Understanding Long Shore Drift and the 12th Annual Big Shell Beach Cleanup
Many of my customers hire me the first time hoping to gain a better understanding of the surf zone and...
Billy Sandifer
Capt. Billy is a local fishing guide, birder, & conservationist on the Texas barrier island "Padre Island." He focuses on improving conservation of natural resources and enjoys spreading his knowledge to others. He is known as the "Padre of Padre Island", and has organized the local "The Big Shell Beach Clean Up" for 14 years. He has received the Conservation & Environmental Stewardship Award by the Coastal Bend Bays Foundation.
"Qué Color?"
One of my all time favorite debates is also one of the longest running ones; I know you've heard it...
Red Tides, Elections, and Beach Driving Issues
Every time we get a red tide bloom folks begin asking what causes it; my reply is always the same,...
Stewardship Award and Other, More Critical Issues
The Coastal Bend Bays Foundation has chosen me and my business (Padre Island Safaris) to receive one of its annual...
The Sights of the Natural World
The late afternoon heat was finally subsiding as a cooling breeze arrived from offshore and the sun sank lower on...
Tigers, Tournaments, and One-Eyed Fishing Guides
Chris Sessions has been shark fishing the beaches of PINS for 25 years and his son, Brian, has been sharing...
Gulf Coast Kitchen
Get all the latest coastal cuisine recipes from guides and authors.
Recipe of the month
The Captain’s Grilled Rosemary-Portobello Redfish
4 redfish fillets1 tablespoon fresh rosemary - chopped 1 medium onion - chopped2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoon...