Eric Ozolins

Eric Ozolins

Sharking 'Fin'esse

I view shark fishing from the beach as an artform more than a rigid science, an activity that affords lots...

Bull-Hemoths

As the water continues to warm in May, the marine food chain moves closer inshore along the Texas coast. May...

Texas Shark Rodeo Excitement

Spring is here and anglers are flocking to the beaches. The warming of the surf zone has attracted swarms of...

March of the Giants

The surf zone becomes very quiet during mid-to-late winter in terms of apex predator action, but that is all about...

The Florida Pompano of Texas

Walking the sandy beaches of Padre Island National Seashore on a cold winter morning can trick the casual observer into...

Evolving

Roughly eight years ago I released an online fishing video that thrilled many. The compilation was an hour-long montage of...

A Year To Remember

Fishing the surf is an odd combination of peaceful relaxation and a true primal experience. Mixed within the fine grains...

The Year of the Tiger

Chinese astrologists may be celebrating the year of the dog, but here in the world of Texas surf angling I...

The Elusive Dusky

Having spent roughly half my life on the sand of Padre Island, events and developments continue to surprise me. My...

Change Is Coming

South Texas shark anglers are enjoying an exceptional year, some say the best they’ve ever seen. While our shark fisheries...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

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

Recipe of the month

Capt. Robert Peel’s Red Snapper with Seafood Stuffing

We want to thank Capt. Robert Peel of Texas Fins and Feathers for sharing this recipe. We invited friends for...

Julio’s Tortilla Chip Crusted Fish Fillets with Sweet Corn Medley

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Cold Weather Approaches and Strategies

Breaking Down the North Badlands