Shark Fishing

Mr. Turbo Side-eyes

The majestic scalloped hammerhead shark once frequented the Texas coast in great numbers. While not a mythical monster like its...

Reflections

Folks who make a living in the fishing industry gratefully enjoy many adventurous journeys.  As someone who's proud to work...

November Bliss

After some rather stagnant months leading into fall, cold fronts routinely pass over the coast and pull a biological trigger....

Full Circle

The roots of land-based shark fishing run deep in the Lone Star State. For some 70 years, generations have shared...

A Tale of Two Sharks

Occasionally, I enjoy reminiscing about the past, looking back through nostalgic eyes on days which seemed simpler. In one way,...

The Holy Grail

At least fifteen different species of sharks visit the shallow waters off Texas beaches during any given year. The shortfin...

Setting the Bar: Giant Hammerhead Lives to Fight Again

Back in May, the time of year when spring begins to feel like summer, I and some friends and customers...

The Fun Found in Small Shark Species

The Texas coast is home to many types of fish.  Among them, at least 15 different species of sharks have...

Running With the Bulls

Dozens of species of sharks prowl the waters off the Texas coast.  Some, like the cat sharks, average only about...

A Modern David and Goliath Tale

Once in a great while, a story emerges into the world triumphantly, to become part of a culture's collective memory. ...

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