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Barracuda conservation measures for South Florida begin Nov. 1, 2015

FWC new recreational and commercial bag limits for barracuda for waters off south Florida to limit bag limits to two fish per person and daily vessel limit of six fish per vessel set to begin Nov. 1. The changes will apply in state and federal waters off Collier, Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Martin counties only
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Tuna Action Makes Comeback in Costa Rica

Tuna fishing in Costa Rica Yellowfin tuna will always hold a very special place in my heart, and on my …

Burmese Pythons: On the Move

It is well known that Florida is home to a wide range of non-native plants and animals. The Burmese python is one of these that has established a foothold.

Gray FishTag Research Doing Well

In the fast rising sportfishing capital of the world, Costa Rica, the Gray FishTag Research program was launched in late …
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Healthy Ecosystems for Healthy Fish Populations

Closed seasons, size limits, and bag limits will mean nothing if we don’t work harder to conserve all of the various puzzle pieces that our gamefish use throughout their lives.

FWC Updates: Snook season opens Sept. 1, 2015

Snook season in Florida reopens Sept. 1, 2015. Before heading out, here’s a quick review of the regulations: Besides a recreational fishing license, you’ll need a snook permit; bag limit, 1 per day; size limit, not less than 28" total length (TL) or more than 32" TL; season ends Dec. 14 at midnight.

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Haddrell’s Point and Tackle Offshore Report – May

Conservation-Minded May Conservation-Minded by Captain Mike Able, Contributing Writer The month of May brings many opportunities to the outdoor enthusiast! …

Topsail – May 2026

I’m going talk about a basic lure that should be in everyone’s tackle box if fishing inshore. That is the …

Crystal Coast – May 2026

By now the Anglers of the Crystal Coast of NC are super excited that Spring fishing is in full swing! …

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