Bait or lure size can be a significant factor in both attracting and landing fish, especially as fall arrives and spotted seatrout more aggressively target mullet and other finned forage.Editorial StaffSep 26th, 2013
I certainly can’t lay claim to the fairly new acronym of MRI. That credit goes to Dr. Grant Woods of GrowingDeer.TV. But I am certainly familiar with the concept of using the most recent information (MRI) in hunting deer— and you should get to know it as well.Editorial StaffSep 26th, 2013
A well placed cast along the edge of the corner of the two small channels bought my bait floating along the grass line. My line ticked and I felt a light thump through the rod. The cast before was just the same but the trout had bolted up current and came to the surface, this fish sat on the bait after the strike. Editorial StaffSep 26th, 2013
It was a tough summer of fishing in the surf. It started off with some of the best trout fishing I've seen in several years but, Mother Nature put an end to it overnight with a cold water upwelling in mid June that never really dissipated all summer long. Needless to say, I’m ready for Fall!Editorial StaffSep 26th, 2013
Captain Shawn Morgon was still walking on air days after a rare catch of a 188 pound swordfish taken September 8 just east of the east end of Catalina Island.Editorial StaffSep 26th, 2013
September opens the door for everything that is good about the anticipation of a great fall ahead for mountain trout fly fishing. Everything starts to happen in the month of September; the days are starting to shorten-up, late afternoons start to cool down, and fish sense a change in conditions as summer really starts to let go of its grip.Editorial StaffSep 17th, 2013
The Pacific sailfish is one of the most sought-after offshore game fish in Costa Rica. Growing larger than their Atlantic counterpart, sailfish in Costa Rica average 60 to 80 pounds, but big ones can surpass 200 pounds!
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.
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...
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 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
The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returned to Key Largo May 29–31, 2026, bringing together anglers from across the region for an exciting weekend of offshore fishing, big payouts, dockside festivities, and Florida Keys camaraderie.Editorial StaffJun 5th, 2026
The Pacific sailfish is one of the most sought-after offshore game fish in Costa Rica. Growing larger than their Atlantic counterpart, sailfish in Costa Rica average 60 to 80 pounds, but big ones can surpass 200 pounds!Editorial StaffMay 12th, 2026
Cold water shock is the real killer in winter boating accidents, not hypothermia. The initial gasp reflex can overwhelm you in seconds, leading to rapid drowning if you’re unprepared. Learn how to control your breathing, use the HELP position, and apply survival techniques like the carpet formation to conserve heat, save energy, and dramatically increase your chances of survival in cold water emergencies.Editorial StaffJan 12th, 2026
