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Learning to Fly – Choosing Your Reel, Backing Line

Choosing the right fly reel is commonly considered to be the least difficult part of getting outfitted for fly fishing. Nonetheless, it is important.

Central Florida Angler Bobby Lane Claims Victory at Bass Pro Tour Tournament

Rising from 10th place after Day One, Lakeland professional angler Bobby Lane outperformed his rivals to secure the championship at the Bass Pro Tour in Leesburg over the weekend.

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Foundation Outdoor Group Dedicates Education Center to Long-Time Instructor & Friend

Curt Baker Memorial Education Center Announced with Friends and Family in Attendance

Massive Great White Shark Haunts Kayak Angler For Miles!

Encountering the sea's largest apex predator was both a terrifying and amazing experience. I'm glad to be back on land in one piece (all limbs and digits included) “Nga mihi Tangaroa!”

New State Record Yellow Perch Caught in Chesapeake Division by Baltimore County Angler

Angler Breaks 1979 Record with 2.3-Pound Catch in Lower Susquehanna River!

New IGFA World Record: Agnieszka Szelag’s Impressive Common Carp Catch

On September 13, 2024, Agnieszka Szelag made waves while fishing the Rio Ebro in Spain, reeling in a stunning 6.85-kilogram (15-pound, 1-ounce) common carp. This impressive catch earned her the IGFA Women’s 1-kg (2 lb.) Line Class World Record for the species. After a thrilling 50-minute battle on ultralight line, Agnieszka safely recorded the weight on her certified scale and released the fish back into the water.

Captain Nick LaBadie Hooks Potential World Record Barracuda in Key West

On January 31, 2025, Captain Nick LaBadie was fishing off Key West, Florida, when he landed an impressive 141-centimeter great barracuda using a fly rod. This catch could potentially secure the IGFA All-Tackle Length Fly World Record for the species. After an intense battle, Nick hooked the barracuda on a needlefish fly and successfully recorded its length on his official IGFA Measuring Device before safely releasing the fish. The record is currently pending review.

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28th Annual Keys Kids Fishing Derby

  The Islamorada Charter Boat Association put on another great event for 95 anglers ages 0-10 years old in the …

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Blue Ridge Mountain Lakes are Calling

Stripers from 20 to 40 pounds show up regularly on this reservoir outside Blairsville, Georgia. The elusive 50-plus-pounder is what everyone seeks, and very lucky anglers just might find it trolling bluebacks, big gizzard shad or trout.

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Goliath Grouper: Return of the Gentle Giants

While our reefs are home to a few “resident” goliath grouper that are spotted consistently throughout the year, one by one more and more of these fish begin arriving as summer starts to fade away into fall. Goliaths begin arriving as early as July, and are only here for a short period of time, often leaving as the last days of September tick away.

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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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