Eric Ozolins

Eric Ozolins

A Catch 20 Years in the Making

One fish, above all others, consumes my angling thoughts and priorities—the tiger shark.  I try to target this species on...

The Adventurous World of Kayak Fishing

Offshore kayak fishing has been a passion of mine for over two decades. I helped pioneer “beyond the breakers” kayaking. ...

Hammering the Beach

With the sun's full force scorching the fine sand, shark hunters set up long lines of camps on Texas beaches,...

Welcome to Jawrassic Park

June ranks high among the most interesting months in the Texas surf. Vast numbers of blacktip sharks linger in the...

Creative Isolation

The lifestyle of a popular fishing guide presents plenty of perks. Perhaps the most enjoyable bonus is crossing paths with...

Photography - 2.0

Several years ago, I wrote an informative article discussing the art of photography and how to use various photographic techniques...

Saltwater Fountain of Youth

I've been blessed, fortunate to follow my lifetime passion down many different roads.  I get to enjoy the daily adventures...

Winter Wonderland

Over the years, fishermen in Texas have learned to accept volatile weather patterns. We're fortunate to claim a coast where...

Goals and Expectations

Every year, when the eternal hand of Father Time flips the calendar over for a fresh start, anglers have a...

Salty Reflections of 2019

We are closing in on the end of another memorable year of fishing. Over the past twelve months the Coastal...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

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

Recipe of the month

Isle of Matagorda Baked Flounder

This delightful creation comes from the kitchen of Brent Hart at Hurricane Junction in Port O’Connor. Flounder is regarded as...

Shrimp Saganaki (Greek Shrimp with Tomatoes & Feta)

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