Episodes

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...

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,...

In this episode, Manny and I are joined by Corey Spriggs aka Hog Snyper, he is an avid outdoorsman who moved to South Texas and fell in love with our State and ignited a passion for hunting and fishing.  Specifically, he has made a name for...

In this Episode we are colaborating again with Cary Beason Host of The Salty Yak Outdoors Podcast.  Join us in this on location (at hunting camp) recording with our crew of 6 hunting buddies recaping the adventures of our 5 day hunt at...

In this episode, We sit down with my Dad, Ramiro and my Cousin Adrian to recap our first ever Sandhill crane hunt.  Unfortunately, our guide for this hunt, Leevi Escobar could not join us for the recording, but we definitely give him multiple...

In this episode, Manny and I talk about what is a "Trophy"?  in this case, we keep the conversation about trophy whitetails. We start off discussing what the various scoring clubs consider a trophy score is, such as B&C, P&Y, and SCI. We...

In this episode, Manny and I take a deep dive into South Texas quail hunting.  We talk about the life cycle of a quail, habitat, how to locate quail and of course hunting tactics, both with or without a dog. We also talk about quail managment,...

In this episode Manny and I talk about the South Texas deer season, phases of season, pre-rut, rut, and post rut activity.  Strategies for those different phases and hen we get into aging deer on hoof and post harvest thru teeth evaluation....

In this episode I am joined with Sixto and Orlando recorded about a week after returning from my 2024 Colorado elk hunt.  We talk about thier overall expereince from the hunt, lessons learned, and gear that worked or maybe didnt.  Things...

Welcome to a special edition of a "not" So TX Outdoors episode, as this was recorded in Colorado during my recent archery elk hunt. I was joined by Orlando and Sixto two buddies of mine from the Salty Yak Pack.  They were crazy enough to come on...

Manny has been an avid dog trainer for several years. In this episode he shares his knowledg hunting dogs.  Specifically, dove dogs, duck dogs, quail dogs and deer dogs.  He talks about training tips, different breeds, and how he prepares...

In this episode the tables are turned a bit and Manny does the interviewing of me, about my backcountry meal planning that I recently have done in preparation for my upcoming backcountry elk hunt.  I share how I dehydrate my own dinners, and...

In this episode Manny shares his knowledge of fishing rods, specifically those typically used here in our local waters of South Texas. We talk, type, size, length, light vs. heavy, fast vs. slow, and much more.  If you’re looking for an outdoor...

There is so much that goes into planning a backcountry hunt. In this episode I talk about all the other preparation and planning I’m doing for my upcoming 2024 backcountry elk hunt. Practicing shooting, calling, getting gear together, going over my...

In this episode, I talk about how I am preparing for my 2024 Backcountry Elk hunt coming in September in Colorado. I get into why its important and what I am specifically doing to prepare for the physical and mental challenges one must endure on a...

In this episode we talk about fishing lures primarily used in the bays of South Texas.  Soft plastics, hard baits, colors, sizes and some classics like the good 'ol spoon.  If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts...

In this Episode we talk about our experiences in recent years that knocked out power for a few days in our local area. We talk about lessons learned and preparing for the next hurricane or some other event that would call for us to shelter in place....

In this epidsode, Manny and  I talk about our favorite tool to use in the field, the On X Hunt App.  It turns your phone into a legit handheld GPS Unit.   We describe what it is, the cost, the many feartures and basics of how to...

In this episode, I recap the 2024 Total Archery Challenge held in San Antonio, TX.  Once again, I shot some courses with The Salty Yak Outdoors crew.  Had a blast we all made great shots and not so great shots. My good buddy Steve also...

It’s spring turkey season again in deep South Texas, time to get out there and chase them long beards. In this episode we take a deeper dive into some key topics for hunting turkey.  Manny and I discuss turkey facts, turkey behavior, judging...

In this Episode we sit down with special guest, Mr. “Gotta have it!” himself, Fred Rodriguez host of the Texas Sportsman TV Show and Publisher of the Texas Sportsman Tracking Outdoors magazine.  Manny took Fred on a recent predator hunt, and...

It's "Nilgai Time!"  It's that time of year, where Nilgai hunts are on fire.  In this episode we talk Nilgai topics, such as the Nilgai rut,  Aging or Judging on hoof,  feeding habits, bedding habits, hunt strategies, and tracking...

Happy New Year! This is the first episode of 2024 and we are talking shooting sticks.  Manny and go over a wide array of shooting sticks from bi-pods that attach to a rifle, to stand alone tripods, and monopods. We share tips and our experiences...

In this episode, we talk about the moment of truth in hunting, taking the shot. Whether with rifle or bow, there are some basic steps you want to take when you are about to squeeze the trigger or release an arrow.  We talk best practices for...