Your Hosts    Since re-commissioning Skimmer in 2003 Capt. Tommy Moore has been providing a truly unique nature tourism experience. Nature lovers from all over the world have given us our most prized accolades by referring their friends, families, colleagues, and folks they meet on the trail.

Capt. Tommy has been in the Aransas area for over 30 years. His knowledge of the area, the incredibly abundant wildlife, and the rich history of Aransas bay give our customers a perspective of the area they cannot get anywhere else. We are a classic family business and care about our customers. Leslie Day will take your reservations and help you with directions or accommodations. We feel that a nature tour should allow you to become one with all that is around you. We promise not to drone on and on over a PA system that is too loud. We hit the highlights of the area and help you learn to identify as many species as you care to by being on deck and available.

The Boat        Skimmer is very unique in design. She drafts only 2.5 feet allowing you access to habitat that no other high capacity vessel in the area can offer. Her extremely quiet environmentally friendly Honda outboards make your trip an unusually peaceful experience.

The Nikon Relationship                         We found that many of our customers really want to upgrade their binoculars but have a hard time choosing the right product to fit their needs in a store. By teaming up with Nikon Birding and Sport Optics we allow our clients to learn about and try the various models of binoculars and spotting scopes to see which products best fit their budget and needs in a true birding environment. If you wish, you can purchase your favorite Nikon optics and accessories at competitive prices from our Optics Pro Shop. We carry quality waterproof models that will last a lifetime and fit any budget. Nikon is the trusted name in optics providing unmatched warranties and service programs.

Our Guides

Capt. Jay Tarkington

Jon McIntyre

Nan Dietert and Lyndon Holcomb