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Fellsmere Reservoir: From Farmland to World Class Fishery!

Following the flooding in 2016, FWC stocked the lake with 1 million Florida bass fingerlings, 145,000 black crappie, 374,000 redear sunfish, and 345,000 bluegill to rapidly establish a thriving sportfish population.

Record-Breaking Catch: Ilya Sherbovich’s Snubnose Pompano

Ilya Sherbovich made waves while fishing in the Seychelles, landing an impressive  15-pound, 10-ounce snubnose pompano. This remarkable catch has earned him the IGFA Men’s  20 lb. Tippet Class World Record for the species. After a thrilling 12-minute battle, Ilya weighed the fish on his certified scale and captured stunning photos before safely releasing it back into the water.

Rare Leatherback Sea Turtle Lays Eggs During Daylight on Florida Beach

Daytime nesting is rare for all turtles, making the sight of an endangered leatherback turtle nesting even more exceptional.

Alabama’s Dustin Connell Claims Third Championship Title at Bass Pro Shops REDCREST 2025 at Lake Guntersville

Clanton, Alabama pro goes back-to-back, wins second consecutive REDCREST title with 27 bass weighing 87 pounds, 11 ounces to earn another $300,000 payday

Record-Breaking Catch: Spencer McCormack Lands World-Record Smallmouth Bass

On November 18, 2024, Spencer McCormack made waves in Emmet County, Michigan, by catching a remarkable  7-pound, 1-ounce  smallmouth bass. This impressive catch earned him the IGFA Men’s  12 lb. Tippet Class World Record for the species, surpassing his own previous record of  6-pound, 11-ounces set just last year.

Derek Merricks Ties World Record with 16.54 Inch Black Crappie

Derek Merricks made a remarkable catch while fishing on Buggs Island Lake, Virginia, landing a stunning 16.54-inch black crappie. This impressive fish ties the IGFA All-Tackle Length World Record for the species

National Pediatric Cancer Foundation “Fishing Funds the Cure” Tournaments Raise Awareness and Funds for Crucial Research

These exciting inshore and freshwater fishing tournaments are held in beautiful locations like St. Pete Beach and Sarasota, Florida, San Juan, Puerto Rico, and more. Each event, thoughtfully designed to engage supporters, features a kick-off celebration, angler swag bags, an awards dinner and a silent auction, all dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

Lake Erie’s Big Brown Bass

Lake Erie boasts some of the best smallmouth bass fishing in the world. On this massive lake, the Eastern Basin offers a stellar habitat for bronzebacks.

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Cheeca Lodge and Spa All American Backcountry Tournament Recap

Anglers from all over the United States come to take part in this three-day backcountry event. This year three U.S. Military veterans were hosted to fish in this prestigious tournament.

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Granders Abound in Tropical North Queensland

The waters off tropical North Queensland, including the iconic Great Barrier Reef, are considered the black marlin capital of the world, with many eager sports fishers flocking to the area annually during the storied marlin season.

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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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