Texas Blue-Ribbon Fly-Fishing by Danny Hicks
Texas reservoirs are famous for their big bass and sunfish; Texas Hill Country hosts spring-fed streams; on the vast Texas flats you can stalk red drum, seatrout, founder and more; in Texas’ surf you will find tarpon, snook, jack crevalle; and beyond the surfline you can target tuna, sharks, barracuda, billfish, and many other species that live in the Gulf of Mexico.
Texas Blue-Ribbon Fly-Fishing is a comprehensive guide to fly-fishing the state’s fresh and salt waters. Covering the seven regions in Texas, Hicks discusses fresh- and saltwater fish species; the waters you’ll find within each region; coastal history; Texas weather; dangers such as flash floods, snakes, alligators, scorpions, fire ants; and the most productive flies for fishing Texas; varied waters. Everything’s bigger.
Key Features
| Region Covered | Fishing Species |
|---|---|
| Seven Texas regions | Bass, sunfish, red drum, seatrout, tarpon, snook, jack crevalle, tuna, sharks, barracuda, billfish |
| Water Types | Freshwater reservoirs, spring-fed streams, Texas flats, coastal surf, Gulf of Mexico waters |
| Additional Content | Coastal history, Texas weather, environmental dangers, recommended flies |
FAQ
What types of fish can be found in Texas waters according to this guide?
The guide covers a wide range of species including bass, sunfish, red drum, seatrout, founder, tarpon, snook, jack crevalle, tuna, sharks, barracuda, and billfish.
Does the book include information on fishing techniques and recommended flies?
Yes, the book discusses the most productive flies for fishing Texas and provides insights into effective techniques for each region.
Are safety concerns like alligators or fire ants addressed in the book?
Yes, the guide mentions dangers such as flash floods, snakes, alligators, scorpions, and fire ants that anglers may encounter in Texas waters.
Liam White –
This book is an excellent resource for both beginners and experienced fly-fishers. The detailed coverage of Texas regions and species makes it easy to plan trips. The safety warnings are practical and helpful. I used it to plan a fishing trip to the Hill Country and found the fly recommendations very useful.
Adrian Springer –
Well-organized and informative. The section on weather and regional waters helped me understand what to expect. I especially appreciated the fly suggestions for different conditions. A solid reference for any Texas angler.
Vanessa Clark –
Comprehensive and thorough. Covers everything from species to hazards. The coastal history adds a nice layer of context. I recommend it to anyone planning to fish in Texas, whether in freshwater or saltwater.