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Largest Ever Private Reef Deployment Off South Florida
The Andrew “Red” Harris Foundation breathed new life into south Florida’s marine ecosystems with a massive artificial reef deployment.
FWC – How Floridians Can Avoid Conflicts with Bears
As part of ongoing efforts to reduce conflicts with bears, the FWC is releasing two new videos in the “Living with Florida Black Bears” series.
Fish & Fishing – Toothy Critters
I never understood it. An angler hooks an unseen denizen of the deep that puts up an incredible battle before it is finally brought to boatside.
The Morning Routine
I kind of evolved into a morning person. When I was younger, it was nothing to sleep until lunch time. That is unless I was going hunting or fishing.
Fish & Fishing: A Look Back
It’s worth repeating. Today’s marketplace is overflowing with shelves full of artificial lures embodying the look and actions of countless live baits.
Focus on Redfish in August
I don’t like catching dinks, so I’ll focus on upper-slot redfish and sight casting to the big shallow trout I see while I’m fishing for reds.
Hogfish Conservation Effective Aug. 24
A new management boundary and several conservation measures for hogfish will go into effect in state and federal waters starting Aug. 24.
Hot Action on the Georgia Coast
Capt. Judy Helmey has that said the inshore fishing on Georgia’s coast has been like “Christmas in July,” with live shrimp being the ticket to fast action.
Plane Simple Wins Bragging Rights, Largest Payout in 2026 Shootout Production vs Custom
Plane Simple, a 77 Spencer run by Capt. Jimmy Werling, earned top team honors in the 2026 Shootout Production vs. Custom, which just concluded at the Abaco Beach Resort in the Bahamas.Bucket 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!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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