand trout, spotted sea trout, red drum, black drum, sheepshead, sharks, snapper, etc. On the Gypsie King, we fish the Laguna Madre, where we sight dolphin, sea birds and a variety of marine life not just the fishing you enjoy but the time on the water! Fully furnished Rod, reel, bait & tackle all provided! Two Trips Daily 8am-12pm & 2pm-6pm

Rates |$400 two person any additional person $99 bucks| gratuity not included

Falcon Lake Fishing one word to describe this lake Misjudged! located right on the United States and Mexico border many people prejudge the lake and think it's too dangerous. However, that couldn't be farther from the truth! this lake is absolute hands down one of the prettiest lakes in the whole State of Texas and the fishing here is out of this world! Capt. Joshua Lopez has fished these waters since he was young boy with his grandaddy and knows all the spots on the back of his head. Join us as we chase after Catfish, Crappie, White bass, Largemouth Bass, Alligator Gar, etc. Fully Furnished Rod, reel, bait & tackle all provided! Two Trips Daily 8am-12pm & 2pm-6pm

Rates | $99 per person| gratuity not included

Booze Cruise Falcon Lake or South Padre Island if fishing's not your thing don't worry, we got just the thing for you and your family to do Let's go party! Cruise in style on the lower Laguna Madre Bay or Falcon Lake! Book your morning or evening Booze Cruise with us! BYOB. Boat comes with chest full of ice for your drinks, Karaoke system for the music of your choice, Floating water matts to relax on the water, tubes to float and chill! Two Trips Daily 8am-12pm & 2pm-6pm

Rates | $350 your allowed to bring your whole family up to 6 people | gratuity not included

Here at Team QSO, we practice catch and release conservation!

Help us make fishing a durable recreation. We support sustainable fishing practices so that you, and generations to follow, may enjoy the opportunity to fish by catching only what we need and releasing what we don’t.

Extreme Bowfishing Packages Our charters are all inclusive and include equipment & drinks. There are NO hidden fees such as gas surcharges or trophy fees! There is a maximum of 2 hunters per boat. Hunts are nighttime hunts with lights on the boat to help see the fish in the murky dark waters. We will be running on a custom mud boat called "The Duckanner" we run into numerous species of fish Alligator Gar, Tilapia, and Carp. Trips can be extended at customer's request! We hunt South Texas area Falcon Lake. Visit our photo gallery for more pictures! Rates|150 per hunter| gratuity not included

Typically, seasonal depending on what the rancher has available. you will be hunting on a beautiful high class private ranch approximately 200 acres high fence in search of your trophy animal, lodging and meals included with your trophy animal. this is a fully guided hunt meaning we will have an experienced guide take care of you on your adventure you will get a tour of the ranch get to fish on a 3-acre massive lake. and enjoy warm welcome and greetings from our guides at Quacker Smackers Outfitters. We have numerous animals to choose from including but not limited to Rams, Bison, blackbuck, axis, etc. Rates | To be determined | gratuity not included

There’s no doubt that the best place to watch a fireworks show is on a boat with the open night sky spread above you. Our South Padre Island Fireworks Cruise caters to this fantasy by giving guests this exact opportunity.

The Laguna Madre Bay has never looked so gorgeous as the dazzling display of pyrotechnics reflects across it.

Quacker Smackers Outfitters aims to please families and folks who want to take it easy. You won’t have to worry about ear-splitting music on repeat or unruly behavior from inebriated guests when you sail with us.

The cruises we take on our U.S. Coast Guard-approved boat "The Gypsie King" boast a fun yet leisurely atmosphere that families have come to know and love! Listed below are the days firework shows are on display:

Tuesdays

Our favorite way to enjoy the Island over the summer involves some firepower - as in Fireworks at Louie's Backyard! Enjoy the show starting June 6 with firework shows continuing every Tuesday at 9:15 p.m. all summer long.

Thursday

Every Thursday enjoy fireworks on the beach at Isla Grand Beach Resort's Sandbar Courtyard! The firework show starts at 9:15 pm. from June 3rd to September 2nd!

Fridays & Saturdays

Join us each Friday and Saturday at 9:00 PM on The Pier located behind the Courtyard by Marriott and Claytons Beach Bar [starting Easter Weekend thru the first weekend of October] for a great time for family fun on South Padre Island!

Rates| 50 bucks per person your allowed to bring up to 6 people | gratuity not included