My father-in-law, Captain Jack, had invited me to go fishing today for some red fish in his super secret spot and I was excited to get back on the water. Of all the saltwater inshore fish, red fish (or red drum) are some of the most prized for their size, fight, and flaky fillets.
Tag Archives: Texas
Chasing Turkeys One Last Time
We finally made it out to the ranch for the final days of spring turkey season in South Texas! There was one caveat, though; for the first half of the weekend, I would also be performing 45 minutes away in a ballet production!
Texas Spring Thunder: The Beginning of Two New Passions
Nearly a year ago, I was encouraged by some friends online to try videoing my outdoors adventures to share on YouTube; after a couple of tentative attempts, I finally decided to go all-in.
The Spike that Won the Buckmaster
Once upon a time, there was a family that passed the tradition from generation to generation. This admiration quickly inspired a new tradition for the family in 1993: the Buckmaster Competition.
Gnarles Barkley and the Hot Shot
There’s nothing better than knowing you’ve got meat for the freezer and memories forever.
Bow Hunting Part 2: the TenPoint Spike
As we walked out to the Green Stand in the quiet morning hours, I felt different. Hopeful. Maybe even certain that things would be different today.
Danielle Prewett’s Tequila Turkey Tacos
Danielle Prewett’s Tequila Turkey Tacos have been on the docket for a long time, and this weekend, we decided to give them a try.
Venison Shank Osso Buco
Another highlight of hosting my sister and her boyfriend over Labor Day weekend was introducing them to venison with one of our favorite recipes; venison shank osso buco!
Spinning Reels Vs Baitcasters: Which One?
s fishing with a baitcaster the end-all, be-all of inshore fishing? Nope. But it can be a major game-changer when it comes to hooking and landing bigger fish.
El Chupacabra de Goliad
Imagine our surprise when this strange picture popped up on the trail camera on our next trip to the family ranch! That’s just not something you see every day.
Jess and the Outdoors 