Eric Ozolins

Eric Ozolins

Tiger Tales: Part II - A Birthday Wish

The first nine months of 2015 have yielded some of the best surf fishing in memory. However, as Newton's Third...

Tiger Tales: Part I

As this year has progressed, the level of uncommon catches by surf anglers is running at an all-time high. The...

A Certain Degree of “Epicness”

Whether in company of a few good friends or running solo, the water is where I escape the confines of...

Why I Love My Job

During my 35 years I have been fortunate to travel many places around the world in pursuit of adventure. I...

One Night Stand on Padre

It has been a while since the scream of a shark reel rang from atop my truck in the dark...

Opportunity Knocks

After years of enduring brutally frustrating amounts of sargassum in our surf zone, 2015 has been most kind to coastal...

When Life Gives You Lemons

The arid beauty of the South Texas coastline lends a unique and majestic allure to its diverse fisheries. A rugged...

Launching Bait at Big Targets

Before the advent of modern sit-on-top kayaks, big game surf fisherman resorted to an unusual array of methods for bait...

Let there be WAR!

Nearly a decade ago a fishing buddy and I hit upon a novel concept for a fishing competition. We were...

Sandbar Excitement

Land-based shark fishing is an addictive pursuit that rarely loosens its grip on those afflicted. While a far greater number...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

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Recipe of the month

Shrimp Crostini Appetizers

INGREDIENTS • 1 lb fresh large shrimp • 2 Tbsp butter• 1/2 tsp thyme• 1/4 cup shredded Colby cheese •...

Chef Davis Turner’s Fish Fry Recipe

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Shrimp Po-Boy Sliders with Remoulade Slaw