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Weston Lands World Record-Breaking Muskie on Mille Lacs Lake

Art Weston, while fishing with guide Nolan Sprengeler on Minnesota's Mille Lacs Lake, caught a colossal muskellunge measuring 138 centimeters. This impressive fish, measured on Art's Official IGFA Measuring Device, earned him the IGFA All-Tackle Length World Record for the species. After a brief yet intense struggle, Art successfully boated the muskie, documented its length, and released it safely back into the lake.

Kwak’s Record-Breaking Pacific Halibut

On August 24, 2024, Kyle Kwak shattered the IGFA Men’s Junior World Record for Pacific halibut with a monumental 59.59-kilogram (131-pound, 6-ounce) catch. While fishing in Dixon Entrance near Ketchikan, Alaska, Kyle's record-setting halibut took a strip of salmon belly bait as he fished with Captain Colby Witt. This remarkable catch surpassed the previous record by over 7 pounds.

Sportfishing Industry Pleased with Withdrawal of Vessel Speed Rule, More Work to be Done

NOAA Fisheries formally withdrew a proposed rule that would have had dire consequences on public access to fishing along much of the eastern seaboard. The North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule, originally published in the Federal Register in 2022, would have limited vessels larger than 35 feet from traveling faster than 10 knots (11.5 mph). The proposed speed restrictions would have governed coastal waters from Massachusetts to Florida and been in effect for roughly half the year.

Safe Fish Handling Tips

Knowing how to safely handle and release fish is just as important as being able to catch fish. Below are a few tips that will help any angler.

Learning from Mistakes

One of the slowest ways to learn is learning from your own mistakes… but some of them will be priceless over time and hopefully, you’ll laugh at yourself.

Fly of the Month: Conner’s Nutter Butter

The Nutter Butter is a great pattern that falls toward the natural color palette, featuring mostly tans and browns and natural material like coyote fur. Something I have noticed is these subtle colors can draw a strike when brighter colors will not, making streamers like the Nutter Butter a staple for any streamer fisher’s box.

Surf Expo Showcases Innovation, Sustainability, and Vibrant Industry Momentum

Surf Expo’s first event of 2025 was held January 8–10 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Attracting over 750 exhibitors and thousands of retail buyers, the show provided an unparalleled platform for networking, business growth, and industry innovation. With strong engagement from both new and established brands, major retailers, and independent shops, Surf Expo once again confirmed its role as the premier gathering for the watersports and coastal lifestyle industries.

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Back in Business wins Islamorada Fishing Club’s Captains Cup Sailfish Tournament

  The Islamorada Fishing Club welcomed 46 anglers for the Islamorada Fishing Club Captain’s Cup Sailfish Tournament on January 15th.  …

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Dry Tortugas Are a Hidden Jewel

The seven small islands that make up the Dry Tortugas lie 70 miles due west of Key West, a fisherman’s and naturalist’s paradise. These are hidden jewels.

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Speargun Loading Tips

It’s not uncommon to struggle with speargun loading, you may think they made the bands too short. If you give it time & use the right method, it's easy.

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That GOAT’s Six Million Dollar Boat!

Lets take a look at Tom Brady's Six Million Dollar Yacht

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