Popular Spots – Fishing the Cycles
These days, a big trout isn't just "big"they're "slobs." They could also be called "bigs" or "toads." If they're just...
Steve Hillman
Steve Hillman is a full-time fishing guide on his home waters of Galveston Bay. Steve fishes the entire Galveston Bay Complex, wading and drifting for trout, redfish, and flounder using artificial lures.
Under Pressure
New clients arrived at the ramp ahead of me, eager to experience their first-ever guided fishing trip. Referred by another...
Looking Into the Crystal Ball
Sometimes deciding on a topic proves to be a challenge for me. I pondered several topics for this issue then...
Pluggin’ Away!
Spending the better part of the last eight months drift-fishing with soft plastics was fun. Now the weather is changing...
Putting a Solid Game Plan Together
I'm an avid sports fan especially during football season. As a matter of fact my priorities can become a little...
Lagniappe
Sunrises on the eastern horizon are a sight to behold. The early morning musty smell of the marsh brings me...
Fishing Blind and Praying for the Best
"So, Captain Steve, why did you choose this area?""Well, there's been a school of trout holding here and popping lots...
Fresh Water Inundation - Tricks, Tips, and Thoughts to Ponder
For the last five years or so we've all been praying for rain but, La Nia had other things in...
Coping with Crowds
There is a laundry list of
variables that help determine our success on the water; location, wind, tides,
skill level,...
The Time is Now for Open-Water Redfish!
On our way in, crossing the open bay, I noticed some large terns and seagulls hovering, spinning and diving over...
Gulf Coast Kitchen
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Recipe of the month
Texas Chrome Outdoors Seafood Pasta
Many thanks to Capt. Joey Smith for sharing this delicious recipe. It’s quick and easy as can be, and sure...