South Padre Fishing Scene

South Padre: March 2026 Premium

Again, I want to begin this month by saying if you haven’t read my January and February articles, I would...

South Padre: February 2026

Last month I discussed how I prepare for fishing trips—both the evening before and on the morning of the trip....

South Padre: January 2026

I’m kicking off 2026 by sharing my approach to prepping for a day of fishing. It begins by checking three...

South Padre: December 2025

Fishing offers enjoyment and relaxation, but it also presents challenges that require decisive thinking — and I’m motivated by those...

South Padre: November 2025

I enjoy November for a number of reasons, but mostly because it’s wader time. It's time to break out the...

South Padre: October 2025

I would like to begin by defining the term, higher education. Higher education is traditionally an optional stage of formal...

South Padre: September 2025

Our weather patterns really have me baffled. I can't imagine near constant twenty-five mph winds during July – but it...

South Padre: August 2025

Based on my experience over the years, I would say August is a transitional month.  Actually, I lump August and...

South Padre: July 2025

Are you tired of the wind yet? Don’t be too quick with your answer as we are about to enter...

South Padre: June 2025

Before beginning this article I contacted our local meteorologist for insight into June’s weather. They responded that windy conditions would...

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