Texas Saltwater Fishing News

Port Mansfield 8/26-27 NO PICS--It has been such a slow year I haven't bothered to carry a camera.I finally had a trip worth posting--it has been a tough year for me in PM. We got out early Sun morning and started off fishing in 2' of water and had a pretty...

Re: New to Mission Welcome to the best fishing destination in the world!--literallyKayaking is a very popular option rather than simply walking in.  Academy has some very reasonably priced kayaks in the 300 to 500 dollar range.However, if you want to walk-in....take...

Re: New to Wading Rey, try using Gulp shrimptails. These puppies are as good as live shrimp. Start with "new penny" on a 1/8 oz. jighead. Just throw that thing out there and bring it in slowly but...

Re: This makes me want to puke.... This is truly scary.  Brandon, what is the latest, are any of the parties that can help us here even approaching the problem?  And, has the brown tide subsided any down there ....and congrats on your weekly career change....I know...

kayaks hey everybody first time poster here.....well let me get down to the question.  i will be back home in the valley and staying at the "liars lagoon" with my family.  im in military and stationed in virginia so i only get to visit south texas about twice a year,...

spots to wade fish We are fairly new to the area and are in need of a good spot to drive our 4 wheel pickup, park and wade fish for Reds and Trout.  We live in Mission and just want to be able to get in the vehicle with our equipment in tow on a weekend morning and do...

Wind...Wind...Wind -- March 19, 2008 We continue to catch 25 inch plus trout, but with Spring Break on us look for the traffic to move the larger trout from the shorelines and out a little deeper. Returning last Wed. I was able to get in 4 days on the water before the...

Re: hows the bite/// Captain Brandon.. sorry for not reporting back sooner! but the fishing that day was alright...I caught alot of DINK trout and couldnt seem to find many keepers... oh well! the next day I headed back up and fished Baffin with a buddy of mine! three...

Re: New to boating/ fishing in South Texas Newbie,We will be glad to help out and maybe even catch a few fish.  In the interim, get a Hot Spot map, available at any Academy, and familiarize yourself with the general layout of the bay.  Give me a call, or the lodge. ...

Re: New to boating/ fishing in South Texas Thanks for the response. What  is a good day/time to call? 

Re: need flounder tips/location EsfloresIf I had to catch a flounder!!! I would start along the ICW just north of Payton’s Shack and fish both the east and west sides. Anchor right along the drop and cast a ¼ oz jig head with a red and white tailed soft plastic into...

Re: Stormy tournament? Been geeking on radar sites today. Looks like you guys are gettin' it handed to you right now.When you get some computer time give us a heads up.

Re: WE"RE BACKKKKKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!! Dear Bruce and Shirley:So glad to hear that you are back in operation - and on my birthday, too (Sept. 22).  Looking forward to seeing Shirley's new decorations when we come for Sally's retreat in November. You have been...

Great Photo Essay, Salt Water Sportsman Mag. Folks who know and follow our operation know we very seldom boast about articles or TV Shows we are featured in, but once in a while an event creates a great item of interest. I have attached a link to a photo essay by Capt...

Re: Next Women's Retreat Perfect CatchWe will be posting our 2009 schedule with in the next few days. Please watch our site for these details. We thank you for your interest in our facility and events. Look forward to meeting you. LaterBruce

Re: Being a Guide AdamBeing a part time guide will be as productive as your ability to be an effective marketer, teacher,conservationist,fisherman and people person!. As far as competiton amongst local guides the same goes for them. Just being a good fisherman does...

Re: worms!? ChasinTailThe wind fans look like they started 1 month early this year. Just plain BLOWING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The fishing has been above average on quality but the warm waters have the big ones scarce. We have caught a number up to 29 but their overall...

Re: Tackle... Storage I looked online and found that Cabela's makes a line of softsides called "Storm Proof Bags". Anyone know anything about them? They sound good, and it's an excuse to go to Cabela's anyway!Larry, I doubt if I can make a March trip -...