The August full moon brings some of the most intense fishing of the year to the Florida Keys, as giant Cubera snapper come alive. Known as “El Diablo,” these powerful reef bruisers can destroy tackle in seconds—and catching one on live lobster, stand-up gear or even a mini-rod is an unforgettable battle.Editorial StaffAug 26th, 2026
Capt. Judy Helmey with Miss Judy Charters out of Savannah, Georgia reports great bottom fishing on the Savannah Snapper banks.Editorial StaffJul 1st, 2017
The hopper-dropper is one of my favorite searching rigs for summertime fishing and is especially good during the late morning and into the afternoon.Editorial StaffJul 1st, 2017
Check out this amazing footage of a close encounter with a whale shark, just off of Key West, Oceanside in 180 ft depth of water.Editorial StaffJun 26th, 2017
Favoring brackish estuaries with muddy bottoms, sandy beaches, and grass bed; the entire Mississippi Gulf Coast is a perfect habitat for these big brawlers.Sonny SchindlerJun 26th, 2017
Probing the water from the bottom to the surface with a white, leadheaded bucktail lay in the province of the serious light tackle angler of yesteryear.Mark SosinJun 24th, 2017
Every year, thousands of sea turtles wander up South Florida’s sandy beaches to build nests and lay eggs. Our shorelines are an essential habitat for them.Andrea WhitakerJun 24th, 2017
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
