So Texas Outdoors

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 outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 Concepts LLC., Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 platypus. We toured the Daintree Rainforest, snorkeled the great barrier reef, and hiked thru the “Blue Mountains” of the Katoomba, Australia.  I also treated myself to fishing trip in Cairns, where I caught some interesting fish. Hear all about it. Then we bring it back home to talk about chasing tarpon here in the local waters of deep South Texas. If your looking an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 whether your new to game or an old salt. We also congratulate Manny on his recent retirement from his day job and announce that Coastal Concepts LLC., is officially a full-time operation.  So, if you’re looking for your next outdoor adventure, Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc or by phone at 956-460-2859 Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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., Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 next outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., or you would like Manny to take you out on your boat, Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com .

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 the world thru Instagram. They have an interesting story as to how they began, and they share some cool hunting stories.   We also get into creating outdoor content in general. Follow Tejano Outdoors on Instagram @tejano.outdoors , Facebook, and Youtube. If you’re looking an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 us for some great commoroderie and laughs among some great guys. You can find the Salty Yak Outdoors Podcast and So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Check out our website, where you can listen, leave a review, and send us a voice message: https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 wouldn’t have made it this far.  Thank you! As a thank you to our listeners, we are giving away a hog hunt! Enter to win a day of hog hunting with us,  all you have to do is send us screen shot showing that you follow the podcast on any platform.  You can DM myself or Manny, on IG or FB, or you can send it to me via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com  We are extending the deadline to enter until June 15, 2025.  Good luck! If you’re looking an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 himself in nighttime thermal hunting.  He started out with hogs and moved to Nilgai night hunts.  We take a deep dive into his journey as a night hunter and share his knowledge of thermal scopes, calibers, and bullets.  He also shares some pretty interesting nuggets of information/tips that may help someone harvest their next Nilgai Antelope. You can follow Corey on Instagram @hog_snyper and on Facebook @Hog Snyper Outdoors You can also find his content on YouTube at  the following link Hog Snyper - YouTube If your looking an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 LANWR,  Texas Public Land in deep South Texas.  Hear the highs and lows of the hunt.  Great stories with great friends!  Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast and The Salty Yak Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform You can also listen on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 shout outs and kudos for an awesome hunt. We discuss expectations going into the hunt, preparation for the hunt and of course the hunt itself.  Manny shares his wealth of knowledge about the subject as well.  Topics discussed include ammo choice and chokes, where do cranes roost, and tips on preparing the meat from these amazing birds. If you would like to book a hunt with Leevi Escobar you can contact him on IG @lescobarz or on FB at @Lescohunting If your looking an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC., Contact Manny Perez via email at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com  or on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast on your favorite podcast platform or on our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com Follow us on our FB page or on Instagram at @soTXoutdoors Contact us via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com

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 all know that a trophy can maean many things to many different hunters, and I think we can all agree that it is a matter of perspective. We talk about how comercialized hunting has changed the game and in turn has changed the hunting stories of today.  For me yes, score may set the perameters that classify what a tropy is, but I believe it is the story behind the harvest that is the true trophy. Contact us at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com or via FB and IG @sotxoutdoors 

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, and how Manny feels there has been a declination of bobwhite quail in South Texas. If you're looking for your next outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC.  Contact Manny Perez at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com or contact thru Facebook or Instagram @coastalconceptsllc Visit our website at www.sotxoutdoors.com  Follow us on Facebook or Instagram @sotxoutdoors or contact me via email at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com 

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.  Deer herd management and judging deer in the feild is all subjective and dependent on multiple factors.   If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC. Contact Manny Perez, at whtailhtr75@yahoo.com Facebook or Instagram @coastalconceptsllc Listen to So Texas Outdoors Podcast wherever you get your podcasts or listen online at our website https://www.sotxoutdoors.com/ Follow us on Facebook Page or Instagram @SoTXoutdoors Or contact me via email at  SoTXoutdoors@gmail.com 

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 they learned from the hiking, camping , and the hunting aspect of this backcountry hunt.  We touch on a variety topics, from camping gear, food, and the hunt itself. 

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 this adventure with me.  We do a quick day of arrival recording, to get our thoughts and excitment on record, then we record about every other day or so in the backcountry to recap the days events as they unfolded. This was truly the most epic elk hunt I have ever been a part of, we had lots of aciton and multiple oportunities. But as we all know archery is a game inches and then fially one day it all came together, then my excitment slowly turned the reality of a hunters worst nightmare, come true.  You'll have to listen to the end for the full story.  Thanks for listening hope you enjoy coming along for the adventure.  Follow us on FB and IG @sotxoutdoors or onlne at www.sotxoutdoors.com 

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 them for season.  If you would like more information about working your hunting dog or just ask Manny some quesitons, reach out to him at whtail75@yahoo.com If you're looking for your next outdoor adventure with Coastal Concepts LLC. contact Manny Perez  or follow him on FB and IG @coastalconceptsllc  

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 other foods I pack for the hunt.  Follow us on Facebook or Instagram @sotxoutdoors or contact us at sotxoutdoors@gmail.com