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Cecil County, MD Angler Named 15th FishMaryland Master Angler
Nick Perez joins his 12-year-old daughter Lucy on the list of Master Anglers. Perez has been fishing Maryland waters since age two and has explored almost every fishery in the state. Inspired by his daughter's achievement, Perez decided to pursue the Master Angler title himself.
Virginia Angler Breaks 30-Year State Rainbow Trout Record
Grant Bentz of McGaheysville, Virginia, shattered a long-standing state record with a 14 lb., 12 oz. rainbow trout. The fish broke the previous record set in 1993 by Michael Lowe at 14 lbs., 7 oz. Despite knowing many might disapprove, Bentz decided to cook the fish, citing low survival chances for large trout in the summer. Bentz plans to have a replica of the fish made to commemorate his achievement.
The Most Dangerous Dive Site In Florida
This is the Eagle’s Nest sinkhole in Florida. From the surface, it’s just an unremarkable, uninviting, and algae-filled little pond. But this view of it is deceptive. At the bottom of this little pond is a 6-foot-wide vertical tube leading to a massive pitch-black cave room the size of an airplane hanger, and that is just the beginning.
New Super Reef Completed: A Boost for Louisiana’s Coastline!
The new reef comprises 36 “Super Reefs” designed by Reefmaker, constructed to mimic natural structures and provide essential habitats for marine life. These innovative, pyramid-shaped structures are made of concrete, steel rebar, and limestone rocks, with open windows on each side to allow easy passage for turtles and divers.
Florida’s Chain Pickerel
In the northern parts of our great country, anglers enjoy chasing down enormous pike and elusive musky. We Floridians don’t usually give a second thought, but they are in Florida!
Caroline May Evans’ Record Brook Trout
Caroline May Evans hiked with her father to a high-altitude lake in Salmon, Idaho for a day of trout fishing. Using a nightcrawler, Caroline landed a 36-centimeter brook trout, earning her the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. After measuring the length on her official IGFA Measuring Device, she safely released the fish back into the lake.
Jan Gredysa’s Record-Breaking Summer Flounder
Jan Gredysa experienced a memorable day fishing in Shinnecock, New York, when he landed a 57-centimeter summer flounder. This impressive catch secured Jan the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. Using a Fin-S lure, Jan managed to hook the record flounder and, after a five-minute fight, successfully landed the fish. He then recorded the length on his official IGFA Measuring Device before safely releasing the flounder back into the water.
Amy O’Brien’s Record European Bass
Amy O’Brien made a remarkable catch while fishing off Wexford, Ireland, reeling in a 54-centimeter European bass. This impressive fish earned Amy the IGFA All-Tackle Length Junior World Record for the species. Using a live mackerel, she managed to boat the record bass after a quick fight. After measuring the length on her official IGFA Measuring Device and capturing the moment with some photos, she safely released the fish back into the water.
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.The Heavyweight Experience of Alaska Saltwater Fishing
Alaska saltwater fishing is not for the weak of arm or back. Halibut get big in Alaska; fish reaching weights of 400 pounds, and lengths of 9 feet long.
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