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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Tips for Sight Casting to Reds

Plentiful throughout the Gulf States, the redfish provides a great fly fishing opportunity for all skill levels who want to sight fish shallow clear water.Oct 1st, 2017

High Flying Tuna

After a two-hour run into the open Gulf of Mexico, there they were on the horizon. Two shrimp boats marking the spot like an X on a secret treasure mapOct 1st, 2017

Big Winter Trout After Harvey & Irma

No doubt Harvey and Irma hit our southern coastline very hard. Communities mobilized immediately to come to the aid of friends, neighbors and strangers. Oct 1st, 2017

Fall Has Arrived

After a long hot summer, fall has finally arrived. I'm eager to get back out on some solid fish that are willing to eat throughout most of the day.Oct 1st, 2017

Be on the Lookout for Tagged Amberjacks

UF's Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences program has ongoing several research projects studying greater amberjack in the Gulf of Mexico.Sep 25th, 2017

Grouper, the Other White Meat

How many times have we all had it happen to us? You find yourself about 40 to 60 miles offshore and have no fish in the fish box?Sep 21st, 2017

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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