What if the ultimate bucket-list fishing trip didn’t require a passport? From offshore pelagics to back-bay favorites, Southwest Florida offers endless opportunities—every day of the year. Capt. Kevin Deiter reflects on why the best fishing adventures might be closer to home than you think.Editorial StaffFeb 11th, 2026
Lake Guntersville, Alabama, is legendary among bass anglers nationwide—and for good reason. Consistently ranked as one of the top bass fisheries in the U.S. and host of the 2014 Bassmaster Classic, Guntersville is famous for producing giant largemouth bass, especially from late winter through early spring.Editorial StaffFeb 10th, 2026
A recent Florida freeze has triggered widespread snook mortality, with anglers reporting dead and cold-stunned fish across inshore waters. Biologists are still assessing the full impact on snook populations.Editorial StaffFeb 6th, 2026
New spotted seatrout regulations have been approved for the Indian River Lagoon, bringing stricter seasons and harvest limits aimed at protecting one of the region’s most popular inshore species.Editorial StaffFeb 6th, 2026
Spotted sea trout are better known as speckled trout, and when they get really big, gator trout. Regardless of what you call it, it’s not a trout at all. Specks belong to the drum family. They are one of the most targeted species in their range which extends from Texas to Maryland. Editorial StaffFeb 6th, 2026
The seven small islands that make up the Dry Tortugas lie 70 miles due west of Key West, a fisherman’s and naturalist’s paradise. These are hidden jewels.
In the Indian Ocean, about 1,000 miles off the east coast of Africa, there is an archipelago that claims the highest density of bonefish in the world...
I had the privilege of living in Edinburgh, capital of Scotland. Apart from whiskey, kilts and bagpipes, they also lays claim to the origins of fly fishing.
The ACR Next-Gen ResQLink PLB has a new Digital Display. ACR Electronics’ new next-generation ResQLink Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) is … Editorial StaffMay 1st, 2019
A perfectly designed baitwell system. As fisherman, we all know how hard live bait can be to find. Seasonal weather patterns … Editorial StaffFeb 16th, 2019
Designed with purpose in mind. Since 2015, Frabill has continued to set the quiet standard in bucket conversion. The Frabill … Editorial StaffJan 19th, 2019
The seven small islands that make up the Dry Tortugas lie 70 miles due west of Key West, a fisherman’s and naturalist’s paradise. These are hidden jewels.Editorial StaffDec 8th, 2025
Cold water shock is the real killer in winter boating accidents, not hypothermia. The initial gasp reflex can overwhelm you in seconds, leading to rapid drowning if you’re unprepared. Learn how to control your breathing, use the HELP position, and apply survival techniques like the carpet formation to conserve heat, save energy, and dramatically increase your chances of survival in cold water emergencies.Editorial StaffJan 12th, 2026
