While the lures, lines, rods and reels have changed over the years, the technique of working the lure stays the same when you’re walking the dog.

That headline may be a bit of hyperbole, but we’re excited nonetheless! (We do love our reptiles around here at Apalachicola Riverkeeper). The ‘new’ turtle is the Alligator Snapping Turtle.

Anglers don’t usually associate sight fishing with deep water offshore, but keeping an eye and a crab or shrimp peeled can put more fish in the boat.

"Professional" anglers always have the best, latest and greatest fishing equipment available. If you browse any retail outlet for fishing gear you will find tons of items ranging from inexpensive (cheap) to OMG are you kidding!

Three things are critical in fishing. Think of them as PPO: preparation, presentation and observation.

La Paz is the Gateway to the Sea of Cortez, one of the most complete ecosystems on the planet. The area has snorkeling, diving, kayaking, golf, fishing, sailing, camping and mountain biking.

The most important thing when sight fishing to any species of fish is to be able to see the fish clearly.

Learn about the anatomy, reproduction and ecology of the Florida bay scallop.

Each angler has a specific reason for fishing certain baits. The slam of a fish on a spinnerbait, the abrupt stop of a crankbait, the visual explosion of a topwater lure and for us it’s the signal you get from fishing a “feel bait”.

As summer rolls in with the tide, warmer surf temperatures (72 to 82 F) welcome the return of the silver kings to the near-shore waters of the east central coast of Florida.

On the water, eyewear is pretty much a given in this day and age of sun protection for the eyes and the overall body in general. It’s no secret that fishing sunglasses come in a wide range of style and quality, and choosing a pair of shades can be quite challenging.