On a recent spring day, I was reminded what it means to be a proud father of a young lady in love with fishing and our beautiful lifestyle... read moreEditorial StaffJun 26th, 2025
Some folks just don’t get it. The transplantation of non-native species to water bodies where they don’t belong can wreak havoc on native ecosystems and forever alter fisheries in ways that have become easier predict.Editorial StaffSep 29th, 2023
If you fish for tarpon in the Atlantic or Gulf of Mexico, Bonefish & Tarpon Trust might need you to collect fin clips for its Tarpon Isotope Study. This research is designed to shed light on the diet needs of tarpon migrating along the Gulf and northern coasts.Editorial StaffSep 27th, 2023
Although kayak anglers use the same lures as bank and boat anglers, we often must adjust our approach. One lure I’ve found myself using differently while bass fishing from a kayak is the crankbait.Editorial StaffSep 27th, 2023
A Maryland angler caught a 6.44-pound Florida pompano in Chesapeake Bay on Sept. 14. It’s a new state record for the Chesapeake Division and fish that would be considered a trophy no matter where it was caught.Editorial StaffSep 26th, 2023
Besides being sharper and stronger than they were in generations past, hooks are now available in a wider range of styles than ever before.Editorial StaffSep 25th, 2023
How you handle your freshly caught fish can make all the difference when it comes time to pull it out of the freezer. By following a few simple steps, you can ensure your catch remains firm, flavorful and delicious.Editorial StaffSep 25th, 2023
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.
Without a doubt, Alberta, Canada’s Bow River is a world-class trout fishery. Glacier-fed and flowing more than 350 miles from the Canadian Rockies through the foothills and prairies of Alberta, it is big and scenic by the time it reaches the 50-mile section southeast of Calgary that author Jim McLennan called “the Blue Ribbon Bow.” It is here in this blue ribbon stretch that anglers flock to get in on some of the best brown and rainbow trout fishing in the world.
There’s a retro-movement taking place—a trend toward primitive hunting gear. Slings and polespears are used in places that do not allow trigger mechanisms.
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 University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum proudly returned to Islamorada, Florida June 19th through the 21st for a Fan Fest and Celebrity Fishing Tournament.Editorial StaffJun 27th, 2025
Alaska saltwater fishing is not for the weak of arm or back. Halibut get big in Alaska; fish reaching weights of 400 pounds, and lengths of 9 feet long.Editorial StaffJun 13th, 2025
