Maybe moving to Texas.

[CaptainScotty]

We will be making trips to the coast - FREQUENTLY - whereever the fishing is good. Thanks for the advice! Sounds great.

[southtexas]

Originally Posted by No Bail

The spouse and I are considering moving to Texas. She has a sister in Conroe, Tx and heck, they could save money on airfare. They take turns flying and staying at each other's homes for a month twice a year now. May as well make it a driving experience.

So, Although I've been in and out of Houston and driving to Conroe, I've never visited the coastal areas. Where is a good place to look for a 1600-2000 sq ft house with access to salt water fishing. I fish for albacore, halibut and salmon up here, I'm not interested in bass fishing at all. If it ain't salty, it's got no flavor.

Even across the State line to Venice might be possible. Any feedback would be helpful. Thanks.

ps I'd be looking to buy a 2901 Striper on arrival. My Alaskan cabin 2601 would be too hot down there. Heck, it is too hot up here in the summer and fall.

Check out Corpus Christi. It's located on the Gulf about 3 hours south of Houston. You can buy a house on canals that lead out to the gulf, or lead inshore to some of the best flats fishing for trout, reds, etc in the world. Or, don't even leave your house, just catch trout and reds under the lights off your back deck. The canals handle literally any sized boat.

I also have a home for sale in Rockport. It's in a subdivision called Key Allegro, and the home is on the water. Let me know if you want details.

[No Bail]

Thanks for the feedback. We took a long look at the positives and negatives of job change, selling and buying and came to the conclusion that it will have to wait for several years. I love Oregon, but I have to admit the 43 degree days and constant rain are getting to us.

Speaking of Corpus Christi, I was driving a rental car many years ago on my first visit, doing what tourists do, driving slow and trying to take in the atmosphere. The orange trees and such are great. My little 5 yr old nephew's voice from the back seat says, "Uncle, you can speed up a little."

I love the warmth, it will have to wait for a bit.

Again, thanks for the responses.

[Keta]

Will you need a crew?

[BigPig069]

Texas is sooooooo great it seems like everybody from the south just keeps moving up, but thats all along the border

[divegod1]

Originally Posted by BigPig069

Texas is sooooooo great it seems like everybody from the south just keeps moving up, but thats all along the border

Lets not turn this thread son, things are a little different in Texas. I have walked upon the Fields of San Jacinto.