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Big Fish Small Lures

What I have found to be the most successful tactic is to use the smallest lure I can cast and appropriately present to the fish. Both hard and soft lures can be effective. Another key to success is color.

Texas Fishermen Reel In Rare Black Alligator Gar

Justin Jordan and Terrell Maguire reeled in the rare melanistic alligator in a wild experience.

Blackfin Tuna are Back!

Some of the best eating fish in the ocean are back on the menu, and they’re here to stay throughout the summer.

Humbled On The Davidson

Part of the Davidson’s appeal, or its main drawback, is easy access. The river flows roadside through most its publicly accessible length. There is small water in the headwaters accessible only by foot, but for the most part it is a park-and-fish kind of place.

Keys Tarpon On The Move

A typical tarpon season in the Keys ramps up in March and continues into the summer most years. The best months are April and May, at the peak of the spring migration, when large fish are both prevalent and vulnerable to the tactics of anglers.

Take A Kid Fishing Inc.

This organization enhances the lives of underprivileged and fatherless kids through mentoring and by taking them on fishing excursions that are geared and dedicated to them.

World Champion Rod Builder Mark Crouse at ICAST 2022!

We are excited to announce World Champion Rod Builder Mark Crouse will be joining American Tackle at ICAST 2022! Mark will not only be showcasing a variety of amazing rod-building techniques, but also demonstrating different ways to use as well as customized American Tackle Components & products.

Three Tips for Small Water Success

Leverage Simplicity and Mobility to Catch More Bass

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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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A Wade-Fishing Pilgrimage To South Texas

I've traveled all over the Gulf Coast in search of trophy trout. As a self-proclaimed “purist,” 25 miles east of Raymondville, Texas is as good as it gets.

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Under the Sea – Mentoring Young Guns

If all goes well, it will be a fun day, and they will always remember their first fish with pride. Photograph it; celebrate it; enjoy it. Check out some great tips here!

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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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