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Edisto River Rites of Passage

Growing up in Charleston as a kid, the Edisto River holds a great deal of nostalgia for me. As the …

FWC: 2018 Lionfish Challenge

The 2018 Lionfish Challenge starts May 19 and rewards lionfish harvesters with prizes for removing lionfish.

FWC Update: Grouper and Atlantic Hogfish Seasons Re-Open May 1

May openings and closures.

SLC Artificial Reef volunteers build modules, fishery assessment; coastal partnership update

In early March, 41 volunteers created another 500 oyster reef modules in less than three hours.

Saltwater fishing clinics are for everyone

The FWC hosts fishing clinics for everybody. Participants learn everything they need to know to fish on their own while conserving Florida's marine resources, from knot tying and fishing tackle to conservation efforts and marine habitats.
Python Scourge

Florida’s Python Scourge

Last month, a Burmese python swallowing and regurgitating a deer fawn made national news when photos were released by the Conservancy of Southwest Florida.

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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!

Peacock Bass: South Florida’s Best Kept Secret

Florida’s peacock bass fishery, created by stocking efforts in the 1980s, has quietly become a major success—producing hard-fighting, colorful gamefish that thrive in South Florida canals and offer anglers a unique, world-class experience close to home. Check out some great catches here!

For A Great Fight, Try the Rooster Fish

If you want a fight you won’t forget, target roosterfish. These inshore beasts crush baits and go on screaming runs—pure sport, all adrenaline.

Spring Flounder Trickle

While the fall flounder run is a well-known spectacle, the spring return is a more subtle "trickle" that begins as early as late February. Unlike the concentrated mass exodus of the fall, spring flounder gradually re-enter estuaries through passes and channels, eventually spreading throughout the bays from deep ledges to shallow marsh guts. This transition period offers excellent opportunities for anglers willing to brave the spring winds, using sinking lures for deep water early in the season and shallow-water shrimp imitations as temperatures rise.

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Owen’s First Wahoo

41”snook

20 inch sheepshead

ELLE with a snook