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Tarpon Fishing

by Captain Billy Norris Tarpon are one of the most sought-after gamefish in the world.  Drag screaming runs combined with …

Folly Beach to Edisto Island Fishing Report For January – Capt John Ward

The cooler temperatures have limited the variety of species in our waters, but the water is getting clear, and the …

This Winter’s Midlife

By: Capt. Mike Manis The conditions or elements we face won’t differ all that much from last month. That being …

Folly Beach to Edisto Island Fishing Report For December – Capt John Ward

A chilly November with many cold fronts has the water temperature mid to low 50”s for December, which is more …

Trout Creek

By: Mike Hammond Several well-known creeks feed into the Caloosahatchee River: Hickey, Telegraph, Hancock and a few other popular paddle …

Folly Beach to Edisto Island Fishing Report For November – Capt John Ward

It is hard to follow a month like October in the low country with the warm weather and the huge …

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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.

Surviving Freediver Blackout

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

The Heavyweight Experience of Alaska Saltwater Fishing

Alaska saltwater fishing is not for the weak of arm or back. Halibut get big in Alaska; fish reaching weights of 400 pounds, and lengths of 9 feet long.