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FWC Lionfish Challenge sets a new standard

Florida’s 2026 Lionfish Challenge made a big impact, with participants removing more than 36,000 invasive lionfish from state waters. The annual competition continues to rally divers and harvesters to protect Florida’s reefs and native marine life.Oct 20th, 2026

Read The October Issue!

Read the latest issue in your area!Oct 1st, 2026

Latest in Fishing & Outdoors

An October Game Plan For Artificials Inshore

Discover how to target October’s hungry inshore redfish, trout, and flounder with artificial lures. Learn how to use tides, structure, and the right retrieves to make the most of fall fishing.Oct 19th, 2026

Jetty Fishing: Tips on Becoming a Rock Jockey

Want to catch more fish from the rocks? Learn how to read currents, find productive spots, and use local knowledge to become a better jetty angler.Oct 16th, 2026

My First Fish

One fish can spark a lifetime of adventure! John Mosley looks back on the unforgettable moment he caught his first fish with his father and discovers why those early fishing memories stay with us forever.Oct 15th, 2026

1,116-Pound Bluefin Tuna Caught Off New Hampshire

An overnight fishing trip off New Hampshire produced a massive 1,116-pound bluefin tuna, surpassing the state's previous record by 154 pounds—but falling short of official record status due to where it was caught.Oct 14th, 2026

Choosing The Right Cast Net

Choosing the right cast net can make all the difference when catching bait. Learn how to select the best net based on mesh size, water depth, target species, and casting ability.Oct 13th, 2026

Awlgrip expands patented Gloss Finish Primer to North America and Asia-Pacific

First of its kind two-in-one coating solution combines primer and show coat in a single application and reduces VOC emissions by up to 50% per square meterOct 12th, 2026

Fishing & Outdoor Videos

Bucket List: Central Costa Rica and Pacific Sailfish

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!

Fly Fishing in Shallow Waters Can Equal Big Rewards

Despite technological advances that allow for fly fishing successes in deep water, shallow water sight fishing is my favorite...

Dry Tortugas Are a Hidden Jewel

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.

Fly Fishing the Seychelles

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...

Bucket List: Fly Fishing Edinburgh, Scotland

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 Heart of the Mullet Run

Fish will go on and do what they’ve always done, and what that means is that the mullet are running on Florida’s east coast.

News, Events & TournamentsView More

29th Annual Keys Kids Fishing Derby

The 29th Annual Keys Kids Fishing Derby brought 142 young anglers to Islamorada for a day of fishing, fun, and prizes. Ten-year-old Brent Klefeker took home Grand Champion honors with a 37.8-pound amberjack, while a community of local supporters helped introduce the next generation to fishing.Oct 12th, 2026

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Bucket List: Central Costa Rica and Pacific Sailfish

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!May 12th, 2026

Diving & SpearfishingView More

Spearfishing Bluewater Hunting

Bluewater spearfishing is the ultimate test of skill, patience, and nerve. Hunting massive pelagic fish while freediving in the open ocean demands precision, specialized gear, and respect for one of the most exhilarating challenges beneath the surface.Jul 7th, 2026

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Sarasota Police Officer Leaps into Action to Stop Unmanned Boat in Dramatic Rescue

The unmanned boat was cruising in circles up to 40 mph off the Gulf Coast in Sarasota.May 1st, 2025