![About the July 2018 Cover](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/cover-1-470x140.jpg)
They are called “kings” for a reason. They are a primary staple for nearshore and offshore anglers fishing Gulf waters. Smaller sized king mackerel are…
![The Love of Brush](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/matt-1-470x140.jpg)
Once the bait shows up, predators like crappie and bass won’t be far behind. Story and Photography by Matt Williams If fish could talk, there…
![Heating Up on Texas’ Upper Coast](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/nate-1-470x140.jpg)
Mid summer patterns present anglers with a variety of options in multiple bay systems. Story and Photography by Nate Skinner July is here and so…
![A Lot to Offer Offshore](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/sloan-1-470x140.jpg)
Texas’ Gulf waters offer diverse structure to fish teeming with a variety of pelagic species. Story and Photography By Robert Sloan On the horizon we…
![Coastal Bend Bounces Back](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/danno-1-470x140.jpg)
Summer through fall is the time to enjoy all this resilient area has to offer. Story and Photography by Danno Wise Padding of paws across…
![PRECIOUS WATER](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/zaig-470x140.jpg)
Without it, we wouldn’t have any wildlife to manage, hunt or enjoy. Story and Photography by Bob Zaiglin There is something especially unique about water,…
![Top 5 Heat Hacks to Stay Safe at Texas State Parks This Summer](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/01-TOJ-notebook.jpg)
AUSTIN— With temperatures soaring into the triple-digits, it’s important to make sure you have the essentials before hitting the trails at a Texas State Park….
![Indian Lodge Open for Reservations After Extensive Renovations](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/01-TOJ-notebook.jpg)
FT. DAVIS— Indian Lodge at Davis Mountains State Park is reopening its doors after months of extensive renovations to more than 35 guest rooms. Exterior…
![Franklin Mountains State Park Breaks Ground on New Visitor Center](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/01-TOJ-notebook.jpg)
EL PASO—Today, Franklin Mountains State Park is breaking ground on the new park visitor center, kicking off the start of construction for the first facility…
![TPWD Launches Online Survey to Explore Opinions on Alligator Gar](https://texasoutdoorsjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/01-TOJ-notebook.jpg)
TPWD Urging Anglers, Non-Anglers to Participate in Brief Alligator Gar Survey AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is asking anglers and non-anglers…