Articles and Tips

    Surf Fishing Primer: Many vacationers come to the Texas Coast to spend quality time with their families and throw in some fishing as well. Most are here without boats to use, and many have limited fishing experience. Surf fishing along the beach front is usually very productive for a variety of fish.

    Beat the Heat, Night Fishing has it's Advantages: There are circumstances which promote and encourage the hobby of fishing at night and actually provide a more conducive environment for one to be able to enjoy a larger haul and more catches. Night fishing on the coast is a great alternative to beat the summer heat in July and August. It can also be a perfectly miserable experience if you're not prepared.

    "1-on-1" Technique: Capt. Chris Martin discusses his "1-on-1" technique for catching trout during the months of January through March.

    February Fishing Tactics for Trophy Trout: You have all probably heard at one time or another that trout move and react much more slowly during colder months of the year.

    Visualizing Your Trip: Before your next fishing trip, try to visualize your trip before it actually happens

    How to Shuck an Oyster: Shucking oysters properly takes practice; it requires a proper, sturdy blade and both hands working closely.

    Frontal Passage Strategies: A pre-frontal scenario so common for this time of the year along our Texas coast: Fishing has been sensational for the past several days, and you could not have asked for better water conditions and tides.

    Hook Removal: The most common hazard facing anglers is getting too much sun but, one of the most common accidents during fishing season involves hooks.

    Anchors and Anchoring: Many of us put a lot of stock in how we choose a boat... One thing many people don't consider, however, is the anchor. There are several basic types of anchors that are available for use. Each one is designed for a specific purpose.

    It's Time to Give Back: Unlike today, coastal fishing back in the late 1800's and the early 1900's was viewed primarily as a means for providing food - people fished in order to eat.

    Gulf Coast Kayak Fishing: Combining Fun, Fishing and Exercise

    Drum Fun or Dumb Drum: Some say "it's" fun and some say "it's" dumb. Call it what you want but they are all talking about the annual drum run.

    Fishing From Bottom to Top: I had made several empty casts along an area shoreline while fishing the other
day, when finally the water boiled underneath my surface plug.

    A Few Fishing Knots: A fishing knot is nothing more than a connection between the fishing line and a leader, lure, hook, or sinker. Sounds easy enough but, it is a crucial part of being a successful angler.

    How to Make Bait Tips for Fishing: Simple easy way to make bait tips from shrimp

    How to Throw a Cast Net: Throwing a cast net is just like learning anything new. It will be a little shaky at first, but with a little practice you'll be throwing that net like a pro every time.

    Cool Weather Tactics: The area lakes from Pringle down to Panther, and the flats located north of the ICW/VBC are (good bets) for trout and reds.

    Kayak Fishing - An Angling Alternative: One of the rising trends on the Texas Gulf Coast these days is fishing from kayaks.

    Cash in on Fall Flounder: There's a little nip in the air from time to time....It's time to gear up and refocus our attention to the fall Flounder run.

    Take Care of Your Reel...and it Will Take Care of You: Saltwater fishermen have to take better care of their gear than freshwater fishermen. One of the keys to the longevity and faithful service provided by these reels is preventive maintenance.

    "SeaDrifting" in Winter: Capt. Chris Martin discusses some of his strategies for fishing the Seadrift area during the wintertime.

    Crabbing, An Adventure for Everyone: Needing an activity that can provide hours of enjoyment for everyone in the entire family? Load up the little ones and head on down to the water for a day of adventure - crabbing.

    Flats Boat Poling 101: We will not try to give you all the details of poling here, our focus is to help the beginners with the basics to get you poling a skiff effectively enough to catch fish.

    VHF Marine Radio Usage: You've added a VHF radio to your marine electronics and safety equipment for communications when out on the water. Trouble is, no one has taught you how to use it properly.

    Saltwater Fishing - A Fun Sport For The Whole Family: Looking for a way to bring the while family together? Try saltwater fishing! Saltwater fishing is an activity that everyone, no matter what your age, can enjoy.

    Information About Fishing Reels: There's a wide variety of reels out there to choose from and there are quite a few manufacturers making them. For those that are thinking of getting into the sport, here's a little help.