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Vegetation Enhancement On Lake Gaston Continues

Vegetation Enhancement On Lake Gaston Continues

Since 2013, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, along with volunteers and other entities, has been enhancing native aquatic vegetation in …

SLC Artificial Reef Update: Voici Bernadette

Progress continues on the preparation of the 180-foot freighter, Voici Bernadette, for artificial reefing on St. Lucie County’s deepwater artificial reef site.
Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park A Model For Marine Ecosystem Protection

Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park A Model For Marine Ecosystem Protection

The Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park was the first National Park in The Bahamas. It was also the first …

The Southside Report ~ September Fishing Forecast for Kiawah, Seabrook & North Edisto Islands

September reef fishing looks to be steady and action packed. Start at the 30 foot depths and keep moving depths …

International Coastal Cleanup Day

by Mike Hammond Most paddlers and anglers I know, help clean up trash whenever they are on the Calusa Blueway. …
Shore-Based Shark Fishing

Opinions Sought Shore-Based Shark Fishing

Have an opinion on shore-based shark fishing? Now is the time to share. FWC is gathering public input on shore-based …

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Mouse It’s What’s For Dinner

For those looking to take fly fishing for trout to a whole new level, consider mousing. Mousing refers to fishing for trout with large topwater patterns meant to mimic small rodents. It is a tactic best utilized at night, when nocturnal rodents forage.

Classic Surf Pompano Rigs

I prefer pompano rigs with two hooks and a 1- to 3-ounce pyramid sinker as the anchor. Pyramid sinkers dig deeper into the sand than bell or barrel types and should be just heavy enough to prevent your rig from walking back to shore. Keep a few different weights at your disposal and adjust accordingly.

It’s An Addiction: The Summer Surf

The Texas summer surf can spoil a newcomer in a heartbeat and it's what the seasoned surf angler typically awaits each year.