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.

New IGFA All-Tackle World Record Pacific White Snook Landed in Mexico

Roman Duenas Marquez landed an incredible 60-pound, 13-ounce Pacific white snook, setting a new IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species.Nov 14th, 2025

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Suzuki Dawn of a New Era

Suzuki Marine’s New Stealth Line™ Outboards Win 2024 Top Products Award From Boating Industry Magazine, Adding Three Popular Models Suzuki … Oct 31st, 2025

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Species Spotlight: Jaguar Guapote

Jaguar Guapote, also known as the jaguar cichlid, is an established non-native species in Florida, particularly in coastal canal systems in the southeastern part of the state, including the Everglades and areas from West Palm Beach south. It is an aggressive, predatory fish that can negatively impact native fish populations and is also a popular sport fish with good culinary value. Nov 13th, 2025

Murrells Inlet: South Carolina’s Best Fishing and Golfing

The inlet itself is an inshore angler’s dream. It’s an enclosed system, one of very few inlets on the east coast free from the influence of the Intracoastal Waterway or coastal rivers. There’s no dirty water flowing in from upstream, and this system of marshes and backwaters is a completely saltwater environment, with no freshwater pumping in to reduce salinity. The result is excellent fishing and exploration of backwater creeks for speckled trout, redfish and the doormat flounder that Murrells Inlet has gained a reputation for.Nov 12th, 2025

Trophy Trout on the Nantahala Bypass

I had just pulled out the camera to take a picture of nice rainbow when, out of the corner of my eye, I saw a huge brown trout come completely out of the water. We all jumped back in the raft, and the Nantahala Nantucket “sleigh ride” was on.Nov 11th, 2025

Go Find Some Fall Reds on the Fly

Fall brings some of the best action of the year for redfish on the fly. The trick is to choose the location wisely. Check out some great tips here!Nov 10th, 2025

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Exploring the Dometic DG3 Gyro: A Comprehensive Overview The Dometic DG3 Gyro is a cutting-edge device that has gained traction … May 20th, 2025

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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Targeting Big Trout

Big speckled trout are a different animal altogether and require a different mindset compared to finding small trout. In the search for big trout, it’s often said that catching lots of small trout means it’s time to move on. But you might not want to leave so fast.Nov 7th, 2025

Helping Reef Fish Survive After Barotrauma

If the catch shows signs of barotrauma, specific steps should be taken to provide the best chance of survival before a fish is returned to the water. Check out some great options here!Nov 7th, 2025

Offshore Fishing with Tampa Bay Buccaneers Stars

NFL meets the open water! Tampa Bay Buccaneers Luke Goedeke, Charlie Heck, and Cody Mauch swapped their helmets for fishing rods on an offshore trip with Captain Clay Shidler of Hang ’Em High Charters in Crystal River, FL. Powered by Suzuki Marine, this crew went after big fish, big laughs, and a day they won’t forget.Nov 6th, 2025

Black Sea Bass Ceviche

Serves 4 FISH 2 black sea bass fillets, skin removed, diced into 1/2-inch pieces 1/2 cup lime juice 1/2 cup …

Florida Lobster Bites with Avocado-Lime Puree

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