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Florida Man Hammered for Illegal Fishing in The Bahamas
A Tavernier, Fla. man was recently sentenced to buy The Bahamas a $200,000-plus newly constructed 30’ Contender Tournament after pleading guilty in a plea deal for fishing violations.
Senators Propose Forage Fish Protections
In late April, two U.S. senators introduced a bill to increase protections for small fish that serve as the food base in aquatic ecosystems. This bill would amend the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act to require the role forage fish play in the marine ecosystem be accounted for when federal fisheries managers set catch limits on these small but important fish.
Chased by Bull Alligator While Tarpon Fishing
Florida fisherman chased by 11-foot alligator in Everglades and it was caught on camera!
New Artificial Reef Off St. George Island
A new artificial reef will be deployed off St. George Island and Apalachicola, FL later this summer!
A Sustainable Seafood Sampler from Coast to Coast
Learn more about some regional favorites and find a new recipe for your next summer celebration.
Texas Angler Broke A Fishing World Record After Landing A Rare ‘Meanmouth’ Hybrid Bass
The Meanmouth Bass is a rare hybrid that results between a Largemouth Bass and a Smallmouth Bass
2021 Emerald Coast Blue Marlin Classic
Slated for June 23-27. Miramar Beach, Florida
South Carolina teacher’s 173-pound spinner shark confirmed as new state record!
It beat out the previous record by about 2 pounds
Killbox wins Islamorada Sailfish Tournament
The tournament brought steady excitement on the water as well with strong performances across both divisions.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.Surviving Cold Water Shock
Cold water shock is the real killer in winter boating accidents, not hypothermia. The initial gasp reflex can overwhelm you in seconds, leading to rapid drowning if you’re unprepared. Learn how to control your breathing, use the HELP position, and apply survival techniques like the carpet formation to conserve heat, save energy, and dramatically increase your chances of survival in cold water emergencies.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.
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