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Kiawah to Edisto Island Fishing Report For February – Capt John Ward

February is upon us and we are in the last leg of the winter fishing season. This is a great …

Helpful Apps

By Capt. Neil Eisner Smart phones have made our lives easier over the years with all the apps available. There …

Catch More

Capt. Neil Eisner To catch more fish, you need to try to change things up a bite when you’re fishing …

Kiawah to Edisto Island Fishing Report For January – Capt John Ward

With the water temperature stable and holding in the mid to low 50’s , water has been starting to clear …

Riverside Park

By Mike Hammond Recently, a person commented to me that there is not much access on the Caloosahatchee River for …

Kiawah to Edisto Island Fishing Report For December – Capt John Ward

December is here and it has turned into winter overnight. With temperatures changing from 75 to 45 in a short …

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Outfitting Your Boat for Offshore Fishing

Outfitting a boat for offshore fishing can feel overwhelming, but prioritizing safety, education, and reliable equipment is key to success. From investing in quality safety gear and electronics to choosing versatile tackle and learning from experienced boaters, the right preparation helps reduce risk and maximize your time on the water. Check out some great tips here!

Lake Calcasieu—the Model Estuary

Lake Calcasieu, known as “Big Lake,” stands out as a model estuary thanks to its rich blend of river flow and surrounding marshes that create an incredibly fertile ecosystem. This nutrient-driven system supports thriving populations of speckled trout, redfish, and flounder, making it one of the most productive and sought-after fisheries on the Gulf Coast.

The Evolution of Tackle

This article explores the deep historical roots of fishing gear, revealing that basic tools like hooks and rods date back thousands of years to ancient civilizations like Egypt and China. It traces the transition from primitive materials—such as shell hooks and horsehair lines—to modern innovations like fiberglass rods, monofilament lines, and precision-engineered reels. Ultimately, the piece highlights how today's high-tech tackle is a refined evolution of original concepts driven by advanced engineering and new materials.

Don’t Think About This the Next Time You Go Fishing

Fishing is full of quirky superstitions—from “no bananas on the boat” to the dreaded first-cast curse—but whether rooted in history or just habit, they all shape how we experience a day on the water. In the end, belief or not, every angler knows there’s always one more chance… the last cast.

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