Eric Ozolins

Eric Ozolins

A Serious Look into Offshore Kayak Safety

Sudden squalls, high seas, and lurking sharks are some of the hazards that "beyond the breakers" kayaking can mischievously throw...

Dark Encounters with Toothy Pelagics

The allure of shark fishing from South Texas beaches is heightened through a magically thin sliver of a chance to...

Kayak Pursuit of Red Snapper

As a youngster, my early offshore days entailed jumping aboard a party boat out of Port Aransas to seek lunker...

Shark Fishing’s Ultimate Bycatches

One of the most alluring aspects of shark fishing is that quite often you have no idea what might pick...

The Magic of May: 
A Tale of Shark Adventure

Sharks may be encountered in any month anywhere along our coast. Various species make their appearance as seasons and conditions...

It’s a Ling Thing

Mother Nature's moodiness lashes the Texas Gulf coast starting in March and continues into April. With what seems endlessly pounding...

The Big - The Bad - The Ugly

In total darkness, with only the glow of a headlamp and the nav-lights on the kayak, things are about to...

KAYAK WARS
: The Ultimate Kayak Angling Battles Continue

The definition of war is the act of engaging in hostile combat against another group or nation. Transferred to the...

Digital Photos: Taking Better Beach & Kayaking Photos

Our great sport thrives due to the remarkable personal experiences we gather during countless unforgettable adventures. Photography has long been...

Winter Sharking Preview

It is no secret that many shark species dominate our shallow gulf waters during the scorching hot months months which...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

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

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 •...

LJ Guillotte’s Grilled Oysters ala ACME

Shrimp with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

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Restoring Wild Oyster Stock Through the S. Reed Oyster Buyback Program