Inaugural Bisbee’s Costa Rica Offshore Tops $2.155 Million, Pura Vida Earns Top Boat Honors

It’s no coincidence that the Costa Rican national motto is pura vida—pure life. The gregarious people and the country’s abundant … .. read more Editorial Staff Apr 21st, 2026
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Increasing Casting Distance – Fine Tuning Your Reel

Last month I fished with a friend that was new to saltwater and he was having trouble getting the cast distance that he wanted. It wasn’t his reel, his reel was highly engineered and precisely built; why is it that we still see owners of new reels continuing to cast mediocre distances and get backlashes? Let’s take a look at fine-tuning that new rocket launcher reel of yours.Apr 22nd, 2026

Inaugural Bisbee’s Costa Rica Offshore Tops $2.155 Million, Pura Vida Earns Top Boat Honors

It’s no coincidence that the Costa Rican national motto is pura vida—pure life. The gregarious people and the country’s abundant … Apr 21st, 2026

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Captain Judy’s Genuine Red Snapper Report!

Recreational fishermen may harvest red snapper in federal waters (from 3 to 200 nautical miles) from November 3rd through 5th & November 10th through 12th.Nov 2nd, 2017

Try to Go Fishing Everywhere

Fish everywhere you can. Well, that’s what I try to do. I am always thinking and searching for the right location for the current conditions.Nov 1st, 2017

Fish & Fishing – Fish Have Ears

Sounds transmitted into the water can either repel or attract fish. The key, of course, is to avoid driving fish away with the wrong kind of sound...Nov 1st, 2017

Surf’s Up For Pompano

Fall and winter along Treasure Coast beaches offer up some of the finest fishing there is. Surf fishing is fun and can fill a freezer in a couple of trips.Nov 1st, 2017

Chillin’ Out in Winter Time

What does a guide do when he cannot fish? We went ahead and asked some of the region's finest guides, "what are you doing this winter?"Nov 1st, 2017

Practice Makes You a Better Fisherman

Targeting different species will take your skills to a whole new level. Traveling to different areas and experimenting with new tackle will only better you.Oct 21st, 2017

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No Le Hace Takes Top Prize at 6th Annual Chub Cay Invitational

Teenager Jack Morino led team Sempre Duro to victory at the 2026 Chub Cay Open, securing both the tournament title and the Junior Angler trophy after a clutch blue marlin release. The 21-boat fleet saw intense competition in the Bahamas, with Gina Lisa and Marlin Brando rounding out the top three. Tournament Director Robert "Fly" Navarro noted excellent conditions for the event, which now leads into the series finale, the Chub Cay Invitational, on April 9–11.Apr 13th, 2026

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Cotton Tree Lodge, Belize

Time to accept a new concept, bucket list trips that are completely kid friendly and have all the bucket needs associated with the once in a life time experience. Now, add the twist of letting the kids dream up the place, with one limitation, of course, fish!Mar 27th, 2026

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Surviving Cold Water Shock

Cold water shock is the real killer in winter boating accidents, not hypothermia. The initial gasp reflex can overwhelm you in seconds, leading to rapid drowning if you’re unprepared. Learn how to control your breathing, use the HELP position, and apply survival techniques like the carpet formation to conserve heat, save energy, and dramatically increase your chances of survival in cold water emergencies.Jan 12th, 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