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Florida Closes Iconic Apalachicola Oyster Fishery

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has unanimously voted to shut down the state's iconic Apalachicola oyster fishery after years of drought and other pressures have devastated wild oyster beds.Jul 23rd, 2020

3-meter oarfish appears on Baja California Sur beach

The large, eel-like fish appeared at Pichilingue BayJul 22nd, 2020

Teens Reel In 700lb Bluefin Tuna Offshore Maine

It took seven hours, but a group of teenagers reeled in a prized fish off the coast of Maine earlier this month and caught it all on video!Jul 17th, 2020

Sleepwalking on Water

One afternoon some thirty-odd years ago, I went fishing out of my canoe in Apponagansett Harbor in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. There was no wind on the water, which made paddling easy. I had brought an 8-weight fly rod with me and was tossing a Clouser Minnow, festooned with lots of flash-a-boo. It was a garish looking thing and I had hoped its shimmering appearance would entice something to hit.Jul 17th, 2020

ICAST Announces 30 New Product Showcase Best of Category Winners for 2020

Awards were presented during the first-ever virtual sportfishing trade showJul 16th, 2020

Alligator Charges Kayaker

While paddling the upper Waccamaw in N.C. I received a warm welcome from the wildlife. Filmed 7/12/20.Jul 16th, 2020

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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.

Fish Food and Flies

Fly anglers are as attracted to their flies as fish are, and in some cases, can be even more attracted to them than the fish. There are a wide variety of flies available for anglers, and selecting from the array can be complicated. There are different colors, sizes, and materials. There are weighted flies and unweighted flies. So, what are the best flies? The simple answer is: it depends.

Spring Striped Bass Run the Hudson River

New York’s Hudson River could hardly be considered pristine on its lower end. That doesn’t seem to bother the striped bass.

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28th Annual Keys Kids Fishing Derby

  The Islamorada Charter Boat Association put on another great event for 95 anglers ages 0-10 years old in the … Oct 6th, 2025

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A Wade-Fishing Pilgrimage To South Texas

I've traveled all over the Gulf Coast in search of trophy trout. As a self-proclaimed “purist,” 25 miles east of Raymondville, Texas is as good as it gets.Oct 10th, 2025

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Under 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, 2025

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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

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