Kevin Cochran

Kevin Cochran

Beating the Heat and the Crowds

When spring ends and summer begins, frenzied winds usually calm somewhat, water temperatures climb above 80° to stay for a...

Legacy

The Covid struck Darren Jackson hard and fast. By the time the retired army veteran called 911 to tell someone...

Lessons in the Loading

I bought the swine from my granddad after he made some cash selling pigs thrown by two sows he kept...

Coping With March Madness

In one significant aspect, March closely resembles December. Both months dismiss one season and introduce another. Texans generally think of...

The Third Leg

On the list of most famous and important numbers, three sits at or near the top. So many things break...

The Crew and Their Choices

When they decided to fish tournaments, Billy Dobbins proclaimed himself captain of the crew. This came as no surprise to...

Back to the 50s

In Texas, normally sometime around Thanksgiving, water temperatures in our coastal bays dip down into the 50s and stay there...

Capital C Clarity

Water clarity influences an angler's ability to catch fish with artificial lures—clearer water facilitates easier catching, on average. While trying...

The Monotony Monster

I've warned my customers about the monster many times, written about it on the pages of this publication too. Normally,...

Sensible September Strategies

In many ways, September plays a transitional role in the lives of coastal anglers. On the calendar, the month ushers...

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

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

Grilled Redfish and Shrimp with Cajun Cream Sauce

Hashbrown Crusted Crab-Spinach-Egg Casserole

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Texas Saltwater Fishing Magazine August 2026