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6th Annual Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup: Saturday, July 27, 2013 It’s time for the 6th Annual Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup! …

Treat Yourself to a Night Out

The darkness is the likes of which we rarely see in this illuminated 21st century. The wind is still, the …

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Florida Fish Busters’ Bulletin – July 2013 By Bob Wattendorf Not everyone can step up to the bow of a …

Commercial Harvest of Jacks in South Atlantic Closes on June 18, 2013

June 13, 2013             Commercial Harvest of Jacks in South Atlantic Closes on June 18, 2013 …

FWC permanently waives license requirement for lionfish harvest

At its June 12 meeting in Lakeland, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) adopted changes that will waive …

Tarpon, bonefish to become catch-and-release only; FWC considers tarpon gear modifications

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), at its June 12 meeting in Lakeland, approved a proposal to make …

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12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament May 29th – May 31st, 2026

The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returned to Key Largo May 29–31, 2026, bringing together anglers from across the region for an exciting weekend of offshore fishing, big payouts, dockside festivities, and Florida Keys camaraderie.

Retention Limit Adjustment: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Angling Category Fishery

NOAA Fisheries is adjusting the Atlantic bluefin tuna daily retention limits for recreational fishermen. The adjusted limits will take effect June 1, 2026, and extend through December 31, 2026, unless modified by later action. NOAA Fisheries may need to take additional action later in the year to further adjust the retention limits or close the fishery.

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Think you need heavy conventional gear and 80-lb test to pull big grouper from the deep? Think again. Fishing the 350 to 500+ foot depth range requires a total shift in mindset. Out here, heavy structure isn't the challenge—finding the bait is. Discover why a 20-pound braid, advanced electronics, and a perfectly weighted squid jig are the ultimate secret weapons for targeting deep-water giants.

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