Steve Hillman

Steve Hillman

2024 Recap – New Era…New Approach

My three clients and I idled away from the marina just before dawn. It was a crisp late November morning,...

Have a plan; but be willing to change it!

As a professional fishing guide I don’t have the luxury of going fishing when all of the stars align. If...

Focus Areas & Tips for Fall Fishing

As big as the Galveston Bay Complex is it tends to fish somewhat small at times. All summer I seem...

The Old School Edge

In a fishing world loaded with technological advancements designed to give us a superior edge when it comes to finding...

“Weather” We Like It or Not

NOAA’s National Weather Service forecasters said to expect a very turbulent tropical weather season in 2024, going so far as...

Is It Worth the Cost?

When I was very young I would go fishing with my dad and his friend, Gary Heckendorn, in their 1976...

Sweet Spots Within Spots

I fished tournaments on and off for years. I sometimes not only miss the competition but also the camaraderie and...

Trout Progressions

A buddy of mine called one morning recently as I was driving to the marina. After about 30 seconds of...

It’s Time to Gear Up!

I’ve always mentioned select items when the opportunity presented itself within the context of my stories but I’ve never actually...

Adjusting on the Fly

As I type this article I’m currently in Flippin, Arkansas with three of my long-time clients and good friends from...

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