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New State Record Spotted Bass Certified on Apalachicola River, FL

“I knew right away this was potentially a state record,” said Durden. “This was the biggest spotted bass I had ever seen on the river.”Jul 9th, 20250
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Scallop Report Tuesday July 8th

Live from Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in Citrus County, FLJul 8th, 20250
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McFadden Sets IGFA World Record with Blackfin Snapper Catch

On March 26, 2025, while fishing off the coast of Stuart, Florida, Michael McFadden landed a stunning 4.72-kilogram (10-pound, 6-ounce) blackfin snapper. The impressive catch has earned McFadden the IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species.Jul 4th, 20250
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Pamela Moss Sets World Record with Alabama Bass Catch on Fly

Moss was guided by Dillon Lancaster when the trophy fish struck her fly.Jul 3rd, 20250
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New IGFA World Record: Weeks Lands Massive Yellowmargin Triggerfish on Fly

Leon Mark Weeks made angling history while fly fishing the flats of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Australia. He landed a stunning 5.81-kilogram (12-pound, 13-ounce) yellowmargin triggerfish, setting a new IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species.Jul 2nd, 20250
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Record-Breaking Catch: Weston Lands 153-Pound Alligator Gar on 2-Pound Line

On April 8, 2025, angler Art Weston reeled in an astonishing 153-pound alligator gar while fishing on Lake Livingston, TXJul 1st, 20250
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Pat Hutchinson Lands World Record Blue Catfish on Light Tackle

Pat Hutchinson set a new IGFA Women’s 3-kg (6 lb.) Line Class World Record with a 13.61-kilogram (30-pound) blue catfish caught on the James River in Virginia. The record-setting catfish struck her cut bait, and after a determined 22-minute battle, Pat successfully landed the fish. She weighed it on a certified scale before safely releasing it back into the river.Jul 1st, 20250
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Scholarship Winners Announced by CCA & Mud Hole Education Program

In its fourth consecutive year fostering environmental leadership through Florida high school students, the CCA Florida Fred Crabill Youth Scholarship Program presented by the Mud Hole Custom Tackle Education Program announced the 2025 scholarship winners at the Awards Banquet on Thursday, June 19.Jun 27th, 20250
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The Reel Deal wins the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum’s 2025 Celebrity Fishing Tournament

The University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum proudly returned to Islamorada, Florida June 19th through the 21st for a Fan Fest and Celebrity Fishing Tournament.Jun 27th, 20250
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Read The July Issue!

Read the latest issue in your area!Jun 27th, 20250
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A Tale Of Fathers, Daughters And Fishing

On a recent spring day, I was reminded what it means to be a proud father of a young lady in love with fishing and our beautiful lifestyle.Jun 26th, 20250
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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. Jun 25th, 20250
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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.Jun 24th, 20250
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How Alligators Catch Fish

The alligator has been around for over 37 million years, in which time it has perfected its hunting skills.Jun 23rd, 20250
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South Florida Angler Reels in Rare 148-Pound Opah off Fort Lauderdale Coast

'It's the equivalent of seeing big foot:' Rare 148 pound Opah caught in Fort LauderdaleJun 19th, 20250
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Save Rodman Reservoir in North-Central Florida!

Time is running out to save one of Florida’s most treasured fisheries. The Florida Legislature has passed a state budget that includes funding to remove the Rodman Dam — a move that would destroy the Rodman Reservoir as we know it.Jun 19th, 20250
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Florida Keys Elks Lodge’s 11th Annual Ladies Dolphin Tournament of the Florida Keys!

On June 7th with winds out of the east, ninety anglers boarded 30 boats for the Florida Keys Elks Lodge’s 11th Annual Ladies Dolphin TournamentJun 18th, 20250

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New State Record Spotted Bass Certified on Apalachicola River, FL

“I knew right away this was potentially a state record,” said Durden. “This was the biggest spotted bass I had ever seen on the river.”Jul 9th, 20250
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Scallop Report Tuesday July 8th

Live from Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in Citrus County, FLJul 8th, 20250
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McFadden Sets IGFA World Record with Blackfin Snapper Catch

On March 26, 2025, while fishing off the coast of Stuart, Florida, Michael McFadden landed a stunning 4.72-kilogram (10-pound, 6-ounce) blackfin snapper. The impressive catch has earned McFadden the IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species.Jul 4th, 20250
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Pamela Moss Sets World Record with Alabama Bass Catch on Fly

Moss was guided by Dillon Lancaster when the trophy fish struck her fly.Jul 3rd, 20250
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New IGFA World Record: Weeks Lands Massive Yellowmargin Triggerfish on Fly

Leon Mark Weeks made angling history while fly fishing the flats of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Australia. He landed a stunning 5.81-kilogram (12-pound, 13-ounce) yellowmargin triggerfish, setting a new IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species.Jul 2nd, 20250

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New State Record Spotted Bass Certified on Apalachicola River, FL

“I knew right away this was potentially a state record,” said Durden. “This was the biggest spotted bass I had ever seen on the river.”Jul 9th, 2025

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Ice Fishing Lake Winnipesaukee

Lake Winnipesaukee is one of New Hampshire’s most sought-after ice fishing destinations and one that should be on the bucket list of all anglers. Affectionately called “Winni,” or “the Big Lake,” this 71-square-mile lake has a maximum depth of 200 feet.Jan 27th, 2014

Winter Fishing on Mississippi Gulf Coast

The harsh air of winter can grind down even the strongest of spirits. If you’re visiting the Gulf Coast of Mississippi then your winter just got a whole lot better. Jan 27th, 2014

Making the Best of Your Down Time

To me, it seems insane that the mainstream media has taken to naming winter storms, but Hercules looks like fishing north of the southern coasts will be a bit tough this winter. Instead of driving yourself mad with cabin fever over the next few months, spend your time off the water setting up your spring fishing plan. Jan 27th, 2014
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New State Record Spotted Bass Certified on Apalachicola River, FL

“I knew right away this was potentially a state record,” said Durden. “This was the biggest spotted bass I had ever seen on the river.”Jul 9th, 2025
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Scallop Report Tuesday July 8th

Live from Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in Citrus County, FLJul 8th, 2025
National

McFadden Sets IGFA World Record with Blackfin Snapper Catch

On March 26, 2025, while fishing off the coast of Stuart, Florida, Michael McFadden landed a stunning 4.72-kilogram (10-pound, 6-ounce) blackfin snapper. The impressive catch has earned McFadden the IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species.Jul 4th, 2025
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New State Record Spotted Bass Certified on Apalachicola River, FL

“I knew right away this was potentially a state record,” said Durden. “This was the biggest spotted bass I had ever seen on the river.”Jul 9th, 2025
National

Scallop Report Tuesday July 8th

Live from Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in Citrus County, FLJul 8th, 2025
National

McFadden Sets IGFA World Record with Blackfin Snapper Catch

On March 26, 2025, while fishing off the coast of Stuart, Florida, Michael McFadden landed a stunning 4.72-kilogram (10-pound, 6-ounce) blackfin snapper. The impressive catch has earned McFadden the IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species.Jul 4th, 2025

New State Record Spotted Bass Certified on Apalachicola River, FL

“I knew right away this was potentially a state record,” said Durden. “This was the biggest spotted bass I had ever seen on the river.”Jul 9th, 2025

Scallop Report Tuesday July 8th

Live from Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in Citrus County, FLJul 8th, 2025

New State Record Spotted Bass Certified on Apalachicola River, FL

“I knew right away this was potentially a state record,” said Durden. “This was the biggest spotted bass I had ever seen on the river.”Jul 9th, 2025

Scallop Report Tuesday July 8th

Live from Paddletail Waterfront Lodge in Citrus County, FLJul 8th, 2025