So Texas Outdoors

In this episode, my good friends from the Salty Yak outdoors podcast, Cary Beason (host) and his crew talk about what we do as archers in the off season to help prepare for hunting season.  Many of us have taken up shooting in competative 3D archery shoots, which is both something fun and at the same help prepare for the upcoming archery season.  Cary and his crew recap, TAC and the R100, and I ta...

I this episode, I sit down with my great friends, Cary Beason (Salty Yak Outdoors Podcast) and Orlando Valdivia as we recap our 24 mile hike in 24 hours challenge, which was part of our on going Exo Experience Challenge.  You will hear us talk about the challenges we had to overcome and it definetly tested us both physically as well as mentally.  At the end of it, we did suceed and I beleive this...

In this episode Manny and I take deep dive into taking kids fishing. As men who like to fish, when we become fahters, I think we all dream about taking our kids fishing. We talk about tips for taking kids fishing. You need to have a different mindset, goals, and stategy.  And of course alot of patience:) Manny shares some great ideas on how to your next fishing outing with the kids fun.  If you're...

This episode is antoher colaboration with my good friend Cary Beason, host of the Salty Yak Outdoors podcast. We accepted a unique challenge organized by EXO Mountain Gear.  The challange lasts from March thru July and the goal is to motive, inspire and of course challenge anyone who is looking into hunting out west this coming fall. The challenge is designed to get us ready for hutning in the mou...

This episode is a colloaboration podcast with Cary Beason from the Salty Yak Outdoors Podcast.  I finally made it out to thier annual Matagorda Island Kayak Trip.  A 9 mile kayay trip from Port O'Conner. It was not easy but it was fun.  We had great weather and good times with good friends. You can find the Salty Yak Outdoors podcast on your favorite podcast platform. You can listen to So Texas Ou...

In this episode, Manny and I talk about the unwritten rules of fishing on the bay.   What's the proper distance to fish next to someone else? Or how far do you go around wade fishermen with your boat?   I'm sure we've all seen the guy who ruins the bite for someone else or that jerk that just doesn't care and creates wakes with his boat thinking the bay belongs to him and he can pull up and start...

It's that time of year in South Texas, where we are phasing out of "hunting" season and time to gear up to hit the water. In this episode Manny and I talk about good practices for gun cleaning and storage for the off season.  Then we get into some tips for getting boats, reals, lures and other fishing gear ready for the water.  We also go down some rabbit holes but all in all I think its a good co...

If you have ever wondered what it's like to go on a top notch fully outfitted South Texas quail hunt, then this is the episode for you. This is Manny's specialty and we get into the whole experience of hunting quail in the South TX brush country with bird dogs, quail hunting rigs, drivers, and outriders.  We go in depth as to what to expect on a hunt like this and how the dogs work and how sometim...

In this episode, Manny and I recap our deer season, although we go off a few tangents we get into discussing the methods typically used here in deep South Texas, and calibers of choice for whitetail, I describe my rut-fest rattling experience where I rattled in 4 different bucks and was lucky enough to arrow an 8 pointer at 18 yards.     We also discuss struggles of bow hunting in South Texas and...

We were lucky enough to draw a deer/exotic archery hunt once again at Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge in deep South Texas.  Only half the crew this time, but we still had a great time chasing the target species of Nilgai antelope.  This is the recap of the trials and tribulations of this adventure.  It is not easy to get within bow range of these free range animals. If you ever want to tr...

In this episode we talk about a topic that probably doesn't get talked about enough, Safety.  Specifically, being safe while hunting.  Since most hunting is done with firearms, it goes without saying that firearm safety is a must and probably taken for granted that we (hunters) all know gun safety and respect firearms, but yet there are about 1000 hunting related accidents annually in the US and a...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into hunting optics, primarily rifle scopes and binoculars. We both share what we grew up using to what we use today. Manny shares his knowledge of the multitude of rifle and scope combinations he's used in the past and today. He also shares some cool stories involving optics.  If you're looking an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., Contact Manny Per...

This is part two of our 2025 elk hunt recap.  In this episode we recap the final days of the trip, including the decision to pack out and call the hunt over. We describe the final pack out to the truck, our favorite gear and lessons learned. Then Noe and Robbie fill us in on thier New Mexico private land hunt.  Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website...

In this episode I am back in Colorado for another archery elk hunt, with my cousin Noe and crew.  He was the tag holder and I was designated caller, Luis and Robbie were there for the adventure of it all.  Listen in as we hit the moutains in search of a bull elk, and give a pre-hunt thoughts and expectations then we record in the backcountry a few days later for a recap of the first 4 days of hunt...

In this episode, Manny and I talk about the differences and the struggles of being an outfitter vs a guide.   Manny shares his wealth of knowledge with his 30+ years of experience as a guide and an outfitter.   We talk about what can go wrong as well as when things go well and the struggles of dificult clients.  Also dive a little bit on how things have changed over the years with the world of out...

Ep 109 In this episode, Manny and I recap the 2025 summer fishing season. Manny is recently retired and is no guiding and outfitting full time now.   I also had the privilege of fishing with him a few times this summer and we recap outings some of the lessons I learned while fishing with him and one in particular day that seem we just weren't meant to get to the water early.   If your looking an o...

In this episode, Manny and I take a deep dive into South TX Dove hunting, time shared tradition for many so many hunters across the State.   We talk about everything from why its so much fun, a great way to get someone into hunting, setup strategies, keeping your dog safe while on the hunt, and of course shotgun and shot size recommendations. If you're looking for an outdoor adventure with Coastal...

In this episode, I recap some of my adventures I experienced on my recent family vacation to Australia, the land down under!    We traveled to Sydney, Australia, then to Cairns, Australia, and then wrapped it up at Katoomba, Australia.   We did several outdoor adventures and tours throughout our trip, seeing Kangaroos, wombats, wallabies, fruit bats (flying fox), crocodiles, and even the elusive p...

In this episode, Manny and I talk about finding fish in the lower Laguna Madre coastal water system.   Where to look for fish, from guts, grass flats, dop offs, slicks, oyster reefs, and of course working birds.   Listen in as we take a deep dive into many of the tricks of the trade, Maybe nothing new for most, but we shorten the learning curve for some, either way, definitely worth a listen wheth...

In this episode Manny and I talk about   fishing line. We discuss the core 3 types, monofilament, braid, and fluorocarbon and the pros and cons of each.  We talk about recommendations on pound test, the advantages and disadvantages of light versus heavy. We also get into leaders a little bit and even discuss what causes wind knots. If your looking an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., C...

I really would like to buy a boat someday, but really dont know much about them or about buying a boat. So in this episode, we talk about buying a boat, buying used vs new, what to look for in a boat, design, cost, and maintenance.  If you think you're ready to buy boat, give this episode a listen. Listen in as Manny provides some great advise for buying your first boat. If you're looking for your...

In this episode, we talk with Tejano Outdoors, a couple of young guys who in my opinion capture the essence and the spirit of South Texas outdoors through their short form video content. They both love the outdoors, with one being raised in it and the other who started much later. Join us as we ask Erich and Luis how they got started in the outdoors and how they decided to share their passion with...

Ep 101 2025 TAC San Antonio Recap In this episode, I am on location with my good friend Cary Beason, from the Salty Yak Outdoors Podcast and this is our annual recap of the Total Archery Challenge (TAC) Event in San Antonio, TX.    Enjoy as we recap 2 days of archery 3D shooting, with great shots and not so great shots.  We also talk about new gear we used and me shooting with a loaner bow. Join u...

Ep 100!   100 Episodes of So TX Outdoors Wow!   We made it to Episode 100!    In this episode, Manny and I talk about some our more popular episodes based on the analytics reported.   We play a few clips and offer some additional comments on those episodes.    We also share some stats and give some shoutouts to past guests and listeners.   We can't thank you, the listener, enough, without you, we...

In this episode, we recap Manny's recent predator tournaments, one in which he and his team took home Grand Champions.   This was his dream for a long time and all the hard work has finally paid off.     We talk about preparation, strategy, setups and weapons of choice.   Then of course, we get into the recaps of the hunts. If your looking an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., Contact M...