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Waterkeeper Rangers

by John Cassani Our volunteer Waterkeeper Rangers have done a great job the past year, sharing observations of water conditions, …

Going Green with Green Fishing Gear

The aquatic environment is extremely fragile. What we take on our fishing trips, and what we leave behind can have large implications for the fish.

Tiger Shark Continues 37,565-Mile Journey

Traveling the eastern coast of the United States and around Bermuda, the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos, Andy is now the longest tracked tiger shark recorded.

North Carolina Shuts Down Spotted Seatrout Harvest

The spotted seatrout season will remain closed in all waters until June 15th, when it will reopen by proclamation from DMF.

South Atlantic Mutton Snapper Limit Decreases

In January, NOAA Fisheries announced a decrease in the mutton snapper limit and an increase in the minimum size limit for the South Atlantic Fishery.

February Season for Atlantic Sea Bass North of Hatteras?

With stock assessments looking good for black sea bass north of Cape Hatteras, regulators have proposed opening black sea bass for one month this February.

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Swordfish That ‘Looked Like a Dinosaur’ Should Crush the Alabama State Record by 102 Pounds

The six-man crew aboard the Trading Desk, a 60-foot Hatteras, left Alabama's Orange Beach Marina around mid-morning on Aug.

Legend Flip Pallot Passes

The Fishing World lost one of its heroes as Flip Pallot passed away on August 26th, 2025. Flip inspired generations of anglers to pursue excellence and cherish the wonders and beauty of nature.

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Cruising the Abacos – An Adventure in Paradise

The Islands of the Bahamas are a paradise! The time to go is when an event is happening and with a shallow-draft boat to enjoy all the gorgeous islands.