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Best Practices for Catch and Release Tarpon Fishing

Follow these guidelines when tarpon fishing.

Goliath Grouper Workshops

Goliath grouper workshops scheduled August through October; FWC needs your input Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission sent this bulletin …

Boating Safety with EPIRBs and PLBs

Learn how you can improve your boating safety today, with a personal locator beacon. Safety on the Water EPIRBs and …

CCA Florida STAR Focuses on Education & Conservation

The largest family friendly saltwater fishing competition in Florida — The CCA Florida STAR, presented by Yamaha — kicked off on May 27.
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Senate Commerce Committee Advances Billfish Conservation Act

Conservationists and anglers are applauding the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for advancing the Billfish Conservation Act.

Gone Coastal – Knowing How to Catch Giant Tarpon is Half the Battle

Thanks to Florida’s conservation efforts, tarpon populations are currently thriving, but we need your help to keep the population abundant.

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Spearfishing Bluewater Hunting

Bluewater spearfishing is the ultimate test of skill, patience, and nerve. Hunting massive pelagic fish while freediving in the open ocean demands precision, specialized gear, and respect for one of the most exhilarating challenges beneath the surface.

Topsail – July 2026

It has been a wonky June and I’m glad we are moving into the heat of summer. Around Sneads Ferry …

Wrightsville July 2026

JULY IS HOT IN MORE THAN TEMPERATURES. July is as hot as the tempers of recreational and commercial fisherman over …