I know… fishing tackle has gotten so expensive that it isn’t even funny. But there are a few corners you absolutely should not cut.Editorial StaffApr 11th, 2022
Largemouth bass eat spinnerbaits. That alone should be enough to convince you they’ll consume anything that fits in their prodigious mouths. In case it’s not, here’s a little more evidence from the FWC Fish and Wildlife Resource Institute.Editorial StaffApr 8th, 2022
There is a sharp divide among today’s fishermen between those who fish barbless hooks and those who fish traditional hooks with barbs. We all know the barb is meant to keep a hook in the fish’s mouth, theoretically preventing its escape. While there is merit to this, it is ultimately the job of the angler to keep a fish hooked.Editorial StaffApr 7th, 2022
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
