Inshore/Nearshore Fishing

Seas less than two feet…

When people talk about sight-fishing along the Texas coast, whether fly or conventional, thoughts generally turn to redfish. It is...

Partners in Pursuit

Bird watching is one of the fastest growing outdoors activities in the country, out-pacing even hunting and fishing.  A recent...

On the Trashy Side

Shallow water sightcasting along the Texas coast means chasing redfish for most anglers. That’s understandable, I suppose. Redfish fit the...

The Florida Pompano of Texas

Walking the sandy beaches of Padre Island National Seashore on a cold winter morning can trick the casual observer into...

Visit a Coastal Marsh This Winter

Another year has come and gone, leaving me to wonder where the days all disappeared to. And, as always, the...

Low Tide Scouting Pays Off

Peering out the office window, it appears true winter has finally arrived. Dreary mist coupled with a steady cold north...

November Nearshore and Inshore

By the time you read this most of the seasonal pelagic species will have migrated from our Texas state waters....

Exceptional Sight-Fishing…and other fun activities

I don’t know about y’all, but I’m ready for November. It has been a lot of fun running the Dargel...

So Long Summer; Hello Fall!

Every season must come to an end and the summer of 2018 will definitely be missed. We were blessed with...

Hitting the Surf

Fortunate for me growing up, my parents spent a significant amount of time with my brother and I at the...

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Texas Chrome Outdoors Seafood Pasta

Many thanks to Capt. Joey Smith for sharing this delicious recipe. It’s quick and easy as can be, and sure...

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

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