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Florida Paddlesports History
Most of today’s paddlers believe stand-up paddling is a new activity, but there is a history of board sports in Florida, including stand-up paddleboards.
Spring Kayaking
As a ritual long established, I feel the need to be close to nature. To me, there’s no better way to experience the feeling than riding a kayak with a rod.
An Intro to Paddleboard Fishing
A stand-up paddleboard is a fantastic way to access shallow flats. With the same benefits as a kayak they are small enough to explore thin winding channels.
Dinner and a Show
Briskly driven by warm sea breezes, we drifted in 26-fathoms—three grizzled and oft impatient anglers awaiting a bite. We were awaiting a dinner and a show.
Kayak Cobia for All the Wrong Reasons
Some anglers argue the benefits of fishing from a kayak. They throw around stealth and the ability to access tight places.
Color Me Caught… Choosing Lure Colors
Everyone has their go-to lure or fly, that certain color and pattern that always gets the job done. But why is that one lure so effective?
Yak The Bass Spawn
Spring is the time of year when it’s good to be a kayak bass angler. With warming water temperatures, all the black bass are thinking of the spawn.
Tackle Corner: Angling for Comfort and Joint Health
Once upon a time, fishing was deemed a passive, even contemplative game, a quiet pastime spent under a straw hat and a warming sun. No more!
12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament May 29th – May 31st, 2026
The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returns to Key Largo May 29–31, 2026, bringing together anglers from across the region for an exciting weekend of offshore fishing, big payouts, dockside festivities, and Florida Keys camaraderie.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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