< Previous40 COASTMONTHLY.COM / August 2018Fishinganglers have caught their quota. The state season is year-round in waters up to 9 miles offshore.Red snapper fishery management has driven a wedge between many commercial and charter boat operations and recreational anglers, Brown said.“As I talk to other captains, there’s a commercial versus recreational fishermen attitude,” Brown said. “I’ve known commer-cial guys since 1985. I know them and love them, but they can’t corner the market and make it theirs only.“There’s plenty of fish in the sea, no one person should have this resource cornered.”Commercial anglers argue having longer recreational seasons without proper data col-lection could lead to overfishing and deplete stocks that took years to rebuild. Commercial anglers are concerned the state isn’t tracking recreational catch as closely as it should and hasn’t implemented mandatory reporting like other Gulf states, they said.“Making sure we don’t go backwards is important,” said Buddy Guindon, who owns commercial shares in the Gulf and Katie’s Seafood Market. “We’ve done a lot of work in this country to rebuild these fisheries and they’re the best in the world right now.”Recreational anglers, largely, disagreed.“Why would the state not be able to man-age it?” Galveston angler Archie Hart said. “They manage it for the rest of the fish. They manage wildlife for the whole state.”After decades of overfishing, the red snap-per stock was nearly depleted in the 1980s and 1990s. The dire situation prompted a wave of new regulations and a new manage-ment system.Those changes, implemented in 2007, divided up the Gulf of Mexico’s red snapper fishery between the commercial and recre-ational sectors. The percentages change each year, but typically the recreational sector has access to about 51 percent of the fishery, with the rest designated for commercial companies.The regulatory change set up individual fishing quotas for commercial anglers, who were given permits based on their historic landings. The program allocated a percentage of the commercial catch to each of the about 400 commercial permitted anglers. The an-glers can lease their share to other fishermen.(Above) Jack Brown and his wife, Katie, can be found aboard their boat, Ms. Katie B, fishing whenever the weather is good and the fish are biting. (Opposite page) Workers weigh bins of red snapper as they’re unloaded from a commercial fishing boat at Katie’s Seafood Market in Galveston. COASTMONTHLY.COM / August 2018 4142 COASTMONTHLY.COM / August 2018Now, the commercial anglers can fish any time during the year, until they reach their annual quotas. Each time they go on a trip, anglers call in and record how many pounds of red snapper they caught, which is tracked by the federal government. When they reach their allocated amount, they’re either done for the year or must rent shares from others.But the changes also restricted recreation-al anglers’ access to the bounty. Federal scientists predicted how long it might take the recreational sector to reach its quota for the year and set the seasons based on that figure.The reduced seasons led recreational anglers and the groups that represent them, namely the Coastal Conservation Associa-tion, to lobby for state management of the resource for recreational anglers, which they argued would be more accurate than the federal models.Throughout the summer, the state has been tracking landings weekly by gathering information at marinas and boat launches along the Texas Coast, said Lance Robinson, a coastal fisheries manager for the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department.But others had doubts about the state’s handling of data collection. The state should have a mandatory reporting and data system, said Bill Cochrane Sr., a commercial angler in Galveston.Cochrane had gone out several times throughout the summer and not encountered a wildlife employee collecting data, he said.“Without mandatory reporting or a good data system, I don’t know how they can track it close enough,” Cochrane said. “Time will tell if the state admits that there’s a snapper shortage because they’ve opened the season.”The state had considered mandatory reporting, but in looking at other states with those regulations, it didn’t see any better compliance than what Texas gets from vol-untary reporting, Robinson said.Guindon also saw shortcomings in the state’s management by not requiring report-ing, he said.But in the long run, he thought the state managers could sort out a proper system and set limits around this, he said.“We need to get away from an assumed disagreement between commercial and recreational,” Guindon said. “Take the side of fish and everybody else will fall into their place. But if we don’t take care of the fish, what’s the difference?” FishingRed snapper are tagged with the “gulf Wild” label aboard the commercial snapper vessel Falcon at Katie’s seafood Market in galveston.MARKET ST.MECHANIC ST.HARBORSIDE DR.POSTOFFICE ST.CHURCH ST.WINNIE ST.22ND ST.21ST ST.20TH ST.19TH ST.23RD ST.24TH ST.ROSENBERG26TH ST.27TH ST.28TH ST.29TH ST.STRAND ST.BALL ST.WHARF RD.SANTA FE PLACECRUISE TERMINAL 1CRUISE TERMINAL 2Nestled along Galveston Harbor, Pier 21 offers waterfront views, delicious dining options and a cluster of attractions that showcase the island’s cultural and maritime heritage – from the Texas Seaport Museum and 1877 Tall Ship ELISSA to the Pier 21 Theater, Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum and Dolphin Tours. Pier 21 is located steps away from the Galveston Cruise Terminal.DOWNTOWNGALVESTONPIER 21THE STRANDPOSTOFFICEWEST MARKETHistoric downtown Galveston’s main shopping street, The Strand, draws visitors to its diverse collection of boutiques, gift shops, restaurants and attractions housed in majestic iron-front buildings that once made up the “Wall Street of the South.” From the old-fashioned candy shop LaKing’s Confectionery to the Galveston Railroad Museum and concerts at Saengerfest Park, The Strand and its surrounding streets serve as a hub for activities and entertainment.Marked by its beautiful Victorian architecture and colorfully painted storefronts, the Postoffice Street area is full of charm, offering an enchanting blend of art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, chic eateries and lively entertainment, including The Grand 1894 Opera House. Its artsy atmosphere has made this area a fresh hangout for locals and the center of the island’s popular ArtWalk held every six weeks.This burgeoning area west of the downtown district boasts old-fashioned, fabled establishments with lots of room for new tenants. Area anchors include Maceo Spice and Import Company, where visitors can sit at a community table for a new experience every day; cocktail speakeasy Daiquiri Time Out, which features fresh, classic cocktails in a sleek, urban setting; and free-flowing Gypsy Joynt, offering eclectic fare locals crave and evening entertainment. THE GRAND 1894 OPERA HOUSESAENGERFEST PARKGALVESTON RAILROAD MUSEUMTEXAS SEAPORT MUSEUMOCEAN STAR OFFSHORE DRILLING RIG MUSEUMDOWNTOWNGALVESTON.ORGADVERTISEMENTADVERTISEMENTIf you’re eating fresh fish in the Galveston area, the odds are good that it came from Katie’s Seafood Market. Family owned and operated for 20 years, Katie’s Seafood Market is a real working waterfront operation, handling more than 5 million pounds of seafood every year harvested fresh from the Gulf of Mexico.Katie’s is one of the top fish houses in the Gulf and the only source of Gulf Wild fish west of the Mississippi River. Katie’s supplies the highest quality product caught largely by local fishermen and shrimpers, including golden tile fish, flounder, oysters, shrimp and blue crabs. The general public, local regional markets, as well as numerous restaurants throughout the state and across the country get their seafood from Katie’s, which also offers fresh fish delivered overnight via UPS to customers across the United States.KATIE’S SEAFOOD MARKET 1902 Wharf Road, Galveston409.763.8160www.katiesseafoodmarket.comPelican Joe’s is a new family-owned and family-oriented barbecue/seafood restaurant in the heart of The Strand Historic District. Located at the corner of 23rd Street and The Strand on the second floor behind the iconic trumpet (technically, it’s a coronet) lies the best place in Galveston for beer, barbecue and crabs. Specializing in brisket, pulled pork, ribs and the most amazing smoked chicken wings you’ve ever tasted, Joe’s also offers fantastic Gulf of Mexico jumbo steamed shrimp and Alaskan Snow Crab.Enjoy your meal and choice of beverage on Pelican Joe’s 100-foot balcony overlooking The Strand and Saengerfest Park for the best views of downtown Galveston. This 5,000-square-foot restaurant can host the largest of families and has some unique scenic rooms available for private parties.If the food and atmosphere aren’t enough, there is a full sports bar on the upper floor for watching your favorite events.PELICAN JOE’S2217 Strand St., Galveston409.771.5637www.facebook.com/PelicanJoesGalvestonThe Naked Mermaid opened its doors Nov. 11, 2011. The ambiance of the Postoffice District was the perfect location option.There are so many things to see in the shop, from coastal decor all the way to shabby chic. Pieces from several local artists adorn the walls, and you can find unique furniture, baby gift items, soy candles and melts — the list goes on.Every day is sip n’ shop at The Naked Mermaid, so come enjoy a complimentary glass of Chardonnay while you browse — even if you are just visiting Dresden and Tanner (the shop kitties) or Pearl and Pappy (the lovebirds).Thank you for shopping small business.THE NAKED MERMAID2113 Postoffice St., Suite B, Galveston409.762.3300www.facebook.com/theundressedmermaidSince 2005, The Yoga Haven has been Galveston Island’s preferred center for yoga practice. They recognize the different needs and experience levels of each student and offer relevant practice skills to enable personal growth.The Yoga Haven designs its daily yoga classes according to Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin and Iyengar styles. Their certified staff of dedicated instructors provide modifications and variations for all needs, including beginners, seniors, long-time practitioners and prenatal students. Every month, The Yoga Haven focuses on a different wisdom practice that goes beyond the physical in learning about the philosophy of yoga.Stop by every Wednesday for a Karma Yoga in Action class. These classes are a donation-based class, with the donations benefiting a different organization each month. In June, donations went to the Galveston County Food Bank.The Yoga Haven welcomes all newcomers and visitors to join them on the path of yoga. Stop by today to get started on the path to an awakened mind, vibrant body and open heart.THE YOGA HAVEN2507 Market St., Galveston409.770.9995 • theyogahaven.netPIER 21THE STRANDPOSTOFFICEWEST MARKETADVERTISEMENTPIER 21 ATTRACTIONS1877 Tall Ship Elissa Pier 21Ocean Star Drilling Rig Museum Pier 21Pier 21 Theater Pier 21Texas Seaport Museum Pier 21FOOD/DININGFisherman’s Wharf Pier 21Katie’s on the Pier Pier 20Katie’s Seafood Market Pier 19Olympia Grill Pier 21Sampson & Sons Seafood Pier 19Willie G’s Pier 21LODGINGHarbor House Pier 21TOURSBaywatch Dolphin Tours Pier 21Galveston Water Adventures Pier 21Harbor Tours at Texas Seaport Museum Pier 21THE STRANDANTIQUES AND ART25th Street Antiques 411 25th St.The Admiralty Model Ship Gallery 2211 Strand St.Avis Frank Gallery 215 23rd St.Beta Gallery 2326 Strand (2nd Floor)Big House Antiques 2212 Mechanic St.G Lee Gallery 2217 Strand St.Gallery Evasion 217 23rd St.Galveston Art Center 2127 Strand St.Howarth Gallery 217 23rd St.Mamady’s Primitive African Art 2211 Strand St. (2nd Floor)Market 25 ABC 2413 Market St.Nautical Antiques 2202 Mechanic St.Somewhere In Time 124 20th St.The Strand Gallery 2418 Strand St.Third Coast Gallery 2413 Mechanic St.Yesterday’s Best 114 20th St.ATTRACTIONSBuster’s Old Time Photos 2217 Strand St.Chamber Of Commerce 2228 Mechanic St.Galveston Island TrolleyGalveston Railroad Museum 2602 Santa Fe PlaceHaunted Mayfield Manor 2313 Harborside Drive (rear)Pirates! Legends of the Gulf Coast 2313 Harborside Drive (rear)FOOD/DININGThe Beef Jerky Outlet 2309 Strand St.Brewchacho’s Taco’s & Cantina 2110 Strand St.Hearsay on The Strand 2410 Strand St.Hubcap Grill 2021 Strand St.Island Pour House Wine Bistro 213 23rd St.Jimmy John’s 102 22nd St.La King’s Confectionery 2323 Strand St.LaMixteca Mexican Restaurant 1818 Mechanic St.DOWNTOWNGALVESTON.ORGPelican Joe’s BBQ & Crabs 2217 Strand St. (2nd Floor)Riondo’s Ristorante 2328 Strand St.Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory 2217 Strand St.Shark Shack 2402 Strand St.Shrimp ’N Stuff Downtown 216 23rd St.The Spice & Tea Exchange 2309 Strand St.Starbucks 102 22nd St.Strand Refreshment 2122 Strand St.Stranded Corner Galley 2121 Strand St.Tremont Café 2300 Mechanic St.Yaga’s Café 2314 Strand St.LIVE THEATERIsland ETC 2317 Mechanic St.LODGINGThe Tremont House 2300 Mechanic St.NIGHTLIFEBliss Lounge 2413 Strand St.Brews Brothers 2404 Strand St.Buckshot Saloon 2409 Market St.Murphy’s Pub 215 22nd St.Patrick’s Pub 2411 Strand St.Rooftop Bar at The Tremont 2300 Mechanic St.Sound Bar 2411 Mechanic St.Stuttgarden 111 23rd St.Tsunami 2314 Strand St.Vault Poker Club 2002 Strand St.Vintage Crown Bar 215 23rd St.SHOPPING$10 and Under 2212 Strand St.A Holistic Solution 2002 Strand St.The Admiralty 2221 Strand St.Betsy by Design 2415 Mechanic St.BLU A Boutique by the Beach 2425 Strand St.The Boutique Bridal Group 2328 Market St.BUNCH’A Cool Stuff 2105 Strand St.Bungalow 2325 Strand St.Cariloha Bamboo 2226 Strand St.Conversation Pieces 2114 Strand St.Couteux Couture 2029 Strand St.Del Sol 2226 Strand St.Dolphin World 2122 Strand St.Dorothy May’s 2111 Strand St.Eighteen Seventy One (GHF) 2002 Strand St.Emboldened Elegance Boutique 2211 Strand St.Frankie’s Liquor Store 2218 Strand St.Galveston Automotive Professionals 1918 Mechanic St.Gracie’s/Monogramsies 2228 Strand St.Hazy Daze 2104 Strand St.Head to Footsies 2211 Strand St.Hendley Market 2010 Strand St.Island Silver 2428 Mechanic St.Jamaica Me Crazy Clothing 2401 Strand St.Jammin’ Sportswear 2314 Strand St.The Jewel Garden 2326 Strand St.Lafitte’s Beat Gifts & Souvenirs 2115 Strand St.LaPalapa 2120 Strand St.The Make-Up Bar by Skinsational 2301 Strand St.The Marketplace at the Peanut Butter Warehouse 102 20th St.Milagro Imports 2313 Strand St.Mysticatz 2021 Strand St.Nautical Nonsense 210 21st St.Nefertiti Boutique 202 25th St.Old Strand Emporium 2016 Strand St.Otis Spunkmeyer 2128 Strand St.Outrageous Boutique 405 22nd St.Pardon My French 2317 Strand St.Play on The Strand Toy Store 2119 Strand St.Portside Bar and Clothing Co. 2325 Strand St.RELAX Life Wear 2418 Strand St.Santa Fe Trail Jewelry 2217 Strand St.Scent Sations 2029 Strand St.Shoreline Clothing 331 21st St.Skinsational Body Products 2309 Strand St.Southern Imports 2121 Strand St.Strand Brass & Christmas on the Strand 2115 Strand St.Surf Styles 2119 Strand St.Tina’s on the Strand 2326 Strand St.Tola Mo’ Bettah Market 2208 Strand St.Way Out West 2317 Strand St.Yaga Mo Bettah Threadz 2109 Strand St.POSTOFFICEANTIQUES AND ARTAffaire de Art 2227 Postoffice St.Clay Cup Studios 409 22nd St.Derek Anderson Studio 2224 Church St.Elizabeth Punches Studio & Gallery 403 22nd St.The Emporium at Eibands 2201 Postoffice St.From the HeArt Gallery 2111 Postoffice St.Galveston Art League 2117 Postoffice St.Heard Gallery 2217 Postoffice St. La Maison Rouge 418 22nd St.Q2 Gallery 2208 Postoffice St.Rene Wiley Gallery 2128 Postoffice St.St. John Antiques 2001 Postoffice St.Upcycle Recycle 416 22nd St.Vacation on Canvas 2204 Postoffice St.FITNESSDonovan & Rebecca 1805 Market St.Island Salt Air 415 22nd St.Urban Fitness 2009 Postoffice St.FOOD/DININGThe Apache 511 20th St.Black Pearl Oyster Bar & Grill 327 23rd St.EatCetera 408 25th St.Galveston Coffee Roasters 532 23rd St.Gumbo Bar 2107 Postoffice St.Hey Mikey’s 2120 Postoffice St.Ile Petite Bakery 2108 Church St.Lolo Kai 528 23rd St.Old Moon Deli & Pies 408 23rd St.Mama Teresa’s Flying Pizza 416 21st St.MOD Coffeehouse 2126 Postoffice St.Press Box 2401 Postoffice St.Rudy & Paco Restaurant & Bar 2028 Postoffice St.Saltwater Grill 2017 Postoffice St.Sky Bar Steak & Sushi 2105 Postoffice St.Star Drug 510 23rd St.Taquilo’s Tex-Mex Cantina 2101 Postoffice St.Trattoria La Vigna 412 20th St.Vargas Cut & Catch 2102 Postoffice St.LIVE THEATERThe Grand Opera House 2020 Postoffice St.NIGHT LIFEJack’s Pub 2406 Postoffice St.Molly’s Pub 2013 Postoffice St.Old Cellar Bar 2013 Postoffice St.O’Malley’s Stage Door 2022 Postoffice St.The Proletariat 2221 Market St.Sharky’s Tavern 504 25th St.The Wine Next Door 418 21st St.SHOPPINGCruz Cortez 2227 Postoffice St.Fit Tri Run 518 23rd St.Fullen Jewelry 2215 Postoffice St.Galveston Bookshop 317 23rd St.ha.ba’s Clothing Store 2213 Postoffice St.Island Brainworks 2220 Postoffice St.The Kitchen Chick 2402 Market St.Luna Home & Gifts 525 22nd St.The Naked Mermaid 2113 Postoffice St.Old Galveston Trading Company 2115 Postoffice St.Outrageous Boutique 405 22nd St.PC Optics 509 23rd St.Style Co 2113 Postoffice St.Tangerine Boutique 2218 Postoffice St.Texaco Collectibles 410 23rd St.TSO Galveston 515 22nd St.The Vinyl Radio Skate Shop 2206 Church St.Visker & Scrivener 406 23rd St.The Witchery 2116 Postoffice St.WEST MARKETANTIQUESAntique Warehouse 423 25th St.Twice Around Treasures 2528 Market St.FITNESSHooked on Acupuncture 2505 Market St.Yoga Haven 2507 Market St.FOOD/DININGDTO 2701 Market St.Gypsy Joynt 2711 Market St.Maceo Spice & Import 2706 Market St.Soul 2 Soul 3104 Market St.SHOPPINGFlea By The Sea 2501 Market St.The Hair Place 2610 Market St.Island Framed 515 25th St.Island Music 407 25th St.Olivine 409 25th St.Urban Resort 411 25th St.TOURSSegCity 519 25th St.46 COASTMONTHLY.COM / August 2018 COASTMONTHLY.COM / August 2018 47FishingA Texas traditionHow one man’s love of fishing turned into a major tournamentStory by Connor Behrens Photos by Stuart VillanuevaWhat Patrick Doyle started in 2003 as a fundraiser for a political campaign has since become a staple fishing event for the Texas City angler community.Each June, hundreds of people turn out for the Patrick F. Doyle Saltwater Invitational Fishing Tournament, which has raised more than $1.1 million for local charities, while also providing proceeds to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. Doyle’s eldest daughter, Allie, has Crohn’s disease.“I wasn’t really a big fan of asking people for donations for running for office, so we con-verted it solely for charitable purposes,” said Doyle, a former county commissioner whose family has produced two Texas City mayors and is known for public service. “There’s an awareness factor, if that makes sense. We bring people together from all over the state to come together and have a good time and raise mon-ey for a cause that needs awareness.”Doyle’s love for fishing began at an early age when his grandfather introduced him to the sport, he said.“When I was a little kid, my grandfather on my mother’s side always took us fishing,” he said. “It never stopped. He was a cool dude.”The tournament’s long-lasting popularity in the community is largely because it’s just a different kind of event for residents, tourna-ment member Carolyn Sunseri said.(Left) Members of the Doyle Boys fishing team, from left, Andrew Doyle, Christopher Doyle, Hunter Matthews and Charles Doyle hold up their catch at the 15th annual Patrick F. Doyle Saltwater Invitational Fishing Tournament at TopWater Grill in San Leon.48 COASTMONTHLY.COM / August 2018“They still want us to continue the tourna-ment,” she said. “And with word of mouth, it’s spread. People enjoy doing it.”Doyle made a conscious effort to start a tournament that was different, he said.“When people are trying to raise money, it’s more geared toward dinner or golfing events and I think we are one of the few that go on the water,” Doyle said. “It gives people the opportunity to take a day off work.”About 57 teams sign up for the tourna-ment each year, and each team pays about $1,100 to participate.“It’s not cheap to go out fishing in the bay,” Doyle said. “But that’s what’s so unique about it.”This year, Doyle is giving a portion of the proceeds to the Santa Fe Education Founda-tion, he said.On May 18, a student shot and killed 10 people and wounded a dozen more at Santa Fe high School, leaving a community shocked and grieving.“It will be designated to establish a fund to create a memorial for the students, teachers and first responders that were either killed or injured on that tragic day,” Doyle said.FishingThe community’s enthusiasm for the tour-nament keeps it alive, and he’s grateful that people continue to participate to help out charities, Doyle said.“You can’t do it unless you have the peo-ple, so their appreciation showed me these folks really enjoy it,” he said. “They don’t mind spending some money for charity. It’s also bringing together the different segments of the state together.” “There’s an awareness factor, if that makes sense. We bring people together from all over the state to come together and have a good time and raise money for a cause that needs awareness.”– Patrick Doyle(Clockwise from top) Patrick Doyle is the creator and host of the Patrick F. Doyle Saltwater Invitational Fishing Tournament. Now in its 15th year, the tournament draws anglers from across the state. The Industry Division Traveling Trophy is one of the awards presented at the tournament. Kimberly Harding lays out her team’s catch. Four-person teams and a guide fish for trout in the Galveston Bay and surrounding areas. COASTMONTHLY.COM / August 2018 49> 281-332-3111 DignityHouston.com <www.prepaidfunerals.texas.govFUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT THE GREATER HOUSTON AREA, INCLUDING:FOREST PARK EAST Funeral Home & Cemetery WEBSTER EACH ONE OF US IS UNIQUE with our own life story to tell. 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