Graig Hale Ties World Record with Massive Red Drum in Louisiana
Graig L. Hale hooked into an unforgettable catch while fly fishing the backwaters near Port Sulphur, Louisiana. Hale landed a 37.402-inch red drum, tying the IGFA All-Tackle Length Fly World Record for the species... read more May 7th, 2025time here
Bucket List: Bow River Bullets
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.May 9th, 2025Graig Hale Ties World Record with Massive Red Drum in Louisiana
Graig L. Hale hooked into an unforgettable catch while fly fishing the backwaters near Port Sulphur, Louisiana. Hale landed a 37.402-inch red drum, tying the IGFA All-Tackle Length Fly World Record for the species.May 7th, 2025Latest in Fishing & Outdoors
Jan Gredysa’s Record-Breaking Summer Flounder
Jan Gredysa experienced a memorable day fishing in Shinnecock, New York, when he landed a 57-centimeter summer flounder. This impressive catch secured Jan the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. Using a Fin-S lure, Jan managed to hook the record flounder and, after a five-minute fight, successfully landed the fish. He then recorded the length on his official IGFA Measuring Device before safely releasing the flounder back into the water.Nov 11th, 2024
Amy O’Brien’s Record European Bass
Amy O’Brien made a remarkable catch while fishing off Wexford, Ireland, reeling in a 54-centimeter European bass. This impressive fish earned Amy the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. Using a live mackerel, she managed to boat the record bass after a quick fight. After measuring the length on her official IGFA Measuring Device and capturing the moment with some photos, she safely released the fish back into the water.Nov 8th, 2024
Shawn Shapiro’s Record-Setting Red Drum
Shawn Shapiro was fishing the Chesapeake Bay out of Norfolk, Virginia, when he hooked a massive 45.67 inch red drum. Using a live croaker aboard his father’s boat “Sea Mes,” Shawn managed to land this record red drum, setting the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. After measuring the length on his official IGFA Measuring Device and taking a few photos, he safely released the fish back into the bay.Nov 7th, 2024
Peter Fox’s Record Northern Pike
Peter Fox had an extraordinary day fishing out of Brabant Lodge in Northwest Territories, Canada. Using a prop fly, Peter hooked and landed an impressive northern pike after an intense battle. Measuring 110 centimeters on his official IGFA Measuring Device, this catch earned Peter the IGFA All-Tackle Length Fly World Record for the species. After documenting the achievement with some photos, Peter safely released the fish back into the water.Nov 6th, 2024
Closing Day Statement: 2024 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
As we conclude this 65th anniversary year of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, the world’s largest in-water boat show, we extend our gratitude to our exhibitors, sponsors, visitors, elected officials, and the Fort Lauderdale community for contributing to the success of this milestone event.Nov 4th, 2024