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Restoring Beyond the Shore is Critical to Gulf Recovery

When the Deepwater Horizon exploded four summers ago, we all watched as BP’s well endlessly poured gallon after gallon of oil into the Gulf of Mexico.

Yellowstone Cutthroat Fighting For Survival

For more than eight years, the effort to re-establish populations of the iconic Yellowstone cutthroat trout to their native Yellowstone Lake has been ongoing.

“Why are you killing that beautiful fish?”

The lionfish invasion in Florida’s waters... a brief review and update

Barotrauma: Feeling a little Bloated?

Have you ever hooked a fish, reeled it to the surface, and gone to release it, only to watch the fish simply float away? You may have just witnessed the effects of barotrauma.

Become A Responsible Angler

Being a saltwater angler isn’t just about fishing during your free time, it’s about sustainably fishing.

Stranding of Dolphins, Manatees and Whales

Interview with Marine Mammal Expert Dr. Ruth H. Carmichael on the Stranding of Dolphins, Manatees and Whales

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Mouse It’s What’s For Dinner

For those looking to take fly fishing for trout to a whole new level, consider mousing. Mousing refers to fishing for trout with large topwater patterns meant to mimic small rodents. It is a tactic best utilized at night, when nocturnal rodents forage.

Classic Surf Pompano Rigs

I prefer pompano rigs with two hooks and a 1- to 3-ounce pyramid sinker as the anchor. Pyramid sinkers dig deeper into the sand than bell or barrel types and should be just heavy enough to prevent your rig from walking back to shore. Keep a few different weights at your disposal and adjust accordingly.

How Alligators Catch Fish

The alligator has been around for over 37 million years, in which time it has perfected its hunting skills.

Surviving Freediver Blackout

Tips on ways freedivers can mitigate the risk in this sport:

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20 inch sheepshead

ELLE with a snook

Fished all around Lake Toho, but just before we went in…