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• Texas Bass Fishing Tips

  Fishing for bass in Texas involves many of the same techniques, equipment and considerations as fishing for bass in other parts of the United States. What sets Texas bass fishing apart are the abundance of large lakes and reservoirs an… read more

• The Best Lures for Fishing the Texas Gulf

  Year-round fisherman migrate to the Texas Gulf to fish for big trout and experience the adrenaline of shallow water red fish strikes. For the last 20 plus years, Captain Joe Mendez has been leading light tackle adventures out of Corpu… read more

• Tips for Bass Fishing In Texas

  The state of Texas presents some outstanding opportunities for bass fishing. An abundance of deep lakes, warm weather and an ample food supply help to produce large bass which can be well over the 10 lb. mark. Fishing for bass is enjoy… read more

• Tips on Fishing a Texas Rig Worm

  A Texas rigged worm is a fishing lure technique in which a plastic worm is made "weedless" by the angler in order to fish in places where it might normally become snagged. The hook is inserted into the top of the worm and then pulled t… read more

• How to Make a Texas Rig Fishing Line

  Anglers faced with trying to get a plastic worm through cover such as heavy grass, weeds, lily pads or brush do have a viable option. Making the rig "weedless" with a Texas rig fishing line will help prevent a snagged hook. read more

• Best Bass Fishing Lakes in Texas

  Anglers can find other states that have many more bodies of freshwater, but it's hard to find a state that has so many good lakes for bass fishing as does Texas. Anglers who target bass in the waters of Texas have a shot at catching a… read more

• Texas Salt Water Fishing Regulations

  Salt water fishing is a popular form of fishing in the state of Texas. This is mainly due to the larger size of the catchable fish in the ocean verses the lakes within the state. However, like most other states that have an ocean coast… read more

• How to Tie a Texas Rig for Small Mouth Fishing

  The smallmouth bass angler needs to have the ability to deliver her plastic lures into areas full of such structure as boulders and downed trees. Fishing a typical rig in these scenarios can be problematic, as the point of the hook wil… read more

• How to Fish in Texas Rivers

  Made up of 15 major rivers, Texas consists of 41 major waterways including clear, fast-flowing hill country streams to turbid, slow-moving bayous. Not all waterways in Texas allow public access for fishing, as many riverbank areas are… read more

• Places to Go Fishing in Texas

  Anglers and boaters visiting Texas will not be at a loss when it comes to finding a place to go fishing. With the state's many rivers, lakes and reservoirs, anglers have many opportunities to cast their lines into a body of freshwater.… read more

• The Best Fishing Lakes in Texas

  With 4,959 square miles of inland water, Texas ranks as one of the best fishing destinations in the country. The state has about 6,736 reservoirs providing excellent fishing for diverse species. Largemouth bass is one of the most popul… read more

• The Best Catfish Bait for Texas River Fishing

  Catfish are known for the prominent whisker-like organs near their mouth called barbels. It is a diverse group of fish that ranges from tiny to enormous in size. Texas freshwater river species include blue, channel and flathead catfish… read more

• 10 Best Crappie Fishing Lakes in Texas

  There are a lot of highly rated fishing lakes for crappie in Texas. According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, there are 30 that are rated "excellent" for crappie fishing--whether fishing for the white or black variety. Ten… read more

• Texas Camping and Fishing

  Texas offers outdoor enthusiasts plenty of opportunities for fishing and camping. Many rivers, lakes and streams flow through state parks providing campers easy access to water activities. In many Texas state parks, you can cast a line… read more

• How to Fish in a Kayak in Texas

  While you do not need a permit to fish in a kayak in Texas, you do need a basic understanding of the paddling resources available to paddlers throughout the state. Whether you are a solo paddler or part of a group or family, you must u… read more

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