Fish and the Moon

Expert fishermen understand the influence of the moon on fish.  Scientifically speaking, it is a fact that the gravitational pull from the moon is the greatest influence on tidal activity that can be found in the oceans.  Since the water fluxuates on a daily basis,...
Keeping Waterways Environmentally Friendly

Keeping Waterways Environmentally Friendly

With over 22 million registered recreational boaters, simple day-to-day changes in how we operate and maintain our vessels will go a long way in protecting our valuable water resources. Take the first step, and learn more about easy things you can do to be an...
Seamanship

Seamanship

Qualified operation of a vessel equals seamanship. Tying knots and slicing lines – how good are you at this?  Can you rig heavy weather lifelines?  If you have a boat, do you know what equipment is needed to safely operate your boat?  The skipper needs to have...

Spooky Night on the Water

Halloween on your boat can be tons of fun.  In Texas, it could possibly still be quite warm.  However, in many areas of Texas and other more northern parts of the country, the weather will most likely be cool, crisp with plenty of bright stars.  What a great time to...

A Different Angle for Anglers

Texas saltwater anglers generally limit their fishing to two or three different species at the most. The top two favorites are redfish and speckled trout. Some anglers do enjoy fishing for flounder, as well. Other saltwater species are viewed as bothersome to most...