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New Super Reef Completed: A Boost for Louisiana’s Coastline!
The new reef comprises 36 “Super Reefs” designed by Reefmaker, constructed to mimic natural structures and provide essential habitats for marine life. These innovative, pyramid-shaped structures are made of concrete, steel rebar, and limestone rocks, with open windows on each side to allow easy passage for turtles and divers.
Florida’s Chain Pickerel
In the northern parts of our great country, anglers enjoy chasing down enormous pike and elusive musky. We Floridians don’t usually give a second thought, but they are in Florida!
Caroline May Evans’ Record Brook Trout
Caroline May Evans hiked with her father to a high-altitude lake in Salmon, Idaho for a day of trout fishing. Using a nightcrawler, Caroline landed a 36-centimeter brook trout, earning her the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. After measuring the length on her official IGFA Measuring Device, she safely released the fish back into the lake.
Jan Gredysa’s Record-Breaking Summer Flounder
Jan Gredysa experienced a memorable day fishing in Shinnecock, New York, when he landed a 57-centimeter summer flounder. This impressive catch secured Jan the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. Using a Fin-S lure, Jan managed to hook the record flounder and, after a five-minute fight, successfully landed the fish. He then recorded the length on his official IGFA Measuring Device before safely releasing the flounder back into the water.
Amy O’Brien’s Record European Bass
Amy O’Brien made a remarkable catch while fishing off Wexford, Ireland, reeling in a 54-centimeter European bass. This impressive fish earned Amy the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. Using a live mackerel, she managed to boat the record bass after a quick fight. After measuring the length on her official IGFA Measuring Device and capturing the moment with some photos, she safely released the fish back into the water.
Shawn Shapiro’s Record-Setting Red Drum
Shawn Shapiro was fishing the Chesapeake Bay out of Norfolk, Virginia, when he hooked a massive 45.67 inch red drum. Using a live croaker aboard his father’s boat “Sea Mes,” Shawn managed to land this record red drum, setting the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. After measuring the length on his official IGFA Measuring Device and taking a few photos, he safely released the fish back into the bay.
Peter Fox’s Record Northern Pike
Peter Fox had an extraordinary day fishing out of Brabant Lodge in Northwest Territories, Canada. Using a prop fly, Peter hooked and landed an impressive northern pike after an intense battle. Measuring 110 centimeters on his official IGFA Measuring Device, this catch earned Peter the IGFA All-Tackle Length Fly World Record for the species. After documenting the achievement with some photos, Peter safely released the fish back into the water.
Closing Day Statement: 2024 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
As we conclude this 65th anniversary year of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the world’s largest in-water boat show, we extend our gratitude to our exhibitors, sponsors, visitors, elected officials, and the Fort Lauderdale community for contributing to the success of this milestone event.
The Reel Deal wins the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum’s 2025 Celebrity Fishing Tournament
The University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum proudly returned to Islamorada, Florida June 19th through the 21st for a Fan Fest and Celebrity Fishing Tournament.The Heavyweight Experience of Alaska Saltwater Fishing
Alaska saltwater fishing is not for the weak of arm or back. Halibut get big in Alaska; fish reaching weights of 400 pounds, and lengths of 9 feet long.
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