5 tips for fishing Galveston in 2019!

Well I decided to start the year off with some basic and beginner tips to improve fishing in 2019. Hope this video helps!
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[@charlesgurnea2004]

Ive got say out of all u tube guys you have taught me more in the last year then ive learn in 20 year you are the number 1 in my book thank u

[@TexasFishingForce]

Love hearing that. Exactly why I do this. Thank you for the support.

[@dieselduane708]

Excellent advice

[@luisl1817]

About to start fishing. Looking forward to getting tio from your vid

[@TexasFishingForce]

Good luck!

[@CatchingwithKyle]

Update it’s 2020 now and you kept your word on the direction you wanted your channel to go! Thanks for all the great content

[@TexasFishingForce]

Thanks for the support. I may have to do a new version. Kinda late in the year though. May have to wait for 2021

[@joysteward8785]

I love Galveston!! We're in Oregon now but from Kentucky. It's really nice to meet you 👍❣

[@TyPigPatrol]

man, you've got Galveston figured out! I head down to fish it at least once a month, and do alright, but those bulls and flounders you catch are huge!

[@TexasFishingForce]

Ty PigPatrol thanks man, I try. I appreciate you watching, thank you!

[@Dro77080]

Ive done a little foshong and not verry good at it but plan to fish a ton more....fishing crabbing oysters...so i look foward to that as a new parent

[@YourNextCast]

Great video. Very honest and great information. As someone newer to KZbin, I'm always looking for more tips. Encouraged by this video. Will definitely like and subscribe.

[@anthonygeorge502]

Bout to move down there, thanks for the tips. #2 tip is my favorite, I do that so often. Heading to check out your other videos, thanks again

[@scottlecroy9666]

Outstanding video and tips.

[@TexasFishingForce]

Scott LeCroy thanks Scott!

[@mhmdsam6203]

Dude thnx for these informations , preciate it man ,keep on

[@ftkiefel]

Great tips for the Galveston Bay area. I live nearby so.... I subscribed. I will be heading over to the weather video. Thanks for sharing and take care !!!

[@TexasFishingForce]

The Texas Road Runner thanks for watching, hope these videos help! I appreciate you! Thank you!

[@TheMDOutdoors2016]

Awesome video and great tips bro we all appreciate it of you sharing with us

[@TexasFishingForce]

PGH Bottom Feeders absolutely! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@feeberssissy2186]

Pretty cool video & merchandise! Thanks for the tips!🎣🎣🎣🎣🎣🐟🐟🐟🐟🐟

[@TexasFishingForce]

FEEBERS & SISSY thank you!

[@SouthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Mike, that is some great promotional product you have, can't wait for a give away. I agree with you about the year in review vids, not because I don't like them, but more so, there's a lot of channels that already do it, same reason I shy away from the Catch Clean & Cook content, it's already out there. Great commentary on tips for fishing Galveston. All true, all helpful, heartfelt advice straight from an angler's mouth. It's funny, you hit the head on the nail, it's not you being rude or mean, but persistence and pushing the envelope, trying new things and definitely learning through your failures, best advice you can give anyone trying to up their game. Wishing you a happy & healthy new year. Take care my friend. Until next time, tight lines & good vibes.

[@TexasFishingForce]

South Florida Saltwater Fishing thank you buddy! Always good to hear from you. Wish you a successful and happy 2019.

[@TexasAllWaterFishing]

Great video 🤙👊🎣

[@TexasFishingForce]

Texas All Water Fishing thank you!

[@LongviewGarage]

Awesome tips!

[@YankURCrank]

Excellent tips great video!!!! Happy New Year!!

[@TexasFishingForce]

Yank UR Crank thank you! Happy New Year!

[@YankURCrank]

Thank you!!!

[@FishingWithBIGD]

great tips and info - I plan to venture out and find some new spots next year

[@TexasFishingForce]

Thank you! Go find those spots! it will be well worth it.

[@JohnAmes]

Happy new year

[@imhookedtv7365]

Great video! Great stickers! Great tips!

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[@larrychristine8414]

Awesome channel. My family bank fish and in and around Galveston.

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Larry Christine thank you very much!

[@ayuyu1]

Just watched one of your videos for first time. Really liked it and subscribed. Best of luck!

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steven herzog thank you!

[@PURPLEGANGOUTDOOR]

Happy New Year FAM hope you have a blessed day 💜👊

[@TexasFishingForce]

PURPLE GANG you too! Thank you!

[@seanmartin2382]

Agree...went out on the 4th... limited out on bull reds...caught 42inch drum...couple flounder..same spot the next day after the front moved through...nothing

[@TexasFishingForce]

Sean Martin happens all the time!

[@chuckmorris9550]

Texas Fishing Force we live in TN and are coming to Galveston to visit an aunt week of july 15 to 21 would love to take two of the teenage boys out on a fishing journey we plan on doing some pier fishing is there anyway we could meet up and do some fishing one day while we are in Galveston. THAT WOULD BE AWESOME. Hope to hear back from you

[@TexasFishingForce]

Charles Morris I’d love to. I don’t do much pier fishing anymore but I’d come out one day. Send me an email at [e-mail] and we can work out some details.

[@anthonyseymore1217]

Hey Mike I fish the Brazos River in Freeport and do alot of bank fishing at do you have any pointers I use fingers mullet and fresh dead shrimp how can I get some stickers

[@jasonlinkey8462]

Good video thanks

[@jamesrecon14]

Just moved to the area. Loved the video!

[@TexasFishingForce]

Thank you and welcome to the neighborhood!

[@RKJFishing]

Great tips mate, happy new year!

[@TexasFishingForce]

RKJ Fishing thank you buddy! Happy New year!

[@TooFatToHuntOutdoors]

Good tips man!!!...new supporter!

[@lsoutdoors2354]

Hope.u have a great new years

[@TexasFishingForce]

L&S OUTDOORS thank you! Happy New Years!

[@Texasfishingaddict]

Grate video brother I will be putting those tips on my list 👍

[@tazmac4559]

This is a very good video. I really liked it all, all very true and simple. Youre doin good brother, keep it up.

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Taz Mac thank you so much for feedback and support!

[@juliethwang8167]

You look like Tom Hanks.

[@1Cast1Fish]

Some sweet looking gear man

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1Cast 1Fish thank you!

[@BackintheFight]

How to get one of those sweet stickers???

[@Davethewelder]

Love the vids bro !! 🇨🇱🤘🏻

[@123nataliemay]

Great video! 👍🏻

[@labrat1024541]

Great video. Thanks for al the tips. I am new to the area and can't wait to do my first fishing here. I know there is lots to learn and your tips were answers to some of the questions I have. Just subscribed to. Tight lines!

[@TexasFishingForce]

Rick Perry thank you! Glad it helped. Good luck on your first fishing trip. Don’t get discouraged, this area can be very tricky.

[@jeffmacknz]

I have a beach house on Terramar Beach coming up this month. I wanted to buy a rod and fish right out of the ocean. Can I just walk into the water and fish like that? If so what recommendations do you have? I never fished in Galveston before. Thanks in advance!

[@PedroSanchez-ql6yx]

Awesome video would like a couple of those stickers

[@TexasFishingForce]

BigPeteOutdoors_ 79 absolutely! Send me a message and I’ll get some over to you!

[@ARCENAULT]

Nice vid...any stickers left?

[@TexasFishingForce]

eddie rivera yes, I have a few and ordering more.

[@nabu-malikata]

Nice video sir

[@maxcoffin4666]

Good vid man. Tip 3 and 2 really hit me. I caught massive fish at rollover pass a year ago and I kept going back a couple of times and haven't caught anything. Gotta look on Google Maps and figure out new spots.

[@TexasFishingForce]

Max Coffin glad it could help! Thank you for watching!

[@3goutdooradventures871]

Thanks for stopping by, just stopping by to join yours. Come visits often

[@TexasFishingForce]

Bryant’s Outdoor Adventures for sure, will do

[@BassBros8]

Nice video man🔥

[@TexasFishingForce]

BassBros thank you!

[@jrfergus65]

How about a rundown of the water quality in Galveston bay and eating the fish or not. Are the TPWD consumption reccomendations legitimate or just bunk?

[@leonardlongoria2560]

I have subpar experience with fishing. I'm a father of two and am trying to introduce fishing. Sunday we are heading to Galveston from Austin. I want to catch something to inspire them with fishing. Please guide me

[@TexasFishingForce]

What kind of fishing are you doing? Boat? Surf fishing? Pier fishing? Wading?

[@leonardlongoria2560]

@@TexasFishingForce wading and pier

[@TexasFishingForce]

Pier fishing you have galveston fishing pier on 91st. People have been catching good reds out there. You could also hit surfside jetties or seawolf park. A lot of solid trout getting pulled from the jetties. Personally wade fishing has been great lately. South side of a Galveston Bay shore line and even surf fishing has been very good. Send me an email if you want some more detailed info.

[@leonardlongoria2560]

@@TexasFishingForce thank you for the information. Can you recommend specific spots safe for my kiddos and self to enjoy the beach, sites and food, without major crowds, pollution and avoiding Gators, sharks and jellyfish??

[@TexasFishingForce]

Leonard Longoria avoiding crowds you will want to stay away from piers and sea wolf. Galveston state park is nice. Some good fishing spots. Surf fishing and surf wading is probably your best bet.

[@masonwishard4582]

Nice channel!!!

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KO Sports and Outdoors thank you!

[@murderinc.hunting7686]

New supporter here! Good tips! 🎣

[@tony2a4]

A rule should be if you fish a pier, expect some asshole to cross your line..

[@crude4u1948]

I am interested in the patch and a couple of stickers.

[@vdxjball2176]

Thx for the video my family and I are going down there this summer and I love fishing and this will be my first time ever sea fishing my best line I have is 17lbs do you think that’s good enough for small to medium size fish. And I was going to bring my little pole that only is 3lbs for little bait fish I might buy some lures if I convince my mom but I was just going to use bait fish. Thanks for the other fishing tips.

[@TexasFishingForce]

That should be fine for most trout, flounder and slot reds. Some of the bull reds may put that line to the test though.

[@vdxjball2176]

Texas Fishing Force ok thanks I might just buy some 30lbs just in case but thanks for the tips

[@MrJoecango]

Good video and good tips brother, maybe I'll run into you out there one day and get one of them cool stickers from you. That's a really cool logo.

[@TexasFishingForce]

MrJoecango thank you Joe! Hope to see you out there soon!

[@RCTTV2319]

Good stuff dude! Good top 5!!

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Lonestar Yakfishing thank you!

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😂 lol u go to fiesta 😂😂 best place to buy them blue crabs

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Juan Velazquez I do, lol. Those fresh crabs!

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reel elite guys buy their bait from fiesta

[@jejoko]

Thank you for the apps. I downloaded all of them. What is the best ramp to launch from if I'm playing on heading out to the oil rigs? Thank you!

[@TexasFishingForce]

Raw Fish out of Freeport or Galveston?

[@jejoko]

@@TexasFishingForce Galveston. But let's say Freeport as well, just in case. I would be coming in from Dallas.

[@LongviewGarage]

Hey man, I catch wicked hardheads on dead shrimp!!! Haha

[@ryanbroos5143]

This is a great video and tips on things you'd think we'd know but a lot have been taught or learned from someone how to do something but it's all incomplete because it usually encompasses fishing a certain way or specific species (such as fishing for bass). So when we go to new places, we really have only a very basic idea of how to fish that area. On that note, I'll be visiting Galveston for the first time at the end of the month. I like the idea of using lures. Are there any specific types that work better than others like jigs vs spoons? There is a fishing pier my friend said I should check out but with the height from the water, is it best to use a bucket or crab net?

[@TexasFishingForce]

Ryan Broos thank you, fishing Galveston is definitely a learning experience. A very tricky place to fish consistently. As for lures, I’ve switched primarily to artificial and I love it. Lures depends on location and what you are fishing for. Spoons work well, I use a lot of soft plastics like Down South Lures for reds and trout. Gulp is a safe artificial to use as well.

[@ELTOROLOCOSHOWHOUSTONTX]

I went 20 times in my boat and i never catch nothing, i am Tire of it I catch more fish on the pier than my boat, by the way I went fishing yesterday in my boat and I don't catch anything I went to Seawolf Park where the sinking boat is and then I went back to Moses Lake nothing😂😂😂😂🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️

[@TexasFishingForce]

Huh? I’m sorry, I don’t understand what you are saying. Asking?

[@ELTOROLOCOSHOWHOUSTONTX]

@@TexasFishingForce i never catch fish while fishing on my boat.

[@TexasFishingForce]

EL TORO LOCO SHOW HOUSTON TX oh gotcha. I generally get out and wade from a boat. Easier to land fishh

[@jejoko]

TFF Thanks for the good content videos. I live in Dallas and can only make it to Galveston once or twice a year with my boat. When is the best month of the year to maximize my opportunities for a good offshore fishing trip? How far out for blue water and a shot at some good trolling action that time of year? Is it worth trying to troll with a downrigger around the oil rigs? Thank you!

[@TexasFishingForce]

Raw Fish It depends how far out you plan on going. Right now is great on days you can catch a good weather window. Snapper season is in right now and it’s pretty easy to catch snapper and kings this time of year. August is probably my favorite month though because Amber Jack season opens. So it’s nice to go out pretty far, catch monster AJ’s, grouper, mahi, wahoo, etc.

[@LongviewGarage]

Shoot a video how to cast a net. 👍

[@nicholaslothringer1210]

What are the best baits for beach, I’m going on Sunday to the drive on beach the one past 61st street

[@TexasFishingForce]

WhoWhatWhatWidit OG you fishing love bait or artificial?

[@nicholaslothringer1210]

Texas Fishing Force I normally fish artificial but a couple of my friends invited me to the beach to fish and I’m not sure what kind of bait to use

[@TexasFishingForce]

WhoWhatWhatWidit OG so this time of year, you will be able to catch decent redfish, trout, sheepshead and blackdrum on live shrimp or croaker. When I fish the beach I also use large mullet as cut bait to catch bigger redfish, shark , etc.

[@nicholaslothringer1210]

Texas Fishing Force o awesome, how far should my line be out there

[@mattfryar5171]

Helpful video... thx Mike. Are you a guide or just fish a lot?

[@TexasFishingForce]

Matt Fryar thank you! I’m not a guide, I just fish a ton. I do however take people out fishing from time to time, I just don’t charge anything.

[@mattfryar5171]

Texas Fishing Force well put me and my son on that list😉. I’m new to saltwater wade fishing. Mainly just go to west bay close to San Luis pass. Never catch anything though. Look forward to more videos like this. Keep em coming

[@TexasFishingForce]

Matt Fryar I would not suggest wading San Luis. Very dangerous and honestly not a great spot this time of year. I’d be happy to show you guys around a bit do you have good waders with good wading boots?

[@mattfryar5171]

Texas Fishing Force yes I just got some for Christmas both of us. I actually found your wading spot on google maps. I won’t say where it is but we are going tomorrow afternoon. The high tide is just before dark I think so we are gonna give it a try. I would be willing to meet up with you for sure. If not tomorrow just let me know. The problem is I can only go on weekends because of work.

[@TexasFishingForce]

Matt Fryar I’ll be out close to there tomorrow as well. With the cold weather, low water and high north winds you have to find some deeper water. There are some close spots within walking/wading distance from there that should be a lot better. If you see me, come say hi and I’ll give you some advice for that area.

[@Chris-ou6of]

Where do you start fishing if you don`t have a boat in Galveston?

[@TexasFishingForce]

I would suggest getting into wade fishing, honestly. There are a ton of great wading spots and it keeps you from all the overcrowded bank and pier fishing that most people do.

[@bradmakovy9892]

Hey there. Which bait shop do you recommend in Galveston for live shrimp if you’re buying early in the morning (5am-630am)?

[@TexasFishingForce]

Brad Makovy I rarely use live bait anymore. But when I used it often, bait shops were determined day to day. You just need to find the freshest bait you can get. Some days are hit or miss depending where you go.

[@bradmakovy9892]

Texas Fishing Force thanks. I’m taking the wife out with pooping corks Saturday morning. Afterwards I’ll be out there wading with down south’s and mirrodines.

[@TexasFishingForce]

Brad Makovy that should work well!

[@ArmstrongOutdoors]

Hey brother I live in the woodlands how can I score a sticker for my new tundra. Love the vids

[@TexasFishingForce]

I’m currently out of stickers but I’ve got some coming very soon!

[@southernhookfishing2204]

Good tips, definitely helpful. Thanks for the subscribe, I subscribed back. Tight lines! 🤙🏼

[@TexasFishingForce]

Southern Hook Fishing thank you! I appreciate it.

[@mehmetdtx]

fresh bait.. so don't get frugal with leftover baits.. just toss them away..

[@TexasFishingForce]

Mehmet Dogan I’ve thrown a lot of bait out that gets old. I try and buy what I need but some days it’s hard to tell. I don’t freeze unused baits like some people do, bait is cheap. Not worth saving a few bucks in my opinion.

[@mehmetdtx]

@@TexasFishingForce I had frozen some of my left over shrimp and used them in following weeks... I was thinking actually it would be better cause it would smell more :)).. well.. now that I watched this video, I am thinking that is part of the reason I got skunked :)

[@TexasFishingForce]

Mehmet Dogan when shrimp gets soggy after being frozen it is really easy to come off the hook. Bait fish will steal it, big fish avoid it. Fresh bait is always better.

[@davidwilson8310]

Let me get some of those stickers buddy

[@TexasFishingForce]

david wilson you local?

[@davidwilson8310]

Currently in Fort Meade, Maryland until the 28th and then it’s on to San Antonio

[@TexasFishingForce]

david wilson send me a message with your address.

[@davidwilson8310]

Texas Fishing Force message sent. Thanks and tell me know if you decide to do any shirts

[@SoulSeeker770]

What weather condition do you look for?

[@TexasFishingForce]

K Seeker I did an entire video on weather you should go check out. But in a nutshell, I’m looking for moderate SE winds with quick moving tides.

[@cayette123]

great video - how do we get the stickers?

[@TexasFishingForce]

cayette123 are you local? If not I can definitely send you one.

[@cayette123]

@@TexasFishingForce Hi - I live in Tomball

[@TexasFishingForce]

cayette123 ok, you are local. Great! I can meet up with you one day. Where do you fish? I can meet you at the water one day, maybe we can do some fishing.

[@drewbearden1]

Love the channel bro!! Lets try to get together sometime! 🤘🤘👊👊

[@TexasFishingForce]

BeardenFishing for sure! Where are you located?

[@drewbearden1]

@@TexasFishingForce Outside of Waco in Central Texas. Galveston is a good drive from here but hopefully we could figure something out!

[@TexasFishingForce]

BeardenFishing I go up to Livingston occasionally. Maybe we can meet in the middle one day. Find a lake in between us.

[@drewbearden1]

@@TexasFishingForce That sounds great bud! I look forward to it!!

[@SoulSeeker770]

How do you find a good location?

[@TexasFishingForce]

K Seeker I use google maps and navionics a lot. I look for an area I can get to the water close and that has natural changes for fish like pockets, coves, drop offs, changes in depths, or inlets in to creeks and channels with moving water.

[@yourdadsotherfamily3530]

Go to fish brain it helps a lot just by seeing the catches people have but be wary sometimes the geotag is where they uploaded it not caught it sometimes. Just gotta filter it out and can find good ones

[@crazypoutdoors]

Brother I would love a sticker.Im from Louisiana and fishing off the pier in Galveston

[@TexasFishingForce]

Lip Rippers yeah, I’ll be down in Galveston tomorrow if you want one.

[@crazypoutdoors]

@@TexasFishingForce sweet thanks

[@FatManFishing]

Love the branding man. Your positive vibe is awesome Keep up the great work and i appreciate you subscribing to my channel.

[@TexasFishingForce]

FatMan Fishing for sure! Thank you! I’ll definitely be tuning into your videos in the future.

[@FatManFishing]

Glad to hear i got some good stuff in the works

[@TexasFishingForce]

FatMan Fishing can’t wait to see

[@BrendaKline]

New here. Met you at Jag’s live. Please visit my house when you get a chance 😃

[@TexasFishingForce]

Brenda Kline absolutely will do!

[@lestermusterman910]

get to the point. good luck with your show