Steve Hillman

Steve Hillman

The Buzz: January 2015

It's hard to top this time of year–fishing is good and hunting is good. Holidays spent with family and friends...

The Buzz: December 2014

The past couple of months have been extraordinary. I have to admit, there were times this year when I questioned...

The Buzz: November 2014

Man, oh man! How can anyone just not fall in love with this time of year? September and October were...

The Buzz: October 2014

We're still catching good numbers of trout and redfish over deep shell. So, not much has changed over the past...

The Buzz: September 2014

Stiff winds finally subsided in early August and everyone was able to spread out and catch fish. Occasional showers have...

The Buzz: August 2014

The last four days of May gave great hope for a stellar June. The wind was finally subsiding and catching...

The Buzz: July 2014

Stiff southwest winds have given way to southeast winds on most days and fishing has dramatically improved. It's not lights...

The Buzz: June 2014

"That's why they call it fishing and not catching." If I had $5.00 for every time I've heard one of...

The Buzz: May 2014

There's always some uncertainty among those of us who fish the Galveston Bay Complex heading into the spring transitional period....

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Recipe of the month

Julio’s Tortilla Chip Crusted Fish Fillets with Sweet Corn Medley

This is another unique way fishermen can enjoy catch of the day. The recipe was contributed by Merland Albert and...

Elizabeth’s Sand Trout Ceviche

Just in time for Fourth of July – Patriotic Deviled Seafood Eggs

Crab and Shrimp Stuffed Shells with Sherry Cream Sauce

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