Columbia Fishing & Outdoors

Columbia, the Capital City of SC, is centrally located in the state in an area called the Midlands.  This region offers a variety of fishing opportunities practically year-round on the beautiful fresh water lakes, rivers and streams that saturate the area. And when our weather changes to the slightly cooler temperatures of Fall, anglers become hunters and head into the woods for some serious hunting.

Ladies Drum Up Action In The Louisiana Marsh

Redfish and black drum are thick in the Louisiana marshes all year, but the season for the monsters runs from September to January, when big fish move from offshore into the marsh following migrating baitfish. When the baitfish show up inshore, the big fish won’t be far behind.Jan 30th, 2025

Read The January Issue!

Read the latest issue in your area!Jan 15th, 2025

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Dry Tortugas Are a Hidden Jewel

The seven small islands that make up the Dry Tortugas lie 70 miles due west of Key West, a fisherman’s and naturalist’s paradise. These are hidden jewels.Jan 29th, 2025

Safe Fish Handling Tips

Knowing how to safely handle and release fish is just as important as being able to catch fish. Below are a few tips that will help any angler.Jan 28th, 2025

The Gray Ghost in Exuma

Exuma is centrally located in the island chain of The Bahamas. Exuma is an interesting place to bonefish to say the leastJan 27th, 2025

Learning from Mistakes

One of the slowest ways to learn is learning from your own mistakes… but some of them will be priceless over time and hopefully, you’ll laugh at yourself. Jan 24th, 2025

Latest In Columbia Fishing and Outdoors

Fisherman Lands World-Record Super Cow

On a long-range fishing trip from San Diego, Earl Gill IV landed an extraordinary yellowfin tuna weighing 443 pounds—a staggering 16 pounds more than the existing world record for a yellowfin caught on rod and reel.Dec 2nd, 2024

Head South For Big Fish This Winter

As the holidays approach and temperatures drop, many will feel the need to scratch that fishing itch. There is no better place to catch your next trophy this winter than down in sunny south Florida.Nov 26th, 2024

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Craig Williams Secures World Record with a 10-pound Snubnose Pompano

On October 12, 2024, Craig Williams achieved a remarkable feat by landing a 4.62-kilogram (10-pound, 3-ounce) snubnose pompano while fishing in Dampier, Australia. This impressive catch earned him the IGFA Men’s 3-kg (6 lb.) Line Class World Record for the species. The pompano was enticed by Craig's crab fly, and after a brief battle, he successfully landed the fish. Craig then recorded its weight on his certified scale before safely releasing it back into the water.Jan 23rd, 2025

Fly of the Month: Conner’s Nutter Butter

The Nutter Butter is a great pattern that falls toward the natural color palette, featuring mostly tans and browns and natural material like coyote fur. Something I have noticed is these subtle colors can draw a strike when brighter colors will not, making streamers like the Nutter Butter a staple for any streamer fisher’s box.Jan 22nd, 2025

Surf Expo Showcases Innovation, Sustainability, and Vibrant Industry Momentum

Surf Expo’s first event of 2025 was held January 8–10 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Attracting over 750 exhibitors and thousands of retail buyers, the show provided an unparalleled platform for networking, business growth, and industry innovation. With strong engagement from both new and established brands, major retailers, and independent shops, Surf Expo once again confirmed its role as the premier gathering for the watersports and coastal lifestyle industries.Jan 20th, 2025