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September’s Weather

By: Capt. Bart Marx Being able to go offshore for snapper this month with decisively depend on the weather. On …

Artificial Reefs Key To Alabama’s Snapper Fishing

The key to Alabama’s phenomenal red snapper fishing is the more than 1,000 square miles just off the coast that are designated artificial reef zones.

Hooked Bird? Don’t Cut the Line!

Even if you take precautionary steps to avoid it, sometimes you might hook a bird by accident. That’s when it’s important to remember—don’t cut the line and let the bird fly away with it attached. This can lead to entanglement, resulting in the death of that bird and possibly others as well. Instead, follow these simple steps to unhook the bird

August Heats Up

By: Capt. Bart Marx August in Southwest Florida and things are heating up. By now most of the large schools of …

Chasing Tarpon

By: Capt. Bart Marx The tarpon that have traveled from the Caribbean to Boca Grande Pass should be close to …

Castnets and Livewells

By: Capt. Bart Marx The waters have warmed up nicely and the bait has moved into the local waters and …

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Swordfish That ‘Looked Like a Dinosaur’ Should Crush the Alabama State Record by 102 Pounds

The six-man crew aboard the Trading Desk, a 60-foot Hatteras, left Alabama's Orange Beach Marina around mid-morning on Aug.

Legend Flip Pallot Passes

The Fishing World lost one of its heroes as Flip Pallot passed away on August 26th, 2025. Flip inspired generations of anglers to pursue excellence and cherish the wonders and beauty of nature.

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Cruising the Abacos – An Adventure in Paradise

The Islands of the Bahamas are a paradise! The time to go is when an event is happening and with a shallow-draft boat to enjoy all the gorgeous islands.