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Honoring the Life of Ben Martin

Today we remember and honor Ben Martin, Editor in Chief of Coastal Angler Magazine. His passion, leadership, and love for the outdoor community touched so many. He will be deeply missed. Rest easy, Ben.May 8th, 2026

Read The May Issue!

Read the latest issue in your area!May 1st, 2026

The Dometic DG3 Gyro Sets New Standard in Marine Stabilization

Exploring the Dometic DG3 Gyro: A Comprehensive Overview The Dometic DG3 Gyro is a cutting-edge device that has gained traction … Apr 1st, 2026

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The Myth of Best Fishing Times

For many years, I was in the ranks of most other anglers that thought that the best time to fish was in the early morning or early evening. The bass experts (and there are many) told us that bass only feed twice a day, during those advertised times.Mar 18th, 2014

An Adventure to Remember

I have been fishing ever since I can remember. One of my first memories is of me bluegill fishing with my father at a local pond. We crushed the fish that day and since then it has been hard to pry a rod from my hand.Mar 17th, 2014

Ice Out Trophy Walleye Tactics

Soon the ice will be melting and open water will be just a boat ramp away. On Lake Erie, this means pre-spawn walleye will be roaming the flats.Mar 17th, 2014

Western Australia Enacts Controversial Shark Cull

As stupid and ridiculous as it may sound, this is indeed true, and I wanted to voice my scientific opinion on the matter this month.Mar 17th, 2014

Message In A Bottle

Every once in a while, a curious email floating through cyberspace will land unexepectedly in your inbox, like a message in a bottle.Mar 17th, 2014

How Fishermen May Use Drones Some Day

In the last year or so, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), more commonly known as drones, have been in the news. Such aircraft, which do not have a human pilot on board, are controlled by onboard computers or by distant pilots on the ground. Mar 11th, 2014

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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.

What Happens When the Lights Go Out

Even if the fish don’t bite in the darkness, you still need to be there very early to catch as much of that early bite as possible.

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Plane Simple Wins Bragging Rights, Largest Payout in 2026 Shootout Production vs Custom

Plane Simple, a 77 Spencer run by Capt. Jimmy Werling, earned top team honors in the 2026 Shootout Production vs. Custom, which just concluded at the Abaco Beach Resort in the Bahamas.May 7th, 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