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FWC Discusses Extended Spawning Closure Inside Special Permit Zone

At its December meeting in Gainesville, the FWC discussed a draft change to extend the spawning season closure for permit inside the Special Permit Zone.

100,000 Pounds of Gizzard Shad Removed Lake Apopka

The St. Johns River Water Management District funds the harvest to help restore water quality and improving habitat for desirable game fish.

Oyster Restoration Season

It’s oyster restoration season again and as temperatures start to fall volunteers will be constructing oyster modules for placement around the Indian River Lagoon. 

A Paddling Mini-Vacation

By Mike Hammond With cooler weather here, camping along the Calusa Blueway becomes a delight. One of our favorite campgrounds …

Connect the Dots

By Kelly Melillo Sweeting Do you ever look up at the night sky and search for your favorite constellation? Look …

View from Rookery Bay

By Dr. Judith Hushon In the weeks since Irma, the weather has been beautiful out on Rookery Bay, usually with …

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Fishing the Second Shift

As we make the transition from spring to out right summer, it's not uncommon to have the temps climb into the middle or upper 90s during the heat of the day. This is the time of year that I really like to get the boat loaded and start the trip late in the afternoon, and fish well into the night. Check out some great tips here!

Okeechobee Report & Forecast

By Capt. Angie Douthit Over the past few months, Okeechobee’s water level has continued to drop, despite the past few …

Boca Granda Pass, Charlotte Harbor, and the Flats Report & Forecast

By Capt. Dave Stephens Without a doubt, May is probably one of my favorite months to fish Charlotte Harbor. Our …

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

Owen’s First Wahoo

41”snook

20 inch sheepshead