Kevin Cochran

Kevin Cochran

Deal-breakers and Bone-shakers

Accomplished anglers live in a world which necessitates constant adaptation to evolving weather and environmental elements. They realize the importance...

Grace and Readiness

In the past, working as a teacher in our public schools, I came to recognize the critical roles various components...

Shifting the Paradigm

Various types of fishing guides operate on Texas coastal waters. Some target limits of trout using live bait while others...

Wading Basics

In order to maximize results when wading, an angler must wear the proper clothing, carry functional tools, and utilize an...

Transitions and Traditions

During the weeks spanning from the middle of November to the middle of January, several socially and culturally significant events,...

Extreme Effects

Several types of extremes influence anglers targeting speckled trout. Exaggerated temperatures and wind speeds affect anglers' decisions and strategies significantly,...

Adult Concepts

In April of 1998, I submitted my first article to Gene Baker, then owner of Gulf Coast Connections magazine. I...

Introducing: Sound Operating Principles

A short time ago, I generated a list of operating principles I use on a daily basis in my life...

Phases, Fights and Pearly Lights

I arrive at the dock in pre-dawn darkness, per my usual way. After launching the boat alone, I don my...

Beautifully Useless

While playing golf in the years of my youth, I learned a valuable lesson about freakish, crazy-good events which I...

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Gulf Coast Kitchen

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Soft-Shell Crab Po’ Boys

Po’Boy style seafood sandwiches are always a treat no matter whether you use shrimp, oysters, or fresh catch-of-the-day fish fillets. ...

Prosciutto Flounder Rolls with Creamy Thyme Sauce

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