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Hogfish Conservation Effective Aug. 24

A new management boundary and several conservation measures for hogfish will go into effect in state and federal waters starting Aug. 24.

Stay Safe with Cuda First Aid Kits

FIERCE. TOUGH. PROVEN. Stay safe with Cuda First Aid Kits Available in three sizes – personal, inshore, and offshore – …

Anglers For Conservation Upcoming Events

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Tagged Cobia Turns Up Healthy After 452 Days

Here’s a pretty cool research tidbit from Gray Fish Tag Research, an organization that tags varied species worldwide to keep track of their movements.

Fall Gag Season Approved for Four Counties

The FWC has approved gag recreational harvest in state waters off Franklin, Wakulla, Jefferson and Taylor counties from Sept. 1 through Dec. 31.

National Hunting and Fishing Day

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The Evolution of Tackle

This article explores the deep historical roots of fishing gear, revealing that basic tools like hooks and rods date back thousands of years to ancient civilizations like Egypt and China. It traces the transition from primitive materials—such as shell hooks and horsehair lines—to modern innovations like fiberglass rods, monofilament lines, and precision-engineered reels. Ultimately, the piece highlights how today's high-tech tackle is a refined evolution of original concepts driven by advanced engineering and new materials.

Haddrell’s Point and Tackle Offshore Report – April

By Captain Mike Able, Contributing Writer Whew, we made it!! Made it past March that is! For me, I feel …

Topsail – April 2026

With the weather warming with the arrival of Spring, I like to get back to throwing a lot more topwater …

Crystal Coast – April 2026

April is a much anticipated month here on the Crystal Coast of NC. It’s always the time when warm Spring …