LETTERS TO THE EDITOR March/April 2025

Drone Sightings

I JUST WANTED to say thanks for running that story about drones being used to harass hunters. It’s something I’ve heard about but never seen covered anywhere else. I hunt a lot, and while I haven’t had it happen to me, I know guys who’ve had their days ruined by this kind of stuff. It’s frustrating to think someone would go out of their way to bother folks who are just trying to enjoy the outdoors.

See Chester Moore’s Coverage of drone sightings at FishGame.com.
See Chester Moore’s Coverage of drone sightings at FishGame.com.

You really hit the nail on the head with how this kind of behavior isn’t just annoying—it’s flat-out wrong. I hope stories like this help get the word out, so more people understand what’s going on and why it’s a problem. Keep up the great work, and thanks again for bringing this issue to light.

Jeff Banner

I WANTED TO GIVE YOU ALL a shoutout for the recent piece you ran about drones harassing hunters. Honestly, it’s something a lot of us worry about, and seeing it covered in the magazine was awesome. It feels like people don’t realize how big of a deal this can be, so I’m glad you’re spreading the word.

I’ve heard stories from friends who’ve dealt with this kind of nonsense, and it’s good to know we’re not alone in thinking it’s a problem. Appreciate the good work. Keep it coming!

P. Smith

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Goliath Grouper

GOT A QUICK QUESTION for you. Is it true people used to catch Goliath grouper off the Texas City Dike? I’ve heard a few stories from the older crowd about these massive fish being caught out there back in the day, but I’ve never seen any proof or records.

If it’s true, that’s just wild to think about. Would love to see a story about it if there’s anything to dig up. I know I’m not the only one who’d be curious about what kind of monsters might’ve been lurking out there years ago.

Colto Harwood

Editor: We don’t have documentation, but we have heard these stories. And we have also heard stories about them being caught at the Port Aransas Jetties and Galveston Jetties. They tend to be a more shallow water grouper than some species and in Florida they will be right on the beach at docks, so I have no doubt there were some at the Dike back in the day. And with the species coming back, you never know. There might be some now when the water is extra salty.

 

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