Hill Country News 3160
LOWER COST FOCUS—Baffin Bay
BAFFIN BAY Reported by CAPT. GERAD MERRITT Email Gerad Merritt at GeradMerritt@gmail.com Visit Online: ParadiseGuideServices.com LISTEN: ( 2 Min, 31 Sec) https://fishgame.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Focus-3-LC-Baffin.mp3 In Baffin Bay, there were a few months with wonderful coastal variation in the late winter and early spring. In the last article, we discussed the various components of our stunning sea system.
LOWER COST FOCUS—Lower Laguna Madre
LOWER LAGUNA MADRE Reported by CAPT. BRIAN BARRERA Email Brian Barrera at CaptBrianBFishing@gmail.com Visit Online: InshoreFishingSouthPadre .com LISTEN: ( 2 Min, 52 Sec) https://fishgame.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Focus-3-LC-Lower.mp3 MAY AND JUNE are good, really good, for more than one purpose. Eventually experiencing some consistently warmer climate. With this change and warmer ocean conditions, we can anticipate the bass to
Estimates CENTER: Saltwater – May/June 2024
LOCATION: Christmas/Bastrop BayHOTSPOT: Bastrop Bay ShellGPS: N 29 6.373, W 95 10.447(29.1062, -95.1741) Christmas/Bastrop Bay: Bastrop Bay Shell SPECIES: RedfishBEST BAITS: Spoons, topwaters, mulletSOURCE: Texas Lakes & Bays Fishing AtlasFishGame.com/fishgamegearTIPS: Gold spoons, plastics, Corkies, mullet. LOCATION: Galveston BayHOTSPOT: April Fool ReefGPS: N 29 29.077, W 94 54.773(29.4846 -94.9129) Galveston Bay: April Fool Reef SPECIES: FlounderBEST
In Jim Wells County, Rabbit Disease Was Found
Based on results from the National Wildlife Health Center ( NWHC ) in Madison, Wisc., Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ( TPWD ) has confirmed the presence of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus 2 ( RHDV2 ) in a Jim Wells County black- tailed jackrabbit. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, this state is the
TPWD Seeks Comment On” Bottled Chases” of Mountain Lions
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ( TPWD ) is asking for comments on proposals to implement trapping standards for mountain lions and to end canned hunting until May 22. The wildcat population of mountain lions ranges from Canada to South America, making them comparatively surprising, mysterious, and abundant. Mountain lions can be found throughout
Feral Hog Poisoning: Are Some Using Rat Poison To Illegally Kill Pigs?
In Texas, licensed applicators have been given the green light to use a legitimate toxicant for wild hogs. However, there are tales of individuals using expired rat poison to poison pigs. We speak with a knowledgeable professional on the swine problem to learn more about the risks and ramifications of any person found engaging in
The TX State Record and Forgotten Tales of World Record Flounder
How would you like to find a 13- lb flounder? A gentleman from Groves, TX did that in 1875 and his history still stands here in Texas. What about a 20- kilo? The record-breaking achievement was made in Florida in 1983. We at TF&G did a small digging and discovered the details of these incredible
A Great White Shark’s second-ever lens tag is deployed by AWSC.
The second-ever camera tag for a great white shark off the southeast of the United States has been successfully deployed by the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy ( AWSC ). Megan Winton, an AWSC professor, attached the system to the dorsal fin of a 9-foot sexual white sharks off the South Carolina beach while working with
Breaking Down Jetty Fish
Anglers have a special set of challenges and opportunities when it comes to port fish. Understanding these factors, from fluctuating waves to active currents around jetty structures, is essential for a successful hunting experience. Whether you’re a newbie or experienced angler, mastering port systems requires a blend of knowledge, technique, and agility. Waves play a
Shocking Deer Poaching Massacres
Forty antelope were shot and left to rest. That particular instance frightened experts in animals law enforcement. And so did a second event that had the potential to involve the death and injury of more than 100 antelope. Chester Moore discusses his nine-year investigation into what he has dubbed the young hunting issue in this
How to Use Topwaters Properly For Speckled Fish
Mastering the art of topwater fishing for striped fish requires finesse, timing, and a good understanding of their actions. Here are some vital guidelines, including insights into when, how, and where to fish, along with a comparison of using travelers versus chillies. 1. Knowing Timing: When to Fish Topwaters for Speckled Trout The timing is
Choosing the Best Person for the Job
When people asked me what president I used for light tackle angling years ago, I scoffed and said “none”! The fish do n’t seem to care a thing a thing, and you can tie almost any lure straight to green or blue braid. True, pulling a fish out of the water with hair can be
