Galveston Fishing Guides
Owner Captain Shane
Capt. Shane Cantrell is one of the best fishing guides in Galveston that has made his life long passion of the gulf coast fisheries into a career. Capt. Shane has been fishing his entire life and guiding the waters of Galveston for over 15 years. You will be in great hands on your fishing trip with his over 25 years of experience. This captain is also a Texas A&M graduate with a degree in Marine Fisheries so you can not only look forward to an unforgettable fishing experience but will also have the exclusive guidance of a captain who specializes in the Gulf Mexico fishery.
Capt. Shane has an innovative and progressive perspective on fishing who has learned from some of the best senior captains in the Gulf. Capt. Shane owns and operates the F/V ‘Sharecropper’, a 30-foot center console Contender. A trip with Capt. Shane is designed for safety and good times. His vessel is equipped with State of the art GPS Chartplotter, real-time weather, satellite radio, custom stereo, satellite communications, 8 person liferaft and new 200 HP engines. You will not find a better equipped fishing boat in its class. This is a clean, fast, professionally run and maintained boat to get you out in the water and home safely.
This captain looks forward to enjoying your Galveston fishing trip with you. If you are looking for a great day on the water give Capt. Shane a call TODAY!
Capt Saul
As Galveston BOI (born on island), Capt. Saul has spent his entire life on the water. His passion for fishing began at an early age, starting as a deckhand when he was just 11 years old. Even before high school, Saul knew fishing was more than a hobby — it was the career he wanted to pursue. After years of hands-on experience learning the industry as a deckhand, Saul earned his captain’s license at just 21 years old. Today, he specializes in offshore fishing trips, his personal favorite, where he enjoys exploring new waters and learning something new every time he heads out.
For Capt. Saul, running a charter is about more than fishing — it’s about creating unforgettable experiences, meeting new people, and sharing the excitement of the ocean with every trip. This captain looks forward to enjoying your Galveston fishing charter with you.
Deckhand Austin
Since joining Galveston Sea Ventures in the summer of 2023, this young crew member has enjoyed every opportunity to spend time on the water doing what he loves most. He enjoys helping guests have a great experience on the water and is always ready to lend a hand around the boat. As a deckhand, you will often find him baiting hooks, prepping tackle, keeping the boat clean, and making sure guests are taken care of throughout the trip.
Originally from Dallas and proudly considered an IBC (Islander By Choice) rather than a BOI, he balances work on the charter boats with attending Ball High School, where he is set to graduate in May 2026
