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Red Grouper To Close in Gulf Federal Waters
NOAA Fisheries has announced a closure to recreational harvest or red grouper in federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico will begin on July 21 and continue through the rest of 2023.Jun 13th, 2023
Hook & Tackle Celebrates 24 Years Of Sponsorship With The Miami Dolphins Foundation At Fins Weekend
Hook & Tackle, a renowned brand in the fishing and outdoor apparel industry since 1989, proudly announces its continued partnership with the Miami Dolphins Foundation for over two decades. This past weekend marked another successful Fins Weekend, where the entire Miami Dolphins team, including Head Coach Mike McDaniel, came together for a day of ocean fishing and an evening of celebration.Jun 13th, 2023
Blotchy Bass Syndrome Is A Virus
The research found that this blotchy skin condition is actually caused by a viral infection, an emerging novel adomavirus. Researchers have not pinned down a cause yet, but a U.S.G.S. report suggests higher incidences of blotchy bass syndrome in disturbed water systems, with a potential link to chemicals.Jun 9th, 2023
13-Year-Old Wins Lower Keys Dolphin Tournament
Thirteen-year-old Chase Johnson caught a 37.1-pound dolphin, earning his Triple J team first place and $7,500 in the 30th annual Lower Keys Chamber of Commerce Dolphin Tournament that ended June 4.Jun 6th, 2023
Record Tiger Trout Caught in Idaho
A hybrid fish introduced to control overpopulated species has created a heck of a trophy fishery at Montpelier Reservoir in eastern Idaho. Recently, angler Kody King, of Montpelier, caught an 8.47-pound tiger trout from the small 131-acre lake. His fish crushed the existing state record, nearly doubling the previous record of 4.8 pounds.Jun 6th, 2023
Charter Captain Describes Rescuing Fishermen From Capsized Boat
The captain of a fishing charter described the moment his crew found and rescued four men in the water after their small boat capsized off the coast of New Jersey. “That boat went down in the blink of an eye,” said captain Bobby Quinn.Jun 6th, 2023Fly 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.Cruising the Abacos – An Adventure in Paradise
The Islands of the Bahamas are a paradise! The time to go is when an event is happening and with a shallow-draft boat to enjoy all the gorgeous islands.It’s An Addiction: The Summer Surf
The Texas summer surf can spoil a newcomer in a heartbeat and it's what the seasoned surf angler typically awaits each year.45th Annual Bisbee’s Black and Blue Exceeds $7.4 Million, Top Three Teams All Win $1.5 Million-Plus in Prize Money
Magic Touch earned top honors with a 459-pound blue landed on the last day of fishing, backed by a 344-pound blue from Day Two. The combined team from Texas and Florida is taking home $2,440,850 for those fish, including first and fourth places and multiple daily jackpot prizes.Oct 27th, 2025Granders Abound in Tropical North Queensland
The waters off tropical North Queensland, including the iconic Great Barrier Reef, are considered the black marlin capital of the world, with many eager sports fishers flocking to the area annually during the storied marlin season.Nov 21st, 2025Under the Sea – Mentoring Young Guns
If all goes well, it will be a fun day, and they will always remember their first fish with pride. Photograph it; celebrate it; enjoy it. Check out some great tips here!Oct 15th, 2025Sarasota 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
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