Gulf Coast Mariner Magazine

Destination Fishing: Bull Reds in Port Fourchon, LA

Going somewhere new is always a fun, though it can be frustrating and put your skills and knowledge to the test. My wife and I recently spent a day and a half fishing in Southern Louisiana, Port Fourchon, to be specific.

By Capt. Steve Soule

Hosted Trip to South Padre Island

By Capt. Dave Stewart

I spent October in South Padre Island, Texas hosting 3 groups from the Carolinas to fish Laguna Madre waters. This area is beautiful, full of skinny flats with loads of grass that requires new techniques to tackle the huge prey that can hide in it. I solicited the help of several of our D.O.A. Lures guides to show these anglers are and techniques sticking trout, reds, flounder and tarpon.

Mowdy Boats

Premium shallow water boats being handcrafted one at a time in Port Lavaca.

Photography and interview by Kelly Groce

The Come and Take It Tournament: Fishing, Camaraderie and Fundraising

On October 17-18, 2019 anglers fished the Come and Take It Tournament in Port O’Connor, Texas. This great tournament reflects The United Way of Greater Houston’s goal of engaging caring people to improve lives and build a stronger community all while having fun and fishing.

By Kelly Groce

Buggy Whippin: Galveston sight casting with Capt. Clay Sheward

The water is still and so am I. The redfish swims along a flat, that is painted with a palette of green sea grass and dull colored sand, unaware of our presence. On the bow of Capt. Clay Sheward’s skiff, I feel more like a hunter in a tree rather than a fisherman.

By Brandon Rowan

Late Fall Galveston Bay Fishing

This November and December, Galveston Bay Fishing will return to a near normal weather pattern and we will end the year with some great fishing and catches.

By Capt. David Dillman

Galveston Live Shrimp Shortage

What does the future hold for this valuable resource?  Will we have sufficient supplies for future generations? What will the cost be for Gulf Coast anglers?

By Capt. Joe Kent

TIE ONE ON: Capt. Wayne Davis

WE ASK captains, guides and those in the industry what they’re throwing, for what species and what they’re drinking after a long day of fishing.

Viking Unveils Valhalla Line of Center Consoles

From the brilliant and innovative minds and builders of Viking Yachts, the new and exhilarating Viking Valhalla is here

Remembering Capt. Aubrey Black

On October 3, 2019 the fishing community unexpectedly lost one of the great ones, Capt. Aubrey Black of Baffin Bay Rod and Gun.

Experience New Adventure with JetSurf

Think personal watercraft crossed with a wakeboard, add a hint of dirt-slinging and an engine-buzzing motorbike; that’s JetSurf. You have got to give it a try!

Texas Ceviche Recipe

This ceviche recipe uses lemon drop peppers, which have a citrusy and peach-like flavor that perfectly pairs with seafood.

By Brandon Rowan

Honda Marine Announces New Agreement with SanJuanYachts Company to be Exclusive OEM Outboard Supplier

Founded in 1998, SanJuanYachts is a luxury yacht company that embraces the simple vision of redefining the motor yacht, priding itself on singular customer focus in the crafting and high-performance engineering of 30-48-foot vessels.

Making Dreams Come True

Eric Simmons of ES Custom Boats and Simmons Custom Rigging builds dream boats one hull at a time

By Brandon Rowan

Catch and Release Tips

I’ve spent a lot of years fishing primarily catch and release and have learned a lot about how to make sure fish survive and swim away healthy.

By Capt. Steve Soule

Fins & Feathers

Marbled skies of fall color hold waves of waterfowl, and hover over some of the best bay fishing in the world. Here in Texas we are blessed to enjoy the harvest basket of winter sports. Combining fins and feathers brings days of duck hunting and fishing together. This winter come experience hunting and fishing the right way; cast and blast Texas style!

By Capt. Joey Farah

Meet Wildlife Artist Leslie McDonald, Jr.

Born in Victoria, Texas Leslie McDoanld,Jr. has been painting wildlife art for over 33 years.

By Kelly Groce