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ANGLERS FOR CONSERVATION!

As we turn the corner into March, anglers from coast to coast are making sure their gear and tackle are …

Fishing line and tackle disposal – It’s about more than just monofilament

When left in the aquatic environment, fishing line and tackle create potential traps for unsuspecting wildlife that can become entangled and snared, leading to injury and death

Gulf Seasons Changes for Amberjack, Gray Trigger, and Gag

With the coming of 2017, several recreational fishing season changes in Gulf waters went into effect. The Florida Fish and …

Workshop Set On Managing Private Lands to Improve Wild Turkey Habitat

The public is invited to a Breakfast on the Back Forty workshop on Feb. 23, in Okaloosa County about how to improve wild turkey habitat on private lands.

Why are Whales Stranding in the Gulf?

By: Matt Love In recent months, two young sperm whales stranded themselves along the coast of Louisiana. These events highlight …

Catch and Release Tips

Practicing proper catch and release is an important part of being a good steward of the flats fisheries. How you handle fish in a catch and release fishery has an impact, and can make a difference in whether a fish survives or not post-release. Just because a fish swims away from the boat doesn't mean they are in the clear!

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Attention North Carolina Anglers: Key Changes to Fishing Laws and Mandatory Harvest Reporting

North Carolina fishing regulations have important updates concerning mandatory reporting for several key species and the seasonal limits for flounder. Here is what recreational and commercial fishermen need to know:

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