Sail On…

Experience the thrill of fall sailfish action off Florida’s east coast as Will Schmidt shares an unforgettable trip filled with explosive strikes, acrobatic fights, and a first-time billfish catch... read more Editorial Staff Nov 6th, 2026
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Nature’s Little Trick: The Camouflaged Juvenile Atlantic Spadefish

Discover the clever camouflage of juvenile Atlantic spadefish, which mimic floating leaves and marsh debris to hide from predators in coastal waters.Nov 9th, 2026

Sail On…

Experience the thrill of fall sailfish action off Florida’s east coast as Will Schmidt shares an unforgettable trip filled with explosive strikes, acrobatic fights, and a first-time billfish catch.Nov 6th, 2026

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That’s a Big Ole Bass

Capt. Tom Weaver, who guides on Chesapeake Bay out of Annapolis, Maryland, caught this monster striped bass last Dec. 30 on a fly rod. With a length of 102 centimeters (a little more than 40 inches), IGFA recently adopted the fish as a new fly-caught all-tackle length world record.Jun 24th, 2024

Kill ’em All! REEF Florida Keys Lionfish Derby & Festival is August 15-18

Divers can help preserve native reef fish populations while vying for prize money during the 15th annual Florida Keys Lionfish Derby & Festival. Scheduled for Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 15-18, the fun and competitive event is sponsored by Reef Environmental Education Foundation.Jun 21st, 2024

Louisiana Tightens Redfish Regs

Widely considered the best redfish waters in the world, Louisiana is implementing new regulations to protect its red drum stocks.Jun 20th, 2024

CCA & Mud Hole Education Program Announce 2024 Scholarship Winners

Award Banquet Caps Off Week of Conservation Activities and Competition for $6,000 in Funds Jun 20th, 2024

Georgia Expands Offshore Artificial Reefs

Anglers in coastal Georgia have a few new coordinates to plug in after three significant additions to the state’s offshore artificial reefs were sunk over the last few months.Jun 18th, 2024

Trout Fishing North Carolina’s Oconaluftee River

North Carolina’s Oconaluftee River has a multiple personality disorder. Its headwaters fall from an elevation of more than 5,000 feet via a little creek...Jun 18th, 2024

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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!

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.

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Record-Breaking Blue Marlin Earns $5.6 Million at Bisbee’s Black & Blue

A 491-pound blue marlin earned a record-breaking $5.6 million payout at the 2026 Bisbee’s Black & Blue Tournament, setting a new mark in the event’s 46-year history.Oct 26th, 2026

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Misty Well's Clearwater Beach Ultimate Adventure Package!Oct 1st, 2026

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Easy Belizey

Discover why southern Belize is a bucket-list destination for adventurous families, offering world-class inshore fishing, jungle exploration, and unforgettable experiences for anglers of all ages.Oct 28th, 2026

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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