Editorial

Oops! on the May Solunar Chart and Freshwater Inflows

Everett Johnson
My phone has been ringing nonstop and my email inbox is about to burst. The May issue went to print...

Unbelievable Lower Laguna!

Everett Johnson
In case you haven't noticed, the Lower Laguna Madre is on fire. Anglers with local knowledge and others enlisting the...

Hail April!

Everett Johnson
Here on the Texas coast, in terms of fishing participation, April is when the rubber meets the road. Improving weather,...

User Conflict and Seatrout Conservation

Everett Johnson
User conflict (see also inability or reluctance of fishermen to share water) continues to be a hot topic. I spent...

Passing It On

Everett Johnson
I have been receiving some great emails and photos from readers telling of exceptional fishing trips with kids and grandkids...

Looking into the New Year

Everett Johnson
When I was younger I felt compelled to make New Year resolutions. I would start with enthusiasm to change my...

A New Look and a Chance to Participate in Fisheries Management

Everett Johnson
I do not often use this column to discuss this magazine but, given that our Art and Graphics team dreamed...

Thanksgiving

Everett Johnson
I give thanks for a great life. I have an adorable wife who shares my passion for fishing, hunting and...

Hail October!

Everett Johnson
Although April holds a special place in this angler's heart; October is undoubtedly my favorite of all months on the...

Time to Formulate a New Plan

Everett Johnson
As editor of this magazine I receive tons of fishing reports. Some are encouraging and would lead one to believe...

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