The thing about bait is just because we don’t see it or see signs of it doesn’t mean it is not there. What I noticed that kept me in this area is that from time to time I would see several pinfish follow my soft plastic paddletail back to the kayak. This was the key that let me know there was bait in the area that increased the probability of larger predator fish also being there and feeding.Michael OkruhlikSep 16th, 2025
The freedom kayaking offers anglers in this area is a refreshing alternative to motorized boating, and the amount of accessible waters can seem endless.Editorial StaffSep 15th, 2025
Starting in September, going strong through October and into November, we anglers experience the core of the core, the heart of the heart, of the fishing season.Patrick SebileSep 11th, 2025
During a three-day offshore trip targeting marlin and sailfish, the crew hooked into a massive swordfish overnight near the Delta House oil platform. After a grueling 4.5-hour fight, Fritze landed the 550.3-pound swordfish — smashing the Alabama state record by over 100 pounds.Editorial StaffSep 9th, 2025
Off the Costa Rica’s east coast, sport fishers stumbled upon a highly unusual 6.6‑foot nurse shark exhibiting bright orange coloration—an unprecedented case of xanthism in this species. Even more extraordinary, the shark also displayed signs of albinism, including a lack of black in its irises. This rare combination, known as albino‑xanthochromism, has almost never been seen, previously documented only in a few other marine species like an Irish Sea ray. The shark was safely photographed and released.Editorial StaffSep 8th, 2025
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.
Fly anglers are as attracted to their flies as fish are, and in some cases, can be even more attracted to them than the fish. There are a wide variety of flies available for anglers, and selecting from the array can be complicated. There are different colors, sizes, and materials. There are weighted flies and unweighted flies. So, what are the best flies? The simple answer is: it depends.
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
Magic Touch earned top honors with a 459-pound blue landed on the last day of fishing, backed by a 344-pound blue from Day Two. The combined team from Texas and Florida is taking home $2,440,850 for those fish, including first and fourth places and multiple daily jackpot prizes.Editorial StaffOct 27th, 2025
Snowbird Creek, and its main tributary Big Snowbird Creek, are places fly anglers could spend days exploring and still leave water untouched. On its top end, Big Snowbird is one of the largest remaining flows populated with native southern Appalachian brook trout. On its lower end, near its mouth at Lake Santeetlah, Snowbird plays host to an annual migration of lake-run rainbows that reach lengths well in excess of 20 inches.Nick CarterOct 23rd, 2025
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!Sheri DayeOct 15th, 2025
