Art Weston, fishing with Captain Kirk Kirkland at Sam Rayburn Lake, landed an impressive 188-pound alligator gar. This catch set the IGFA Men’s 2-kg (4 lb) Line Class World Record for the species.Editorial StaffAug 2nd, 2024
Craig Williams was fishing in Point Samson, Australia, when he landed an impressive 14-pound, 14-ounce oyster pompano. This remarkable catch has earned Craig the IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species.Editorial StaffAug 2nd, 2024
Moriyuki Kinai was fishing at Khao Chuk Lake in Thailand when he caught an impressive 97-centimeter snakehead. This remarkable catch earned him the IGFA All-Tackle Length World Record for the species.Editorial StaffAug 2nd, 2024
Joseph Rutigliano was fishing off the coast of Ocean City, Maryland, when he caught an impressive 70-centimeter tautog. This catch allowed Joseph to tie the IGFA All-Tackle Length World Record for the species.Editorial StaffAug 2nd, 2024
The Wachusett Reservoir in Massachusetts is home to some impressive lake trout, but fishing there comes with a twist: anglers can only fish from the shores, as boats are not allowed. Earlier this year, in April, the Massachusetts state record for lake trout was broken twice in just two days. Specifically, it was the catch-and-release length record that saw these remarkable catches.Editorial StaffAug 1st, 2024
Savvy trouters in North Georgia understand that summer fishing options are limited to icy tailwaters and high elevation headwaters. Today, we’ll focus on those headwaters and explore the top colors for your blueline trout flies.Editorial StaffAug 1st, 2024
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
There are times in an angler’s life when only the best Alaska fishing adventure will do. It’s those special moments such as taking an elderly parent fishing for the last time, making a lasting impression in a business meeting worth multi-million dollars, or just a personal adventure where you don’t have to worry about cooking, cleaning, or cutting bait, only indulging yourself in the crème de le crème of saltwater fishing.Editorial StaffMar 4th, 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
