Scott Sommerlatte

Scott Sommerlatte

Tips for Fly Fishing Adventure

Not to generalize too much, but conventional light-tackle anglers here in Texas seem to be homebodies meaning they fish mostly...

Gear for Fly Fishermen

Every year I try to dedicate this month's column to gear and gadgets. Call it a Christmas shopping list of...

Slam!

Fly fishermen all have some aspect of the sport that we either identify most closely with or that consumes us....

Necesitamos un Poco de Buena Suerte

I believe that fishermen tend to be a superstitious lot; even more so fishing guides. I also believe that luck...

The Secrets to Fishing Blind

Not too long ago I had an angler fishing with me. Who'd have guessed that? Anyway, we had been on...

Weedless?

Fly-guides and anglers have debated for years whether a weed guard is a worthwhile addition to a fly. Many say...

Going Small

Everybody has heard the saying"Everything's bigger in Texas."But as fly-fishermen, we shouldn't always think that way. Sometimes going small can...

“Trade Secret” Tying Technique

OK folks it's that time of month. Here I am racking my brain to write something interesting. And, since I've...

Adapting

One of the biggest keys to success in fly fishing is the ability to adapt when things aren't going exactly...

Staying Connected: Part 2

So Last month I shared my thoughts on how important the connection between your fly line and leader is but,...

Gulf Coast Kitchen

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

Recipe of the month

Shrimp Po-Boy Sliders with Remoulade Slaw

Remoulade Slaw 1 small package precut coleslaw3/4 cup Yum Yum Sauce 1/8 tsp cayenne1 Tbsp. stone ground mustard1/4 cup minced...

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