They say everything’s bigger in Texas, and when it comes to largemouth bass that appears to be true right now at O.H. Ivie Lake east of San Angelo, TexasEditorial StaffFeb 1st, 2023
Two 10-Pounders in a Day! Some anglers spend their entire lives fishing for a 10-pound largemouth to hang on the wall. Ray Mitchell caught two on the morning of Jan. 19 while fishing live bait off a pier at Paradise Public Fishing Area (PFA) near Tifton, Ga. One weighed 10-pounds even, the other weighed 10-pounds, 3-ounces. He took them both home and ate them.Editorial StaffJan 25th, 2023
Imagine slinging a chatterbait around on bass gear and hooking into a 162-pound alligator gar. That’s exactly what happened to a father and son who were fishing Alabama’s Mobile-Tensaw Delta. When they finally landed the fish, it was a state record. Editorial StaffJan 24th, 2023
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries recently certified a new state record swordfish. Cary Carney of Newport caught the 504-lb, 8-oz fish about 55 miles off Morehead City.Editorial StaffJan 23rd, 2023
This fascinating creature, a deep-sea squid, was video taped by Shell out in the Perdido Area of Alaminos Canyon, at 7800 ft. depth. They can reach almost 20ft long when fully grown.Editorial StaffJan 20th, 2023
The Pacific sailfish is one of the most sought-after offshore game fish in Costa Rica. Growing larger than their Atlantic counterpart, sailfish in Costa Rica average 60 to 80 pounds, but big ones can surpass 200 pounds!
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
Plane Simple, a 77 Spencer run by Capt. Jimmy Werling, earned top team honors in the 2026 Shootout Production vs. Custom, which just concluded at the Abaco Beach Resort in the Bahamas.Editorial StaffMay 7th, 2026
The Pacific sailfish is one of the most sought-after offshore game fish in Costa Rica. Growing larger than their Atlantic counterpart, sailfish in Costa Rica average 60 to 80 pounds, but big ones can surpass 200 pounds!Editorial StaffMay 12th, 2026
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
