Joe Richard

Joe Richard

Kid vs. Adult Fishing Premium

At what point should we begin taking kids saltwater fishing, exposing them to bigger fish? It can’t be pinned on...

Guy Time

According to the book Bowling Alone by Robert Putnam, there is far less socializing in our local communities today. People...

Need a Bigger Boat

There are a few fish I’ve encountered over the years that gave us pause—moments when we instinctively knew we shouldn’t...

Kingfish Decline

One item on my Christmas wish list is that kingfish in the Gulf will somehow reveal why their numbers have...

Gulf Crossings – Both Happy and Cruel

Texas fishermen know the Gulf is wide, but how long of a boat ride from Galveston to Cozumel? It’s something...

Hook Drama

Hook barbings are a constant, low-key menace while out there fishing, and they don’t always happen in the boat. I...

Tight Spots

Fishing from boats has been described as a series of misadventures, although every now and then, everything goes right. Or...

Feather Jigs

Preparing for a fishing trip tomorrow, I’m wiring up short leaders for a few bucktail jigs and recalling countless successes...

Boat Noise

Texans know better than most that boat noise will spook shallow, saltwater fish. Our coastal anglers must lead the world...

Tariffs and Fish

With new tariffs on overseas products going into effect back in April, how will this affect our fishing and fish...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

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

Recipe of the month

Hot & Crunchy Speckled Trout with Mango Jalapeño Aioli Premium

My friends Brandon Benton and Mary Anne Gunn shared this recipe with me. It’s got a little coastal kick and...

Hot & Crunchy Speckled Trout with Mango Jalapeño Aioli

Isle of Matagorda Baked Flounder

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Texas Saltwater Fishing Magazine March 2026

TPWD Science-Based Gill Net Program Remains On Hold