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Gloucester Bluefin With Cast Of Wicked Tuna
I’m riding through the dark streets of the nation’s oldest seaport with good friend T.J Ott, one of the stars of National Geographic channel’s hit show Wicked Tuna.
Bass Master Classic
Hometown hero Casey Ashley is the favorite to win “the world championship of bass fishing” at this month’s Bassmaster Classic on Lake Hartwell, at least according to our hometown boy Kerry Partain.
Fish & Fishing – Eternal Vigilance
More years ago than I can count, we were white marlin fishing out of Cape May when a captain insisted to me that the price of success was eternal vigilance.
Motivation Through Organization
With the holidays in the rearview, it’s time to focus on the next season… SPRING!
I’ll Have My Crankbait On The Rocks, Please!
I’m not sure who gets colder in of winter, the fish or me, but one thing I’ve found is we’re looking for warmer areas of the lake on cold winter days.
More Than Just A Duck Hunt
Occasionally, the rare opportunity arises for us to be a part of something much bigger than ourselves, even through the smallest, most insignificant parts of our lives.
On The Water With Hobie- Meet Me At The Bar
Early last month I was invited by 13 Fishing’s marketing manager, Jose Chavez, to put their new line of ENVY saltwater spinning rods to the test. Our goal was to land a monster creek snook. We launched before first light and headed toward the creek as the tide was quickly dumping out. It seemed like a no brainer.
Rodney Smith’s Fishy Corner Feb. 2015
February is not only the shortest month, it may also be the most difficult to predict weather-wise. After more than twenty years of writing Florida fishing forecasts, I've come to realize that my predictions are usually dependable, depending on the weather following normal patterns.
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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