Billy Sandifer

Billy Sandifer

Piping Plover

-Charadrius melodus- Small, short-billed bird of the sandy beaches, lake shores and dunes.Breeds in northeast and north-central U.S. and Canada....

Brown Noddy

-Anous stolidus- Also: Common Noddy A medium sized, tropical, highly pelagic, dark brown tern with grayish-white forehead, black bill and...

The Rest of the Story

Y'all already know about Hurricane Dolly so I will only address the effects on PINS. There was a heavy impact...

Least Tern

- Sterna Antillarum- All terns are distinguished from gulls by pointed wings, bill shape and their feeding technique of plunge-diving...

Circle Hooks

It amuses me how my fishing customers and even some experienced fishermen and guides react when I talk about circle...

The Way of It

Although I’ve written volumes about appropriate beach driving and camping etiquette I am continually bombarded with requests for such information;...

Whooping Crane

-Grus americana-The whooping crane, our tallest bird, is native only to North America. Listed as highly endangered, the sole remaining...

Great Egret

-Ardea alba-Tall, extremely slender bird with a long neck, black legs and feet and a thin yellow bill. Carries its...

Common Sense and Bits of Information

Recently I’ve had the opportunity to be offshore in six foot swells while listening to the marine weather radio forecasting...

Odds and Ends and Helpful Tips

Although it sure isn't my favorite topic I want to let everyone know about a very real situation that exists...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

Get all the latest coastal cuisine recipes from guides and authors.

Recipe of the month

Hashbrown Crusted Crab-Spinach-Egg Casserole

Created by Mary Anne Gunn – Many thanks to my dear friend for sharing this wonderful breakfast casserole. Perfect to...

Frank Willis’ Shrimp Stuffed Potatoes

Joe’s Redfish on the Half Shell with Curried Mango Grille Sauce

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Texas Saltwater Fishing Magazine November 2025

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