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OP-ED: Three Card Monty

We have all seen the discharges, the green water, the algae blooms, the bacteria warning signs and we have heard that Florida Bay is dried up and the Everglades is dying. And, it is true, when there are discharges, the estuary suffers. Will these discharges cause the estuary to die and never return?
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Tag Recapture!! GFR3008 Pacific Sailfish, Named “Dash”

Tag Recapture!! GFR3008 Pacific Sailfish, Named “Dash” The Pacific Sailfish (Istiophorus platypterus) named “Dash” (Tag ID: GFR3008) was originally tagged …

The Fisheries We Deserve Based on The Beautiful Addiction

In our angling lives we’ve taken joy in the glories of pure, untouched waters. We love getting away from civilization to one degree or another; we are anglers after all. Unfortunately, we’ve also found nature dirtied and harmed by less than ideal behavior of fellow anglers

St. Lucie County Artificial Reef Program Update: June 2016

The St. Lucie County Artificial Reef Program, assisted by volunteers, continues to prepare the Tug Kathleen for deployment this summer. Cleanup will be thorough in order to prevent potential pollutants from entering Treasure Coast waters.

Take advantage of FREE Florida Fishing Days

Florida Free Fishing Days are just around the corner: Freshwater: June 11 & 12, 2016 | Saltwater: June 4 & 5, 2016.

Turtle season is heating up locally

While sea turtle nesting season in Florida officially runs from March 1 to October 31, the number of nesting turtles visiting our beaches will really start to pick up in May.

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Cobia Caught on Birthday Trip Could Shatter World Record by 40 Pounds

On February 8, a group of anglers celebrating Lucas Tapper's 21st birthday off Southwest Australia hooked a massive cobia weighing 175.49 pounds. If certified by the IGFA, this catch would surpass the 40-year-old all-tackle world record of 135 pounds 9 ounces.

Brandon Palaniuk Clinches Victory at 2025 Champion Power Equipment Bassmaster Elite on Lake Okeechobee

Palaniuk showcased his expert angling techniques, ultimately securing the championship with an impressive final weight. His victory marks a significant achievement in his career, further solidifying his reputation as one of the top competitors in the world of professional bass fishing.