Jay Watkins

Jay Watkins

August - Toughest of times for trout!

There is little doubt that Texas speckled trout fishermen regard the month of August as possibly the toughest time of...

Game Plan for Success

What is a GAME PLAN, and why is having one a critical part of everyday fishing success?Now there's a familiar...

Here’s a question I hear often… "How do I find and catch fish I can't see?"

Now what I've got say here is based solely on my personal experiences and my records. I doubt there is...

The Skinny on the Slicks

In May we see tons of slicks. In fact, slicks become a vital part of locating fish along our southern...

Defining the Swag

Swag: an area of deeper and darker water surrounded by shallower areas, all with similar bottom structure.This is not old...

Fishing the Bog

In February, the key to locating good numbers of fish is mud, plain and simple. Sometimes I think "bog" may...

Should we stay or should we go?

Here is a question I am asked a lot "When is it time to leave and when is it time...

Winter Trout Game Planning

Have you ever wondered why the same old names keep popping up when it comes to trophy trout fishing? Dockside...

Let's Make Some Noise

Why are there so many different noise-making devices placed in the lures we purchase today? Someone asks this question almost...

Starting Young

I have many dads as well as moms ask me how old should a child be when you start teaching...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

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

Recipe of the month

Cowboy Butters

These flavored butters create a luxurious effect when put atop a sizzling steak, fresh from the grill. Experiment with various...

Uncle Daddy’s Half-Shell Redfish

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