Jay Watkins

Jay Watkins

Current is the Key

September has been a test of Texas fishermans will with lingering heat and an abundance of generally unfavorable wind. I...

Think Like a Predator!

If you have spent a day on the water with me, attended one of my Fish Smart seminars, or purchased...

Locating and Working the Line

I am often asked how one picks the right area along the shoreline when you have so much that looks...

Respect

Schools are out and the summer crowds are heading our way. This is the busiest time for fishing guides and...

Wind is Our Friend

I am enjoying a good shallow water bite here in Rockport so far this spring. I owe my confidence in...

My Way or the Highway... Sometimes

"You have to have the best fishermen in the entire world." I hear this often from clients as well as...

Spring Patterns

I am finally home after spending the last two months fishing in Port Mansfield with my fishing club members. I...

The Wind is Your Friend

As I work on this article the temperature outside is hovering around 42° and the wind is out of the...

Chasing Trophy Trout

First let me say thanks for all the comments I received on last month's article. Your comical responses and the...

C'mon Man!

I hope you don't mind but, in this months issue I just wanted to make you laugh a little if...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

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

Recipe of the month

Grilled Redfish and Shrimp with Cajun Cream Sauce

Many thanks to my good friend Wendy Nix for sharing this wonderful recipe. My dinner guests all agree it’s the...

Seatrout Almondine with Butter Lemon Caper Sauce

Frank Willis’ Shrimp Stuffed Potatoes

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