Nick Basaraba
The Local’s Perspective The Texas fly fishing scene is one of the most unique in the country. The sheer size of Texas means that it has one of the most diverse landscapes of all the southern and western states. Name another state you could be casting five weights to trophy rainbow and brown trout one day and being poled across
Texas Redfish Fly Fishing Few saltwater fisheries can truly offer year-round fishing opportunities. Weather and fish behavior are the major factors that affect success on a trip to the flats. Fly fishing for Texas redfish means that no matter what season, regardless of conditions, there are always feeding fish accessible to fly anglers. This is what makes the Gulf Coast
Picture this: a light, humid breeze ripples across the surface of the water. Soft clouds slowly move across the sky and shine brightly as you stand on the front of a flats skiff. The sun is at your back. You can see every detail of the shallow flat for hundreds of yards. The silence is deafening. No other boat or
The Texas coast offers a wide variety of fishing opportunities. From large seagrass beds to wide-open sand flats, there are miles of water to explore while looking for redfish. Different flies and tactics require different situations and being prepared is crucial. Adapting your setup according to the situation will make all the difference when staring down your eight weight at