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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Atlantic Recreational Shark Fishing: Handling and Release of Sharks

Prohibited shark identification, including dusky and other ridgeback sharks, and tips for safe handling and release. Includes information on permitting … Jun 21st, 2019

Fishing with cormorant birds in China

Along the scenic Lijiang River in China, brothers Huang Yuechang and Huang Mingde have been keeping up a centuries-old tradition … Jun 19th, 2019

FLORIDA REGULATIONS UPDATE

Several new regulations will go into effect July 1, 2019. The required Shark-Smart Fishing educational course and the Shore-based Shark … Jun 19th, 2019

NOAA forecasts very large ‘dead zone’ for Gulf of Mexico

NOAA forecasts very large ‘dead zone’ for Gulf of Mexico High spring rainfall and river discharge into Gulf are major … Jun 12th, 2019

Capt Judy’s Inshore Offshore Fishing Report for June

June 11, 2019 Capt Judy’s inshore offshore fishing report and Dell Bishop Story! Fishing statement: To try to insure that … Jun 11th, 2019

Changes being made by the IGFA

IGFA Making Changes The International Game Fish Association (IGFA) recently announced changes to its angler recognition programs, including new eligible … Jun 6th, 2019

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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