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Manatee Migration

As the leaves turn gold and red, and frosty fingers weave their way North, a different scene indicates the soon arrival of colder weather through Florida.

December/January E-Magazine is now LIVE!

December/January E-Magazine is now live for viewing online and we want to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season and to expect physical magazines mid-December.

Fish On

by Fishin’ Frank Dad starts reeling in a fish, so I go to reel in the other.  Too late, I …

Recreational harvest of red snapper to reopen Dec. 8, 9 & 10, 2017

Recreational harvest of red snapper in South Atlantic federal waters will reopen for three days in December 2017

St. Lucie County Artificial Reef Program: Recovery from Hurricane Irma

Hurricane Irma showed the effectiveness of the Indian Hills Stormwater Treatment Area (STA) in cleaning stormwater...

Red Snapper Season Returning to the Atlantic?

Recreational limit would be a fish per person a day. The recreational sector is allocated 71.93 percent of the total catch limit of 42,510 fish for 2017.

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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.