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When I Say “Duck”

If you are a duck hunter in Florida, you know that in the month of September we get to wet our appetites with September’s teal and wood duck season. I have recently done some scouting and have seen a good number of blue wing teals in my area.

Top of the Food Chain

Nature has a way of dictating what happens to its food webs. Things are constantly in flux, fish are moving in and out, and predators follow closely. It is the best game of cat and mouse. As a scientist, I am constantly amazed and also perplexed by how nature can be resilient at times to some things (storms, human presence), and extremely sensitive to others (changes in water quality, temperature, etc).

Sometimes Small is Better

Occasionally in the late summer or fall we will come across sailfish balling small sardines offshore in 200 to 800 feet of water. We have had times when we found these fish and had a live well full of big goggle eyes and beautiful herring, normally great sailfish bait. The sailfish would not eat these baits.

Backpacking Basics for Hunters, Hikers, and Fishermen

By Richard Griggs Backpacking equipment has come a long way. Technology and product development have allowed improvements in pack design, …

This Deer Season, Try “Talkin’ Em In”

It’s been many years since grunt tubes hit the market. Back then I was convinced that these so called "deer calls" were nothing more than a gimmick. Boy was I wrong.

Versatility: Freshwater Kayak Fishing

Freshwater kayak fishing is a sport that is growing by leaps and bounds. Many anglers have discovered that fishing for their favorite species from the helm of a kayak is quite a thrill. It can be assumed that the majority of these anglers tend to pursue one or two different species on a regular basis due to the simple fact of convenience.

In The Surf, Outta Sight

Have you ever wondered what a professional angler does on his day off? Ninety-five percent of us work all week so that we can jerk lips on the weekend, but what if that is what you do all week long?

Bait Size Selection: The Long and Short of It

Bait or lure size can be a significant factor in both attracting and landing fish, especially as fall arrives and spotted seatrout more aggressively target mullet and other finned forage.

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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.

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Enter To Win A Suzuki Portable Outboard Motor!

Winner announced 7/17/25 live from ICAST!

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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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Surviving Freediver Blackout

Tips on ways freedivers can mitigate the risk in this sport:

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That GOAT’s Six Million Dollar Boat!

Lets take a look at Tom Brady's Six Million Dollar Yacht

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