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Offshore Is On!
The warm weather has officially arrived, and with it, the highly anticipated offshore shift is in full swing. As water temperatures climb, pelagic gamefish and heavy-hitting bottom dwellers are moving into deeper structures, reefs, and wrecks.
Lake Toho Restoration Project Brings New Life to Shorelines
Conservation Florida and Sea & Shoreline have partnered on a major restoration project at East Lake Tohopekaliga, planting more than 250,000 native eelgrass plants across 50 acres of shoreline habitat. The effort will help improve water quality, restore critical fish and wildlife habitat, and support the long-term health of one of the Everglades’ important headwater lakes. The project is expected to benefit anglers, boaters, native wildlife, and the surrounding community for years to come.
The Offshore Shift: When Bass Leave the Bank for Good
As post-spawn heat intensifies, largemouth bass abandon shallow shorelines for deeper structures like ledges and humps to find cooler water. This "offshore shift" requires anglers to swap shallow tactics for deep-water techniques
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Federal Court Halts Atlantic Red Snapper Season Just One Day Before Launch; Florida Pivots State Rules
Florida anglers hoping to kick off Memorial Day weekend with the highly anticipated, newly expanded 39-day Atlantic red snapper season hit an unexpected snag.
Lipless Crankbait vs. the Chatterbait
How Matching the Hatch and the Right Rod Drives Bass Fishing Success
Honoring the Life of Ben Martin
Today we remember and honor Ben Martin, Editor in Chief of Coastal Angler Magazine. His passion, leadership, and love for the outdoor community touched so many. He will be deeply missed. Rest easy, Ben.
Drop It Like It’s Hot 🔥
May 1st marks one of the most anticipated days in the Florida Keys as grouper season officially reopens. From hard-fighting black grouper to tasty red and gag grouper, anglers hit the reefs and wrecks ready for battle. Grouper fishing demands heavy tackle, quick reactions, and respect for the resource, as these powerful fish head straight for the rocks the moment they bite. Whether fishing offshore wrecks or local patch reefs, preparation and conservation are key to keeping this iconic fishery thriving for generations to come.
12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament May 29th – May 31st, 2026
The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returned to Key Largo May 29–31, 2026, bringing together anglers from across the region for an exciting weekend of offshore fishing, big payouts, dockside festivities, and Florida Keys camaraderie.Bucket List: Central Costa Rica and Pacific Sailfish
The Pacific sailfish is one of the most sought-after offshore game fish in Costa Rica. Growing larger than their Atlantic counterpart, sailfish in Costa Rica average 60 to 80 pounds, but big ones can surpass 200 pounds!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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