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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Hurricane Irma Aftermath in the Ten Thousand Islands: Kemp’s ridley

Four months after Irma’s fury we take a look at the damage to the remote coastal ecosystems in this affected region.Jan 26th, 2018

FWC Approves Changes to Gulf Cobia Management

At its December meeting in Gainesville, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) took final action to approve several … Jan 25th, 2018

Season Changes for Gulf Amberjack

At its December meeting in Gainesville, the FWC set the greater amberjack recreational season in Gulf state waters to open May 1-31 and Aug. 1-Oct. 31.Jan 25th, 2018

Watcha Gettin Into This Winter?

One of the hardest things about being in the fishing business, is winter time. The bookings are usually much slower in winter. Jan 22nd, 2018

Delayed Harvest on the North Mills River

Because it looks and fishes a lot like a high-mountain wild trout stream, the North Mills is a personal favorite delayed harvest fishery.Jan 20th, 2018

Researchers Embark on $10 Million Gulf Red Snapper Study

Researchers from the University of Florida received a $10 million grant to hopefully settle disputes and determine what the snapper population actually is.Jan 20th, 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