over 40 years of fishing the south texas coast

A compilation of bay fishing experience over the last 40 years. Captain Chip Harmon has compiled a series of stories and experiences to help the reader better enjoy their fishing experience and the bays of South Texas. The tips offered here are intended as a "guide" and like most things is not all encompassing. Fishing can be quite expensive and the tips here can definitely reduce those costs while efficiently increasing your enjoyment as well. These are observations and ideas gained in over 40 years with the majority of those being a professional guide and tournament angler. These strategies and ideas are the ones that many of the premier guides in Texas use on a daily basis and are intended to help the reader catch more and bigger fish on a regular basis. The book is also intended to educate the reader in the right and wrong of conserving our resource and insuring safety and fun on every outing. In keeping with the desire of conservation and giving back, ＄1.50 of each of these books sold will be donated to CCA Texas. As opposed to a pure "how-to" format, Capt. Chip has inserted humor and reality in as often as possible. Keep in mind that as with most sports the keys to success are knowledge, discipline, practice, and observation. The most important attributes to fishing is the ability to keep an open-mind and make adjustments. Remember to HAVE FUN. For more information about Capt. Chip, fishing the South Texas coast, or a guided trip, e-mail captainpescador@aol.com.

Captain Chip has been a fishing and hunting guide for over 35 years throughout Texas and Mexico. He caught his first fish some 47 years ago at age three and has been hooked ever since. He has fished numerous fresh and saltwater tournaments over the years. He served our country as a Federal Agent and Law Enforcement Officer and was the first captain to operate a patrol boat in the Rio Grande River. He has captained and operated all types of vessels throughout his career. Since returning full-time to his passion for guiding and fishing, he writes articles and reports for a variety of periodicals as well as working as a new boat Delivery Captain and instructional fishing guide in South Texas. He is a proud member of CCA, SEA, and other conservation organizations and constantly promotes the responsible use of our natural resources.