Tejas Angler Podcast

Have you ever wondered if a particular stream is legal for you to fish?  In this episode I visit with Aaron Reed, author of the soon to be released Fly Fishing Austin & Central Texas.  During our visit we discuss stream access, outdoor writing, do it yourself fly fishing and what you can do to get involved in protecting our access to public streams.  For more information on Aaron and his pursuits, follow the links below. www.flyfishingaustin.thelocalangler.com www.Bluecollarflyfishing.com On Facebook - Aaron.Reed.Author Email - aaron@bluecollarflyfishing.com Texas Streams Coalition Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/groups/txstreams/?epa=SEARCH_BOX Instagram - @texasaaron The best resource for information regarding Texas Stream Navigability can be found on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Website here - https://tpwd.texas.gov/publications/nonpwdpubs/water_issues/rivers/navigation/riddell/index.phtml

In this episode I sit down with Aquatic Ecologist, Brad Littrell, from Bio West.  Brad provides a unique perspective on fishing with his scientific background.  We discuss a wide range of topics including shocking fish, white bass and why one person can get skunked while their buddy cleans up, using the exact same bait………in the same location (I’m that guy). You can reach out to Brad with any questions at Brad.Littrell@gmail.com. You can also learn more about the work he does at www.bio-west.com

In this episode, I visit with kayak bass tournament angler, Steve Gray, about the world of kayak bass fishing in Central Texas.  We discuss tournaments, equipment, kayaks and even kayak safety.  Let us hear your feedback – tejasangler@gmail.com   Some of the pages mentioned in this episode are listed below: Team Krotejagers - https://www.facebook.com/teamkrotejagers/ Thursday Night Tournaments - https://www.facebook.com/groups/thursdaynighttournaments/ KATS Texas - https://www.facebook.com/groups/942470465849363/

In this episode, I visit with long-time friend and fishing partner, Robby Abel.  We discuss our year of fishing, and our plans for fishing over the winter.  Although it wasn't mentioned in the podcast, Robby is the one who pushed me to create the Tejas Angler podcast and he will be a regular contributor in future episodes.  Robby currently has a Facebook page that chronicles his own fishing and hunting exploits.  It's called Right Lines Fishing and Outdoors which you can find here - https://www.facebook.com/RightLinesFishingandOutdoors/. As a side note, posting of this episode was delayed significantly because of issues with the website, likely caused by Russian hackers -  Not Kidding.  The website is still not running correctly, but I hope to have it back to normal soon.  I also hope to post future episodes with more frequency. In this episode, Robby mentions several different fishing guides that he has used in the last year.  You can find a list of those guides and links to their online sites here: www.voodoofishingcharters.com/ https://www.veniceoutdoors.com/ Capt. Stan Sloan - www.fishfcc.com/ Anthony Deleon - https://www.facebook.com/anthony.deleon.35977 Darrell Nowlain - https://www.centraltexasstriper.com/    

In this episode we discuss the role of TPWD regulating the new red snapper regulations under the state's exempted fishing permit (EFP).  We also discuss the health of the bay system as it relates to other species that call the Texas coast home.

In episode 2 of the Tejas Angler Podcast, I visit with the Program Lead of Project Healing Waters of San Marcos, Mike Schlimgen and assistant program lead, Erik Larsen. We recorded this episode in Mike’s man cave, which is a shrine to fishing and military service. Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing, Inc. is dedicated to the physical and emotional rehabilitation of disabled active military service personnel and disabled veterans through fly fishing and associated activities including education and outings. We have a very active chapter in the San Marcos area that serves over 100 new veterans every year. You can contact a Project Healing Waters chapter in your area by visiting the national website at www.projecthealingwaters.org If you or someone you know would like to participate as a veteran, helper, supporter or donor, you can reach out to Mike and Erik via facebook messenger at https://www.facebook.com/PHWFFSanAntonioSanMarcos/ Or via email at Mike at mschlimgen50@gmail.com Or Erik at ejlars21@hotmail.com

  Welcome to the Tejas Angler Podcast. On the first Episode, I visit with Texas Parks and Wildlife Area Chief, Vincent Lecca, where we discuss the importance of teaching kids to fish. If you would like to reach out to Vincent, please instant message through his facebook page here – https://www.facebook.com/OutdoorEducation101/ www.linecutterz.com Also, since this recording, Bass Pro Shops and Cabelas has announced an initiative to donate more than 50,000 rods and reels in an effort to get kids outside this summer. A special ceremony is being held at Cabelas in Buda on Thursday, June 7th at 10:00am, to kick off this event. Our guest Vincent Lecca will be there to receive donated rods for his Buda Fun Fish event this Saturday. You can read the press release  here.