Crossing the Gulf
Ever wonder what it's like, crossing the wide Gulf of Mexico? There's a lot of water out there, out beyond...
Joe Richard
Joe Richard has fished the Gulf since 1967, starting out of Port Arthur, but his adventures have taken him up and down the entire coast. He was the editor of Tide magazine for eight years, and later Florida Sportsman’s book and assistant magazine editor. He began guiding out of Port O’Connor in 1994. His specialty is big kingfish, and his latest book is The Kingfish Bible, New Revelations.
Car Bodies Reefs
I have sometimes commented on fishing offshore this time of year at the old "car body" reef off Galveston, the...
The Twilight Zone
There is a dimension offshore beyond that which is known to man. It is a dimension of shadows and darkness,...
Tricks for Fishing the Birds
Murky coastal water looks unsightly, but it does hide the fish. It also provides ample plankton for baitfish and shrimp,...
Last Call for Ling
September might not seem like a prime month for catching ling offshore, but we've often had great luck with these...
Staying Afloat
Fishing has been described as a series of misadventures, with occasional days that turn out rightor something like that. You...
Kayaking Offshore
Paddling a kayak offshore is a real trip, so to speak. There's a certain amount of satisfaction in paddling and...
Lightning Duck and Cover
Ever been startled by a nearby lightning strike? It's inevitable if you spend much time fishing in Texas, which ranks...
When Boats were Small and Cheap
A potential boat buyer recently started an online discussion about whether a 22-foot center console is safe enough to fish...
Give Trout a Break
I’ve been watching the ongoing debate over TP&W’s proposal to cut the trout limit to five from Sargent south to...
Gulf Coast Kitchen
Get all the latest coastal cuisine recipes from guides and authors.
Recipe of the month
Capt. Robert Peel’s Red Snapper with Seafood Stuffing
We want to thank Capt. Robert Peel of Texas Fins and Feathers for sharing this recipe. We invited friends for...