South Padre Fishing Scene

South Padre: July 2012

Finally the wind has begun to diminish from the constant 30-35 mph and we can once again locate concentrations of...

South Padre: June 2012

It has been a busy spring with all sorts of events, travels and fishing adventures. Currently, I can describe our...

South Padre: May 2012

I just peaked outside and the tree branches are bending almost to the ground. Even though we have been fairly...

South Padre: April 2012

Many wonder who is the best fisherman on the water today. Without a doubt, I cast my vote for the...

South Padre: March 2012

Sitting here to write this article I am suddenly gloomy realizing the cooler weather is now behind us for another...

South Padre: February 2012

February is the coldest fishing month here on the Lower Laguna and unpredictable weather can catch you out in the...

South Padre: January 2012

As 2011 departs I would rate it as very good, not necessarily a record-setter in all categories, but a good...

South Padre: December 2011

The title of one of my favorite western movies, The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, is the perfect lead...

South Padre: November 2011

Other than a few scattered tough days, the fishing in the Lower Laguna has been very good, and this gives...

South Padre: October 2011

October is known to bring lots of changes to the fishing patterns here in the Lower Laguna Madre. Having said...

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