Hooked Up Designs Magazine September/October 2017 | Page 4

HOOKED ON THOUGHTS As anglers and outdoorsmen, enjoying our pastime requires we pay careful attention to the weather. This is especially important now that we are at the height of an unusually active hurricane season. South Texas took a hit unlike any we’ve ever seen before just two weeks ago, and as you read this, no doubt you are keeping a close eye on hurricane Irma as she continues building strength and bar- reling toward the southeastern United States. In fact, I won’t go any further without saying that everyone here at Hooked Up Magazine is sincerely sympathetic to all of those whose lives have been devas- tated by hurricane Harvey, and especially to the families of those that lost friends and loved ones in its brutal wake. Yet, as is the case after all catastrophes in this great country, Amer- icans have dropped their different mindsets and worked hand in hand, risking their own lives to rescue fellow countrymen. Again, the worst of times has brought out the very best in our people. On an extremely lighter note, we have another great issue for you. Inside you’ll find piles of new products that should perk you up, and a bevy of new angling techniques to add to your ever-growing rep- ertoire – weather permitting. John N. Felsher teaches us about another tried-and-true lure known among bass anglers for hauling lunkers out of the lilies that works just as well on salty redfish holed up deep in the coastal reeds. Who knew? And, Bass 2 Billfish’s Peter Miller makes sure you don’t miss a fish in the entire water column, by making sure you understand the finer nuances and versatility in the art of vertical jigging. Additionally, you’ll tag along with two esteemed captains—Barrera and Zyak—as they hunt the shallows for trophies in Texas’ famed Laguna Madre (pre Harvey, of course), and find them. Also, be sure to look for our upcoming November/December issue. It will be packed to the gills with a record-breaking number of new products and fishing gizmos you’ll want to know about with Christ- mas just around the corner. So, after you’ve taken all necessary precautions and double-checked your hurricane kit, sit back and get your read on. President John Robert ____ Consulting Editor & Advisor Matt Draper Art Director John Theriault ____ Advertising Sales Consultants Brain Turner Bob Theriault Sue Redford Alex Rice Adam Nolin Carolyn Papak Brent Theriault Thadeus Simpson ____ Associate Editor Sue Redford Associate Designer Kalin Riley ____ Accounting Carolyn Papak ____ Contributing Writers Dustin Catrett John N. Felsher Matt Draper John Theriault Peter Miller ____ Hooked Up is published bimonthly. Subscriptions available for FREE. Sign up online at hookedupdesigns.com ____ ADVERTISING Please direct advertising inquiries to: Bob Theriault at [email protected] For rates and other information, visit: hookedupdesigns.com ___ Be smart and be safe, © 2016, Hooked Up Designs is published bimonthly and welcomes articles and photography about saltwater fishing throughout the State of Florida. Hooked Up reserves the right to edit in consideration of content and space available. Article and content herein represent observations and opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official views of publishers. The use of excerpts or reproduction of this material is prohibited. Articles, questions, opinions and address changes should be directed to Hooked Up Designs by visiting the website at hookedupdesigns.com. All submitted articles, photos and other materials become the sole property of Hooked Up Designs, can be used at the editor’s discretion and will not be returned. Matt Draper 4 HOOKED UP SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2017 hookedupdesigns.com