Rockfish are known as one of the great sportfish of North America, and for good reason. A mature fish can easily top 25 pounds, and when you hook into one the fight in these fish feels like you’ve got a tiger by the tail. Stout tackle and line are a must to bring one of these fish to the boat.Editorial StaffApr 24th, 2023
Whether it was regulation changes or better environmental conditions, the apparent rebound in the flounder population has everyone involved with the fishery along the Alabama Gulf Coast encouraged.Editorial StaffApr 24th, 2023
A Tennessee angler fishing Cherokee Lake in northeast Tennessee caught a paddlefish on Thursday, April 13, that is not only a state record for the species; it is the largest fish ever caught in Tennessee.Editorial StaffApr 21st, 2023
A teenager from northeast Arkansas caught and released a 12-pound, 4-ounce largemouth bass in Randolph County while fishing for crappie with a friend.Editorial StaffApr 20th, 2023
Whether you fish inshore or offshore, freshwater or salt, there is a secret to catching fish and it has nothing to do with honey holes or magic baits. It isn’t something you can buy online, and you won’t find it on the shelves of any sporting goods stores, but anglers with this in their possession are poised to catch more fish than the best-equipped angler on the planet.Editorial StaffApr 19th, 2023
This time of year, we’re usually writing about hatching insects and the blooming of springtime. With all the rain we’ve had, fly fishing high water seems a better topic. Fishing high water can be very productive, especially if the angler knows what to look for. Understanding hydraulics and likely locations to cast can produce good fish.Editorial StaffApr 17th, 2023
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!
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
Virginia Beach’s Sarah Jean team took top honors at the 23rd annual Virginia Beach Billfish Tournament, releasing 10 billfish to earn 830 points and a $500,599 payday. The victory came during a record-setting tournament that featured $943,500 in total prize money.Editorial StaffAug 24th, 2026
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!Editorial StaffMay 12th, 2026
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.Editorial StaffJul 7th, 2026
