Eric Ozolins

Eric Ozolins

Summer Shark Spread

As the summer sun heats the sands of our coastal beaches and predictable weather patterns settle in, big shark action...

Jacked-Up Surf

In the white-capped waves fronting a majestic South Texas beach, squadrons of brown pelicans repeatedly dive into the shallows. After...

Super Shark Trio

Up and down the Texas Coast, from Port Isabel to High Island, true to life sea monsters prowl the inshore...

Surf Flatties

The bountiful waters of the Texas coast support many species of fish. From the coastal marshes through the bays, to...

Mr. Turbo Side-eyes

The majestic scalloped hammerhead shark once frequented the Texas coast in great numbers. While not a mythical monster like its...

Reflections

Folks who make a living in the fishing industry gratefully enjoy many adventurous journeys.  As someone who's proud to work...

Winter Bliss

One truth cannot be denied—Texas weather is unpredictable. From year to year, things change dramatically, often without discernible, consistent patterns....

November Bliss

After some rather stagnant months leading into fall, cold fronts routinely pass over the coast and pull a biological trigger....

Full Circle

The roots of land-based shark fishing run deep in the Lone Star State. For some 70 years, generations have shared...

A Tale of Two Sharks

Occasionally, I enjoy reminiscing about the past, looking back through nostalgic eyes on days which seemed simpler. In one way,...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

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

Recipe of the month

Northwoods Fish Fry

We had the pleasure to visit Oak Lake Lodge in western Ontario last August and believe me the experience was...

Grilled Redfish and Shrimp with Cajun Cream Sauce

Hashbrown Crusted Crab-Spinach-Egg Casserole

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Reports & Forecasts: December 2025

Factors Influencing Winter Trout Patterns

More Shucks for Your Bucks: A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Oyster Restoration Strategies