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Florida Regular Lobster Season Opens August 6: Everything You Need to Know

Even though Florida's 2026 spiny lobster harvest two-day sport mini-season is over July 30, 2026, the regular lobster season runs from August 6, 2026, through March 31, 2027. Learn bag limits, size requirements, licensing, and important regulations before you dive.Jul 29th, 2026

Read The July Issue!

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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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Hit-And-Run Grouper

Grouper fishing is all about quick reactions and heavy tackle. In "Hit and Run Grouper," anglers learn why these powerful fish strike hard, dive for structure, and demand an aggressive approach to win the battle before they disappear into the rocks.Jun 19th, 2026

At 79, Rick Clunn Remains Bass Fishing’s Timeless Legend

Four-time Bassmaster Classic champion Rick Clunn has spent more than 50 years redefining professional bass fishing. From record-setting victories to inspiring generations of anglers, his legacy remains unmatched in the sport.Jun 18th, 2026

Florida student’s art wins Best of Show in Fish Art Contest!

Florida student Sebastian Romo earned the highest honor in the 2026 National Fish Art Contest, receiving Best of Show for his illustration of a Florida bass and bluegill. The award recognizes the top artwork submitted across all grade levels nationwide.Jun 17th, 2026

Mote Marine Laboratory Releasing 22,000 Snook Throughout Southwest Florida

Southwest Florida’s snook population is getting a significant boost this summer as researchers with Mote Marine Laboratory prepare to release approximately 22,000 juvenile snook into carefully selected estuarine habitats throughout the region.Jun 16th, 2026

Do the Electric Slide: Jigging Under Power!

The electric reel is a game changer for high-speed jigging. Electric provides some distinct advantages in comparison to hours spent manually cranking jigs at high speed through the water column.Jun 15th, 2026

Arthur “Art” Weston Earns Prestigious IGFA Master Angler Award

Art has set 93 IGFA World Records since 2012. The IGFA Master Angler Award is the highest distinction within the IGFA Master Angler Program, reserved for anglers who reach Gold Tier status in five or more of the program's seven categories. Congratulations to Art on this remarkable accomplishment!Jun 12th, 2026

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Bucket List: Central Costa Rica and Pacific Sailfish

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!

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

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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.

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Fleur de Lis Wins the 2026 Florida Panhandle Billfish Series

In a tight contest, Fleur de Lis came out on top to win the 3rd annual Florida Panhandle Billfish Series. The Hatteras 63 GT, based in nearby Orange Beach, Alabama, fished all three events of the Emerald Coast series, developed to highlight the big-game fishing opportunities off Florida’s Panhandle.Jul 6th, 2026

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Bucket List: Central Costa Rica and Pacific Sailfish

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!May 12th, 2026

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Spearfishing Bluewater Hunting

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.Jul 7th, 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