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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Shore-Based Shark Fishing

Opinions Sought Shore-Based Shark Fishing

Have an opinion on shore-based shark fishing? Now is the time to share. FWC is gathering public input on shore-based … Aug 26th, 2018
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Fishing Under The Lights

You don’t have to quit fishing just because it’s hot. You just have to fish at night rather than during … Aug 23rd, 2018
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Catch A Florida Memory

FWC is reminding Florida anglers of its three Catch a Florida Memory Saltwater Angler Recognition programs. Anglers of all ages … Aug 23rd, 2018
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Challenge Removes 6,500 Lionfish

The Florida Lionfish Challenge had removed more 6,500 of the fish from Florida waters as of early July. The program, … Aug 21st, 2018
Gulf Mutton Snapper Limits Slashed

Gulf Mutton Snapper Limits Slashed

NOAA Fisheries announced a 50 percent reduction of the recreational mutton snapper bag limit for the Gulf of Mexico. The … Aug 20th, 2018
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Wading the Indian River Lagoon – Tips and Tricks


Don’t have a boat? No problem; get a pair of inexpensive waders and go fishing by wading the Indian River … Aug 15th, 2018

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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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Cheeca Lodge and Spa All American Backcountry Tournament Recap

Anglers from all over the United States come to take part in this three-day backcountry event. This year three U.S. Military veterans were hosted to fish in this prestigious tournament.Dec 1st, 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