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Endless Wishes: Why the Ultimate Bucket-List Fishing Trip Is Right Outside My Door
What if the ultimate bucket-list fishing trip didn’t require a passport? From offshore pelagics to back-bay favorites, Southwest Florida offers endless opportunities—every day of the year. Capt. Kevin Deiter reflects on why the best fishing adventures might be closer to home than you think.Feb 11th, 2026
Fishing for Monster Winter Bass on Lake Guntersville
Lake Guntersville, Alabama, is legendary among bass anglers nationwide—and for good reason. Consistently ranked as one of the top bass fisheries in the U.S. and host of the 2014 Bassmaster Classic, Guntersville is famous for producing giant largemouth bass, especially from late winter through early spring.Feb 10th, 2026
Florida Freeze Triggers Widespread Snook Kill, Raising Concerns for Inshore Fisheries
A recent Florida freeze has triggered widespread snook mortality, with anglers reporting dead and cold-stunned fish across inshore waters. Biologists are still assessing the full impact on snook populations.Feb 6th, 2026
Brook Oliva Appointed to CCA Florida’s Management Committee
Florida Native and Avid Outdoorsman Excited to Advance Efforts for ConservationFeb 6th, 2026
New Spotted Seatrout Rules Approved for Indian River Lagoon
New spotted seatrout regulations have been approved for the Indian River Lagoon, bringing stricter seasons and harvest limits aimed at protecting one of the region’s most popular inshore species.Feb 6th, 2026
Fish School – Spotted Sea Trout
Spotted sea trout are better known as speckled trout, and when they get really big, gator trout. Regardless of what you call it, it’s not a trout at all. Specks belong to the drum family. They are one of the most targeted species in their range which extends from Texas to Maryland. Feb 6th, 2026Bucket 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
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.Sarah Jean Wins the 23rd Annual Virginia Beach Billfish Tournament Featuring a Record Overall Purse
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.Aug 24th, 2026Bucket 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, 2026Spearfishing 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, 2026Sarasota 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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