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Gulf Amberjack Closed Until August

FWC instituted a new season structure for 2018. ...the greater amberjack season in Florida state waters of the Gulf is closed through June and July. It will reopen Aug. 1 and remain open through Oct. 31.

New Regs For Santee Stripers

South Carolina legislators enacted new regulations in May for striped bass in the Santee River system. The changes extend the period in which striped bass may be caught and implement a slot limit for keeper fish.

On The Water with FECOP

FECOP’s Director of Science Appointed to Head INCOPESCA What is surely a loss for FECOP is a gain for Costa …

Kerry Dillon Tugboat Reef arrives on the Treasure Coast

Reef project honors SHIP founding board member and renowned diver Kerry Dillon who passed suddenly last summer,

National Fishing Boating Week – Florida-Free Fishing Days

Free fishing days are a perfect opportunity for beginners and out-of-state visitors to try-out fishing for the first time.

A Mangrove Misunderstanding: Part 2

by Leif Johnson With the sun rising ever higher overhead, we go about our work, yelling measurements, ID numbers, and …

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

The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returns 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.

FWC announces winners of the School Fishing Program’s Fishing & Conservation Challenge

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) School Fishing Program congratulates the winners of the Fishing & Conservation Challenge. This pastschool year, students across the state completed various projects focused on conservation and ethical angling such as cleaning up their local waterway, practicing catch and release, and passing on their knowledge of fishing to younger students.

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

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20 inch sheepshead