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NOAA Fisheries Denies Longline Permit in Florida Closed Zone

NOAA Fisheries Denies Longline Permit in Florida Closed Zone

NOAA Fisheries recently denied an Exempted Fishing Permit (EFP) that would have allowed pelagic longline (PLL) vessels into the East …

Tug Penobscot becomes Brause Girls Reef

Tug Penobscot converted to artificial reef by MCAC Reef Fund.

FWC UPDATE: Catch and Release Reminders

Fishing efforts in Florida have increased dramatically over the past decade, making it more important than ever to practice effective catch-and-release techniques to reduce fishing impacts.

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

I can not imagine a better month to be an outdoorsman in coastal South Carolina. We are starting to get …
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.

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A Trout Fisher’s Guide to Catching Striped Bass on the Fly

Scenario: you fish tiny streams for trout, but your Instagram has been littered with photos of monster striped bass recently and it’s piqued your interest. Check out some great tips here!

Read The February Issue!

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The Best Destinations for Freshwater Fishing

Prepare your pen and paper because, in this article, I will mention some of these mind-blowing places I visited which will captivate your hearts and minds.

Let’s Go Crappie’n on Lake Okeechobee

By Capt. Robin Clegg With the January cold comes Crappie’n on Lake Okeechobee. Fishing with lights at night or jigging …