May: The Overlooked Month For Trophy Speckled Trout

If you’re a big trout enthusiast like me, you know there’s still time left to chase a personal best—if you haven’t had your fill over the past few months. While most anglers focus on trophy speckled trout from December through early April, May quietly remains one of the most underrated windows of the year... read more Editorial Staff May 19th, 2026
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Florida Keys To Reopen To Visitors On June 1st

On June 1st, Monroe County plans to suspend the checkpoints on US 1 and Card Road. Airport screenings and bus restrictions will also be lifted.May 21st, 2020

Boaters Expected To Hit Season Opener in Record Numbers

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Catfish Party at Squid Lips, Cocoa Beach. Filmed  May 17, 2020 by Ryan ClapperMay 19th, 2020

Proposed Rule Would Allow Additional Flexibility in Determining South Atlantic Red Snapper Season

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Great White Shark vs. Great White Shark

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Fly Fishing the Seychelles

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Surviving Cold Water Shock

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