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Surf Fishing Texas Style

Discover the excitement of Texas surf fishing, from hard twitch baits and topwaters to classic spoons, soft plastics and live bait. When calm Gulf Coast waters meet hungry trout and redfish, the strikes can be anything but quiet.

Paddleboard Fishing The Backwaters

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Testing the Cheapest Powered Boat on Amazon

What happens when you pair one of the least expensive boats on Amazon with an affordable Hangkai outboard motor? In this video, the setup gets put to the test to see if this budget-friendly combination is actually worth buying. From putting the boat and motor together to getting out on the water, the video takes a look at how this inexpensive setup performs and whether it can really serve as a practical small fishing boat.

Mark Hope’s Incredible 52-Pound Barramundi on 2-Pound Line

Mark Hope’s incredible 52-pound, 3-ounce barramundi is a true light-tackle fishing legend. Caught from a kayak on just 2-pound line, the massive fish put his tackle to the ultimate test during a thrilling 20-minute battle.

Lake Monticello’s Trophy Bass Comeback

After years of renovation and careful fisheries management, Arkansas’ Lake Monticello is showing signs of a remarkable trophy bass comeback. With abundant forage, genetically selected Florida largemouth bass and multiple 10-pound-plus fish already hitting the scales, this revitalized lake could soon be back on the map as one of the premier big-bass destinations.

NOAA Announces 2026 Federal Recreational Red Snapper Season, Exempted Fishing Permits in South Atlantic

NOAA Fisheries has announced the 2026 federal recreational red snapper season in the South Atlantic, opening October 9–11. New exempted fishing permits will also allow eligible anglers in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina to participate in extended seasons through October 22.

Patella Scores IGFA Inshore Grand Slam

On June 12, 2026, Ronald Patella had an incredible day of flats fishing in Biscayne Bay, Fla. He landed an impressive permit along with a tarpon and Atlantic bonefish to earn himself an International Game Fish Association (IGFA) Inshore Grand Slam! 

Teen Angler Lands New Florida State Record Jaguar Guapote

A 16-year-old Miami angler has made Florida fishing history, landing a 3.02-pound jaguar guapote that has been certified as the new state record.

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29th Annual Keys Kids Fishing Derby

The 29th Annual Keys Kids Fishing Derby brought 142 young anglers to Islamorada for a day of fishing, fun, and prizes. Ten-year-old Brent Klefeker took home Grand Champion honors with a 37.8-pound amberjack, while a community of local supporters helped introduce the next generation to fishing.

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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!

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Spearfishing Bluewater Hunting

Bluewater spearfishing is the ultimate test of skill, patience, and nerve. Hunting massive pelagic fish while freediving in the open ocean demands precision, specialized gear, and respect for one of the most exhilarating challenges beneath the surface.

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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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