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Fish & Fishing – Assume Nothing

A small sign on the corner of my attorney’s desk warns his clients to “Assume Nothing.” That caveat is just as valid on the water as it is in the practice of law.

Fish & Fishing – Drum Fish

The drum fish sometimes has a dark blue color to it and is therefore sometimes called a blue drum, although the more widely known name is the black drum.

Sharks Approach Surfers

Drone footage shows sharks approaching surfers and paddle boarders near the Fort Pierce Inlet in Fort Pierce, Florida. At one point a big shark nearly attacks a smaller shark right next to a surfer.

Baby It’s Cold Outside – How to Dress for Winter Kayak Fishing

By Jeff Anderson: Fishing the colder months of winter certainly has advantages. Most noticeable is the lack of crowds. This …

Snook Released In Sarasota

In late November, scientists with the Mote Marine Laboratory released 320-hatchery reared snook into a Sarasota Creek as part of …

FWC Certifies First State Record Mayan Cichlid

FWC biologists certified the first state record Mayan cichlid in late November. Jonathan Johnson, of Fort Myers, caught the 2.37-pound …

Improving Life On Seawalls

An architecture professor at the University of Kansas is experimenting with a novel idea that might help restore some of …

Now that’s what you call bycatch!

100-Pound Cat On 8-Pound Test California angler Noy Vilanysane must have been more than a little surprised when he hooked …

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Junior Angler Secures the Win in the 2026 Chub Cay Open

Teenager Jack Morino led team Sempre Duro to victory at the 2026 Chub Cay Open, securing both the tournament title and the Junior Angler trophy after a clutch blue marlin release. The 21-boat fleet saw intense competition in the Bahamas, with Gina Lisa and Marlin Brando rounding out the top three. Tournament Director Robert "Fly" Navarro noted excellent conditions for the event, which now leads into the series finale, the Chub Cay Invitational, on April 9–11.

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Cotton Tree Lodge, Belize

Time to accept a new concept, bucket list trips that are completely kid friendly and have all the bucket needs associated with the once in a life time experience. Now, add the twist of letting the kids dream up the place, with one limitation, of course, fish!

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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.

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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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