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Mud Hole Hosts CCA’s 26th Annual Orlando BBQ Fundraiser
The event entertained 150 guests and raised $30,000 in funds to support CCA Florida initiatives.
Maryland Fishing Report: Plenty of Options During August Striped Bass Closure
Maryland's Chesapeake Bay striped bass closure doesn't mean the fishing has slowed down. White perch, catfish, bass and northern snakehead are providing anglers with plenty of opportunities during the August heat.
North Carolina’s Recreational Flounder Season Opens September 1
North Carolina's 2026 recreational flounder season opens September 1 and runs through September 14. Anglers can keep one flounder per day, with a 15-inch minimum size limit.
Florida Announces 2026 Gulf Greater Amberjack Season
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has modified the 2026 recreational greater amberjack season in Gulf state waters, with the season now scheduled to run from September 1 through October 13. The season will close at 12:01 a.m. on October 14.
Florida, Georgia and South Carolina Seek Greater Control Over Red Snapper Fishery
NOAA Fisheries opened a public comment period yesterday, August 10, on three applications from Florida, Georgia and South Carolina that could give the states additional flexibility to manage their recreational South Atlantic red snapper fisheries.
Fishing Lake Jessup: Where Big Bass Swim in Gator Country
Lake Jessup offers anglers a unique Florida fishing experience, combining quality bass fishing with one of the state's most impressive alligator populations. Just outside Orlando, this wild and scenic lake is a true taste of Old Florida.
Lake Michigan Salmon Fishing Remains Strong as Late Summer Patterns Set In
Late-summer salmon fishing is heating up on Lake Michigan, with anglers reporting strong catches of Chinook salmon along ports including Manistee, Ludington, Frankfort, and Onekama. Early mornings and evenings continue to offer the best action as the fishery builds toward the fall salmon run.
Maryland Closes Chesapeake Bay Striped Bass Fishery for August
Maryland's annual Chesapeake Bay striped bass closure is in effect through August, giving the iconic fish a break during the hottest weeks of summer. Anglers are encouraged to target other popular species until the fishery reopens September 1.
Fleur de Lis Wins the 2026 Florida Panhandle Billfish Series
In a tight contest, Fleur de Lis came out on top to win the 3rd annual Florida Panhandle Billfish Series. The Hatteras 63 GT, based in nearby Orange Beach, Alabama, fished all three events of the Emerald Coast series, developed to highlight the big-game fishing opportunities off Florida’s Panhandle.Bucket List: Central Costa Rica and Pacific Sailfish
The Pacific sailfish is one of the most sought-after offshore game fish in Costa Rica. Growing larger than their Atlantic counterpart, sailfish in Costa Rica average 60 to 80 pounds, but big ones can surpass 200 pounds!Spearfishing Bluewater Hunting
Bluewater spearfishing is the ultimate test of skill, patience, and nerve. Hunting massive pelagic fish while freediving in the open ocean demands precision, specialized gear, and respect for one of the most exhilarating challenges beneath the surface.Sarasota Police Officer Leaps into Action to Stop Unmanned Boat in Dramatic Rescue
The unmanned boat was cruising in circles up to 40 mph off the Gulf Coast in Sarasota.
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