Members of the Port Aransas Boatmen, Inc. gathered for a photo recently. They are, in front from left, Cliff Strain, George Mayo, Virginia Moser, Gordon Peters, Josh Garcia, Cash Coble, Frankie Eichols, Linda Zahn, Thomas Dutton and Charlie Barrett. Second row, Mike Nugent, David Hoffmeister, Reba Carnes, Kim Zahn Winton, Kevin Wood, and Charlie Zahn. Back row, Ken Gillespie, Mike Odom, Mark Hein, Kent Karnes, Eric Corbin, Harry Johnson, Ron Woltersdorf, Brent Casey, Karen Greesen, Ronnie Jackson, Jackie Romeyn, Panagiotis Apostolou, Sam Roberts, Ron Moser and James Huff.

History

In  1932, twenty-five charter boat and commercial fishermen formed what was  known as the Boatmen’s Association.  The primary mission of the group  was to protect their fishing waters, sponsor the Texas Tarpon Rodeo, and  support community activities. Over the years, the old Boatmen’s Association has undergone changes in both name and mission. Of prime importance in the mission of the PAB is the funding of scholarships for the youth of Port Aransas.

Mission

 Port  Aransas Boatmen Incorporated is a non-profit organization, made up of  charter boat owners and operators dedicated to providing services to the  community of Port Aransas, Texas, in the form of scholarships and youth  related activities.  Your participation in PAB sponsored events such as  the annual Deep Sea Roundup makes these services possible. 

Statement of Purpose

The Port Aransas Boatmen are incorporated and have obtained Sec. 501c(6) Nonprofit Organization Status.

The primary purposes of Port Aransas Boatmen, Inc. are to: 

  • Promote boating safety
  • Promote good sportsmanship
  • Promote conservation of natural resources and wildlife
  • Foster and promote high standards in fishing industry
  • Represent  charter boat operators and recreational fishermen in legislative and  regulatory issues which govern the fishing industry
  • Provide financial support for community projects and scholarships
  • Sponsor the Deep Sea Roundup (the oldest fishing tournament on the Gulf Coast)

Membership

Port Aransas Boatmen was formed in 1932 with 25 original members.  We continue to support our statement of purpose and always welcome new members!
 

Regular members that hold a valid U.S.C.G. captain’s license, must be  sponsored by a member in good standing, and must be approved for  membership by a vote of the regular membership.

Individuals who do not hold a U.S.C.G Captain’s License may become  non-voting associate members through the same process of sponsorship and  vote of the regular members.  After being a non-voting member for 3  years your are eligible to become a voting member by the vote of regular  members.  

If  you own or operate a boat in the Port Aransas area, and would be  interested in participating as a member of the PAB, you can contact us  at the address or phone number listed below.

The Port Aransas Boatmen officers and directors serve as volunteers.

Port Aransas Boatmen, Inc. * P.O. Box 501 * Port Aransas, Texas 78373       
(361) 215-5928