World-Class Fishing on the Emerald Coast

What Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island—the heart of northwest Florida’s Emerald Coast—have more of than anything else is fishing... read more Editorial Staff Nov 24th, 2025
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New Gulf Record Lionfish

Donald C. Vautrinot was spearfishing for red snapper off Destin, FL Oct. 18 when he went back down to snag a few lionfish. And there it was.Nov 5th, 2020

Kayakers swallowed by a humpback whale in Avila Beach, California

Two kayakers ended up inside the whale's mouth while the whale was feeding in the waters off Avlia beach, California. The whale released them and both survived and were unharmed.Nov 4th, 2020

Regulations Changed For Atlantic Blueline Tilefish

Deep droppers take note. FWC approved new regulations at its October meeting for blueline tilefish in Atlantic state waters. The rules will take effect Jan. 1, 2021.Nov 3rd, 2020

Enter to win a bait pen in November!

Enter to win a bait pen from Beach Marine Products!Oct 30th, 2020

Last weekend in Cabo: Sailfish, Marlin and Mahi!

Last week I caught 3 bucket list fish in Cabo San Lucas,  Mexico! What an amazing experience catching these sailfish, marlin and mahi!The sailfish and marlin were safely released. Dorado was so delicious! Oct 30th, 2020

Blue Catfish: Invasive and Delicious

A new management strategy in the Chesapeake Bay aims to put blue catfish on your plate.Oct 29th, 2020

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Fly Fishing the Seychelles

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...

Bucket List: Fly Fishing Edinburgh, Scotland

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 Heart of the Mullet Run

Fish will go on and do what they’ve always done, and what that means is that the mullet are running on Florida’s east coast.

What Happens When the Lights Go Out

Even if the fish don’t bite in the darkness, you still need to be there very early to catch as much of that early bite as possible.

Cruising the Abacos – An Adventure in Paradise

The Islands of the Bahamas are a paradise! The time to go is when an event is happening and with a shallow-draft boat to enjoy all the gorgeous islands.

It’s An Addiction: The Summer Surf

The Texas summer surf can spoil a newcomer in a heartbeat and it's what the seasoned surf angler typically awaits each year.

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45th Annual Bisbee’s Black and Blue Exceeds $7.4 Million, Top Three Teams All Win $1.5 Million-Plus in Prize Money

Magic Touch earned top honors with a 459-pound blue landed on the last day of fishing, backed by a 344-pound blue from Day Two. The combined team from Texas and Florida is taking home $2,440,850 for those fish, including first and fourth places and multiple daily jackpot prizes.Oct 27th, 2025

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Granders Abound in Tropical North Queensland

The waters off tropical North Queensland, including the iconic Great Barrier Reef, are considered the black marlin capital of the world, with many eager sports fishers flocking to the area annually during the storied marlin season.Nov 21st, 2025

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Under the Sea – Mentoring Young Guns

If all goes well, it will be a fun day, and they will always remember their first fish with pride. Photograph it; celebrate it; enjoy it. Check out some great tips here!Oct 15th, 2025

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Sarasota Police Officer Leaps into Action to Stop Unmanned Boat in Dramatic Rescue

The unmanned boat was cruising in circles up to 40 mph off the Gulf Coast in Sarasota.May 1st, 2025