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FWC Commission considering creating saltwater game fish and sport fish designations

TALLAHASSEE (December 5, 2012)—The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) discussed the possibility of creating saltwater game fish and …

Frozen Oceans

By Ellie Van Os In December at the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, we are highlighting our frozen oceans because of heightened …

A Fishing Trip for the Memory Book

Is there anything better than a good fishing trip? I mean, really?

Oceanic noise pollution…a marine mammal threat

By Ellie Van Os Approximately 50 million years ago, terrestrial mammals started to make their way back into the ocean …

Time to Weigh in on the Future of Gulf Fishing

You’ve probably heard about the RESTORE Act and the GoCoast 2020 Commission, you haven’t been paying close attention to the …

Strong 2012 nesting season for Florida loggerheads

Loggerhead sea turtle nesting was near a 24-year high along Florida beaches this year, according to data compiled by Florida …

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CRYSTAL COAST – Jan 2026

By now, deep in the heart of winter, most recreational Anglers are taking refuge from the harsh winds and cold …

Wrightsville -JAN 2026

January can be difficult as an angler. We have to find something to do to keep ourselves occupied until the …

Wintertime Fishing Success BY: Capt. George Hastick

With January usually being one of the coldest months in Florida, you might have to adjust your fishing. During this …

New Poet Richey Report By: Capt. Bill Rutherford

Cold Front Patterns: Reds Popping, Hogs Dropping” I don’t know why they have me writing a fishing report when I …