Effects of a Total Solar Eclipse on Galveston Bay
A very rare and spectacular occurrence is upon us, on August 21st, 2017, most of the U.S. will be in the direct path of a total solar eclipse, which hasn’t occurred in almost a century. The last time an eclipse was visible as a partial or total solar eclipse by the entire continental U.S. was on June 8th, 1918. The total eclipse or direct path will go from Salem, Oregon to Charleston, South Carolina. Most of the other states that are not under the direct path of the eclipse will see no less that 50% coverage, or a partial eclipse. Here in Texas, we will see the moon cover over half of the sun, while those in Florida will see about 75% coverage. While this event is no doubt fascinating and a wonder to behold, what does that mean for the Gulf Coast?
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Gulf Coast Mariner Magazine Takes Home 1st Place Heaviest Stringer Guided at the Ladies Casting for Conservation Fishing Tournament for Second Year in a Row
Bob Drisgill of Mangus II Charters was their guide again for this year’s tournament. The beginning of the day started out slow with storms brewing in the distance, but they managed to dodge all the rain. Around 10:30am things changed and they caught trout from 20-25 inches. Colie Blumenshine ended up catching her personal best trout which was 25 inches.
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Houston Open One Design Regatta
All one design sailors mark your calendars for the HOOD Regatta. The Houston Open One Design Regatta is Sept. 23-24 at the Houston Yacht Club. Our sponsors for the 2017 event are Mount Gay Rum, Quantum Sails, Dripping Springs Vodka, Bloody Revolutions, KO Sailing, City of LaPorte and West Marine.
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Women’s Swimwear & Fishing Apparel
Whether you are paddling out to some waves, setting hooks on fish, or just chilling at the beach, these swimsuits and fishing wear will keep you covered.
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High Tide Redfish Hunting
Redfish will meander through the maze of grass patches in areas that are typically dry ground, hunting and eating one small meal at a time. You will see random small explosions followed by periods of inactivity as they move stealthily through the cover.
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Squarebill Crankbaits for Speckled Trout
It’s no secret that squarebill crankbaits produce quality largemouth bass. But how do they fare on speckled trout?
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Hot Summer Galveston Trout
In July, look for the trout action to center around the middle of Galveston Bay.
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Fishing Line: What Type is Best for You
The title of this article was chosen to prompt a discussion about what is available to anglers in the market place today. We will explore some of the more popular types of fishing line and comment on each.
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Ron Hoover RV & Marine: Where Experience Counts
Ron Hoover RV & Marine has parlayed its experience in boat sales to become one of the premier RV and boat dealers in the country.
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San Jacinto College Maritime Technology and Training Center
The San Jacinto College Maritime Technology and Training Center is a world-class facility that is prominently and strategically positioned on the Houston Ship Channel so as to best serve the mariners working in the industry.
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Gulf Bluefin Tuna: From Panama to the Gulf with Patron
Captain Darrell Weigelt of the Patron on his voyage from Costa Rica to Orange Beach, Alabama.
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The Galley: Light Suppers for Hot Weather
The temperatures are warm in the Gulf Coast. In fact it can feel oppressively hot in July. What better dinner options than heavily garlic-seasoned meat, chilled and sliced over a bed of your favorite greens, then lavishly spread with a homemade chutney to complement the meat?
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Rods and Reels for Tuna Popping
Throwing poppers and swimbaits at night can be extremely productive when fishing for yellowfin tuna in the Gulf. Tuna love flying fish and readily come up to the surface to feed....
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The Galley: Red Snapper Two Ways
Red Snapper is in season and colorful, fresh recipes abound. A fun suggestion for foodies is to research several similar recipes and then add your own twist....
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Don’t Let Your Sails Get Burned
Nobody likes getting sunburned, and neither do your sails. What happens when the sun burns your sails?...
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Family, Fun and Friendships: One Hundred Years of Commitment to the Sea
For the last 100 years the Mecca of sailing in the United States is the Gulf Coast of Texas, more specifically Galveston Bay, the third largest boating community in the United States. Galveston Bay ha...
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Going Skinny
Small, 2-3 man skiffs for fishing the skinny water of Texas marshes and backwaters....
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Texas Yellowfin Tuna 101
Night owls rejoice, Texas yellowfin tuna fishing is hot from dusk to dawn. A Quick Guide to Fishing the Floaters. By Brandon Rowan...
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The Importance of Galveston Sea Grass
Back then, I didn’t really realize why this grass was here some years and not others. I did however always know the benefit of the sea grasses and the incredible habitat that it provides for sea lif...
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Flounder Fishing Tips From Flounder Pounder Lures
November is by far the best month for flounder fishing along the upper Texas Coast. It stands out so much that the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department set special rules for that month that include a ...
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