Ernest Cisneros

Ernest Cisneros

South Padre: March 2024

The year was 1986. I owned a small scooter boat with a six-foot tower. The tower was too tall and...

South Padre: February 2024

I am happy to report that fishing has been superb as we enter the month of February. In order to...

South Padre: January 2024

I want to begin by wishing everyone a Happy New Year! I hope it brings plenty of tight lines and...

South Padre: December 2023

Everybody is saying that December arrived quickly, but not soon enough for me. This month marks the beginning of winter...

South Padre: November 2023

Last month I introduced the topic of fish highways and this month I want to talk in greater detail about...

South Padre: October 2023

Can you name the busiest highways in the United States or in Texas? The busiest in the US is I-405...

South Padre: September 2023

It’s been a busy summer with boat launches and parking areas full from early morning until well into afternoon. Countless...

South Padre: August 2023

Fishing is a sport loved and enjoyed by millions worldwide. It's neither a contact sport nor one that leads to...

South Padre: July 2023

Putting this article together, I’m wearing a big smile and couldn’t be happier with the quality of fishing we have...

South Padre: June 2023

June looks as though it will be a bit of transitional month for us, at least in terms of water...

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Chicken, Andouille, and Shrimp Jambalaya

Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced 2 pounds boneless-skinless chicken thighs, cut in 1-inch cubes 1½...

Capt. Robert Peel’s Red Snapper with Seafood Stuffing

Texas Chrome Outdoors Seafood Pasta

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