Mitchell is a 9th generation Texan raised between the rolling hills of West Texas and the beautiful Gulf of Mexico. Growing up in a family comprised mainly of sportsmen and outfitters, he spent 16 years as a fly fishing guide and fly-tying instructor, as well as 12 years as a hunting guide. Currently he sits on the board of the Terk Foundation and has found new passion for helping wounded combat veterans find and heal in the great outdoors.
Lets talk snakes! Specifically, the Texas Blue Indigo! Recently I came across a Texas Blue Indigo snake on my ranch. After posting a few photos and a short video, my message box was inundate with questions about the stunning specimen. It didn’t take long to realize...
Crane Legs for dinner? Why not? Called the “ribeye in the sky”, Sandhill Crane taste more like a fine tenderloin steak than any bird. The red, flavor packed breasts are sought after by wild game enthusiasts across the nation. But few take the time to properly prepare...
Huisache is a prolific native Texas deciduous Tree and, for those of us who hunt in South Texas, it's a blessing in a thorny hat! Huisache is a native acacia tree that evolved to survive in our harsh Texas climate. Extreme heat tolerances, minimal water requirements,...
I saw my first snook in early July of 2004. I remember that night vividly. Until the moment that iconic stripe broke the surface, I thought I had caught every land-based gamefish on the Texas coast. This Texas snook fishing introduction marked the beginning of an...
Speckled trout are one of the quintessential sport fish of Texas. When you think about fishing the Texas bays its Speckled Trout and Red Drum that come to mind. The Texas slam? Red Drum, Flounder and Speckled Trout. The number one fish targeted by recreational...
Just 65 miles south of San Antonio, TX lies Choke Canyon Reservoir. This man-made reservoir, which provides water for Corpus Christi and surrounding areas, was completed in 1982. It has since become known across Texas as the home of the Dinosaurs. If you talk to...
COVID-19 has been tough on all of us. If you are anything like me these extended lockups have taken a toll on your sanity and peace of mind. I have found it more important than ever to get out and do some fishing when I can scrounge up a little free time. In the...