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Veteran Galveston Bay anglers catch snook in Chocolate Bayou

Veteran Galveston Bay anglers catch snook in Chocolate Bayou

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • 14 hrs ago
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Fishing continued to be generally on the slow side Sunday and Monday; however, there was some big news on the fishing scene.

History shows Galveston area anglers can expect better fishing post-rodeo

History shows Galveston area anglers can expect better fishing post-rodeo

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 17, 2019
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While anglers are getting more and more frustrated with the poor conditions for fishing, this is nothing new for this time of year.

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Despite fog, anglers sending in good reports on black drum

Despite fog, anglers sending in good reports on black drum

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 16, 2019
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Fog was a big hindrance Saturday, with a few windows of fair visibility popping up during the day. Anglers were fishing closer to shore than usual, with most not wanting to venture too far and get trapped in blinding fog.

Fog to be concern early Sunday but black drum bite is on

Fog to be concern early Sunday but black drum bite is on

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 15, 2019
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Another holiday weekend is upon us and, while it is nice to have the time off, fishing might not be the best activity if catching is more your pleasure than just fishing.

Upcoming black drum tourney, great weekend weather for angling

Upcoming black drum tourney, great weekend weather for angling

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 14, 2019
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Drum anglers, mark your calendars for April 12 and 13, as those are the dates set for this year’s Annual Turning Point Black Drum Tournament.

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Volunteer for crab trap cleanup

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 13, 2019
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It is time again for the annual round-up of abandoned crab traps in Galveston Bay.

Upcoming front sends fish into feeding frenzy
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Upcoming front sends fish into feeding frenzy

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 12, 2019
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Beginning Monday afternoon, another prefrontal bite was on, and apparently, the action lasted until well into the night.

Anglers report good fishing in state waters near Freeport
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Anglers report good fishing in state waters near Freeport

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 11, 2019
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An area close to Galveston that offers good fishing is Freeport over in Brazoria County. We do not receive many reports from anglers fishing the Freeport vicinity, however Monday that changed with a good report from Capt. Mike Segall of Reel Thrill Charters.

Anglers should check boats closely before taking them out
Fishing Report

Anglers should check boats closely before taking them out

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 10, 2019
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It will not be too long before we start seeing sunny days and warmer weather. When those conditions appear, lots of boaters will be on the water, with many making their first trip of the year. Many will experience problems caused by the boat setting up so long.

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Despite poor day for fishing, some reds were biting
Fishing Report

Despite poor day for fishing, some reds were biting

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 9, 2019
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Saturday was not a good day for fishing or let’s say for fishermen to be on the water. While that was the case, it did not stop everyone from fishing and at least one group found the reds biting.

Cold temps, low levels to impact fishing for a few days
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Cold temps, low levels to impact fishing for a few days

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 8, 2019
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Based on how cold it was in Galveston on Friday, I am glad to be here and not much farther north of this area.

This is a good time for sitting by the fire and working on tackle
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This is a good time for sitting by the fire and working on tackle

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 7, 2019
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The cold front we expected blew through Thursday afternoon with a north wind hitting 30 knots. Now, we can sit back and wait for the effects to pass and hopefully start fishing again soon.

Another cold front to move through, but angling should improve soon
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Another cold front to move through, but angling should improve soon

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 6, 2019
  • 0

Another strong cold front is expected to cross the upper Texas coast tonight and bring another siege of winter weather including strong northerly winds.

After poor fishing to start the year, a look ahead
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After poor fishing to start the year, a look ahead

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 5, 2019
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While this year has seen the worst start to fishing for a new year that I can recall, we have to start thinking about what lies ahead rather than dwell on the past.

When water warms, odds increase for better fishing
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When water warms, odds increase for better fishing

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 4, 2019
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There are a number of signs to look for during the spring that could signal good fishing activity.

Entering prime time for Galveston area freshwater fishing
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Entering prime time for Galveston area freshwater fishing

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 3, 2019
  • 1

As we touched upon in an earlier Reel Report, we are entering the time of year when freshwater fishing in Galveston and surrounding counties is in its prime for the year.

Be prepared to see blinding fog for next couple months
Fishing Report

Be prepared to see blinding fog for next couple months

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 2, 2019
  • 4

One thing’s for sure and that is the groundhog could not have seen his shadow here in Galveston on Saturday. Fog was thick and hopefully we will see spring weather early this year.

Window of opportunity for good fishing might happen Sunday
Fishing Report

Window of opportunity for good fishing might happen Sunday

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Feb 1, 2019
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If the ground hog were here in Galveston today, there is a good chance that it would not see his shadow. I hope that would be the situation as we do not need six more weeks of this weather.

Better angling conditions ahead, watch for drum run
Fishing Report

Better angling conditions ahead, watch for drum run

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Jan 31, 2019
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January is finally behind us and personally I am glad it is. Not much took place on the fishing scene that month that was worth bragging about and hopefully February will prove to be a much better month for anglers.

Cold waters, but a warmer easterly wind moving in
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Cold waters, but a warmer easterly wind moving in

  • By CAPT. JOE KENT
  • Jan 30, 2019
  • 0

The water temperature around the Galveston area has been quite cold for several days now. That combined with low water levels following the passage of the latest cold front has anglers guessing as to where the fish are.

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