Anyone familiar with the classic Monty Python sketches of the 1970s should read the following farcical exchange between federal fisheries managers and recreational anglers in a ridiculous British accent.Editorial StaffJun 12th, 2024
A monster blackfin tuna caught during The Miami Dolphins Fins Weekend tournament is an unofficial world record. The 50.1-pound blackfin was certified by an IGFA biologist, and it outweighs the existing IGFA all-tackle world record by a little less than three-quarters of a pound.Editorial StaffJun 11th, 2024
The winner of IGFA’s Great Marlin Race presented by Costa in partnership with Stanford University is the tag that travels the greatest distance each year. But the real winners are anglers and fish. The data collected can be used by fisheries managers to protect billfish fisheries for the future. The data also tells some amazing stories of the wide travels of the world’s favorite big-game fish. Here are a couple recent highlights of the program!Editorial StaffJun 11th, 2024
I love blow-ups from a fish attacking a topwater lure. The sound and sight combined with the sudden impact are exhilarating to say the least. Of all of the fish I have caught on top in both fresh and saltwater, none compare to an aggressive snook attack.Editorial StaffJun 10th, 2024
The popularity of spearfishing in the U.S. has grown, and it has spawned product innovation and improvements not only with spearguns, but with dive apparel.
One of the key advantages of spearfishing is its selectivity, as it allows fishers to target specific species without by-catch, making it an environmentally friendly option. However, it requires skill, precision, and knowledge of the underwater environment to be successful
The ACR Next-Gen ResQLink PLB has a new Digital Display. ACR Electronics’ new next-generation ResQLink Personal Locator Beacons (PLB) is … Editorial StaffMay 1st, 2019
A perfectly designed baitwell system. As fisherman, we all know how hard live bait can be to find. Seasonal weather patterns … Editorial StaffFeb 16th, 2019
Designed with purpose in mind. Since 2015, Frabill has continued to set the quiet standard in bucket conversion. The Frabill … Editorial StaffJan 19th, 2019
On February 8th, fifty-seven young anglers set sail on 21 boats in the waters of Islamorada for the Second Annual Keys Kids Sailfish Tournament. This free, one-day event featured youth in two divisions: small-fry (ages 0-10) and junior (ages 11-16).Editorial StaffFeb 11th, 2025
The seven small islands that make up the Dry Tortugas lie 70 miles due west of Key West, a fisherman’s and naturalist’s paradise. These are hidden jewels.Editorial StaffJan 29th, 2025
The popularity of spearfishing in the U.S. has grown, and it has spawned product innovation and improvements not only with spearguns, but with dive apparel.Sheri DayeMar 13th, 2025
