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Winter Smallmouth Love River Pockets! ❄️
As water temps drop, bass move into slower bank-side pockets and back eddies where they can rest and let the current bring food to them. Target these areas with a hair jig, fish it slow along the bottom, and use light line for better sensitivity. Give each pocket 15–30 minutes — you might be surprised how productive winter fishing can be! 🎣
Florida Anglers Cheer Potential 39-Day Atlantic Red Snapper Season After Years of Short Closures
Anglers and fishing charter operators along Florida’s Atlantic coast are celebrating a major step toward a longer recreational Atlantic red snapper season in 2026, potentially ending years of very short seasons under federal limits.
Hook, Line & Dine in New Orleans: Venice Yellowfin to a Commander’s Palace Feast
We ran offshore from Venice at dawn, boxed up Gulf yellowfin by midday, and ended the day at Commander’s Palace—where our fresh catch became a true New Orleans feast.
Unknown Giants of the Mediterranean
Mallorca, a small island in the Mediterranean Sea next to the Strait of Gibraltar. It´s a place where nobody expects much. But we proved once again, why it is one of the hidden gems of sport fishing.
Endless Wishes: Why the Ultimate Bucket-List Fishing Trip Is Right Outside My Door
What if the ultimate bucket-list fishing trip didn’t require a passport? From offshore pelagics to back-bay favorites, Southwest Florida offers endless opportunities—every day of the year. Capt. Kevin Deiter reflects on why the best fishing adventures might be closer to home than you think.
Fishing for Monster Winter Bass on Lake Guntersville
Lake Guntersville, Alabama, is legendary among bass anglers nationwide—and for good reason. Consistently ranked as one of the top bass fisheries in the U.S. and host of the 2014 Bassmaster Classic, Guntersville is famous for producing giant largemouth bass, especially from late winter through early spring.
Florida Freeze Triggers Widespread Snook Kill, Raising Concerns for Inshore Fisheries
A recent Florida freeze has triggered widespread snook mortality, with anglers reporting dead and cold-stunned fish across inshore waters. Biologists are still assessing the full impact on snook populations.
Brook Oliva Appointed to CCA Florida’s Management Committee
Florida Native and Avid Outdoorsman Excited to Advance Efforts for Conservation
Killbox wins Islamorada Sailfish Tournament
The tournament brought steady excitement on the water as well with strong performances across both divisions.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.Surviving Cold Water Shock
Cold water shock is the real killer in winter boating accidents, not hypothermia. The initial gasp reflex can overwhelm you in seconds, leading to rapid drowning if you’re unprepared. Learn how to control your breathing, use the HELP position, and apply survival techniques like the carpet formation to conserve heat, save energy, and dramatically increase your chances of survival in cold water emergencies.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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