The Atlantic’s roar greets me as I step out our front door and start toward the beach to check out the surf conditions. A series of medium-to- mild cold fronts have helped drop water temperatures into the mid-to-upper sixties along the entire 160 miles of the Indian River Lagoon Coast. These cooler temperatures have stimulated the southbound migration of a host of species, including pompano, whiting, black drum, and flounder that prefer temperate conditions over our normally semi-tropical weather.Brevard EditionDec 30th, 2014
Brevard’s newest business development group is looking for other like-minded individuals who are interested in developing a quality referral network … Brevard EditionDec 1st, 2014
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.Brevard EditionJul 8th, 2014
Their least common but most spectacular strike is the skyrocket. Sometimes you'll hear a crash and see a large splash. Most of the time, though the reel just starts shrieking like a wounded hyena as line streaks out at an appalling rate. Welcome to the wonderful world of king mackerel fishing!Brevard EditionJun 17th, 2014
Once championed as our nation's most diverse body of water (home to more than 600 species of fish), the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) system is in crisis today. Brevard EditionJun 1st, 2014
On Saturday, June 28th, between the hours of 9:00 am and 1:00 pm we will present the 20th Annual Kid’s Fishing Clinic at Port Canaveral.Brevard EditionJun 1st, 2014
I can remember my first fish. I was four years old at the time and we were at a pond near my aunt and uncle’s house. My cousin Dave threw a worm into the water. As the wiggling invertebrate sank a shadow rose up off the bottom and the worm disappeared. The next worm in the water had a hook in it and soon I caught my first fish, a bluegill.Brevard EditionMay 1st, 2014
One of the most valuable tools for the waterperson is a quality pair of polarized sunglasses. The folks at RCI Optics have utilized some of the most advanced materials and lens technology available. From the Italian made Leviathan Series Ballista 2.0 frame material, HELIUS 2.2 RCT high impact lenses, 100% UV A-B-and C polarization, Xiphos 4.0 lens treatments, Mil standard 662 ballistic approved, ANSI Z-87.1 approved, and multi-layer anti reflective coatings RCI has covered every aspect of clarity, polarization and safety. Brevard EditionMay 1st, 2014
