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Vintage Gear

  by Dick Braun Dad’s Old Tackle Box Well, we’re starting a brand new year of hunting for that treasured …
Reef off Oregon Inlet Planned For Outer Banks Anglers

New Reef off Oregon Inlet Planned For Outer Banks Anglers

A new project may be in the works for Oregon Inlet. A permit for construction of a new artificial reef …
Jacksonville Shell Starship Reef Completes Journey

Jacksonville Shell Starship Reef Completes Journey

Building a better tomorrow.  In early November, 1,500 tons of material were deployed as an artificial reef in the St. …
Conservation and The Season For Giving

The Season For Giving

Get in the giving spirit this Holiday Season! The Holidays are here! In the rush of constant holiday shopping and …
Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park Wins Global Ocean Refuge Award

Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park Wins Global Ocean Refuge Award

At the 2018 Our Ocean Conference in October, representatives from nations around the world and hundreds of marine conservationists gathered, …

The Southside Report ~ For December By Capt. John Ward

Finally some seasonal temperatures have arrived with some cooler nights and mild days, have had the water holding steady in …

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12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament May 29th – May 31st, 2026

The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returned to Key Largo May 29–31, 2026, bringing together anglers from across the region for an exciting weekend of offshore fishing, big payouts, dockside festivities, and Florida Keys camaraderie.

Retention Limit Adjustment: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Angling Category Fishery

NOAA Fisheries is adjusting the Atlantic bluefin tuna daily retention limits for recreational fishermen. The adjusted limits will take effect June 1, 2026, and extend through December 31, 2026, unless modified by later action. NOAA Fisheries may need to take additional action later in the year to further adjust the retention limits or close the fishery.

Go Deep(er)

Think you need heavy conventional gear and 80-lb test to pull big grouper from the deep? Think again. Fishing the 350 to 500+ foot depth range requires a total shift in mindset. Out here, heavy structure isn't the challenge—finding the bait is. Discover why a 20-pound braid, advanced electronics, and a perfectly weighted squid jig are the ultimate secret weapons for targeting deep-water giants.

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Mark, Mike and Jim boat a nice 59 lb. Mahi Bull off Palm Beach

Owen’s First Wahoo

41”snook

20 inch sheepshead