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How To Hook Bait Properly To Target Pompano

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Blue Catfish: Invasive and Delicious

​Blue catfish in Maryland are big, they're spreading, and they're hungry​. The blue catfish is a rapidly spreading invasive species, and the gaping maw between its barbels spells death for blue crabs and native fish. Next time you’re out fishing or even grabbing groceries, be on the lookout for MAWS.

Monkton Angler Achieves FishMaryland Master Angler Status

Ben Halfpap Becomes First to Catch All Three Invasive Species

Let Out Some Line at Burke Lake

This DWR fishing lake is a great fishing spot for Northern Virginia anglers

Art Weston Sets New World Record for Alligator Gar

Art Weston, fishing with Captain Kirk Kirkland at Sam Rayburn Lake, landed an impressive 188-pound alligator gar. This catch set the IGFA Men’s 2-kg (4 lb) Line Class World Record for the species.

Craig Williams Sets New All-Tackle World Record with 14-Pound Oyster Pompano

Craig Williams was fishing in Point Samson, Australia, when he landed an impressive 14-pound, 14-ounce oyster pompano. This remarkable catch has earned Craig the IGFA All-Tackle World Record for the species.

Moriyuki Kinai Sets New All-Tackle Length World Record Snakehead

Moriyuki Kinai was fishing at Khao Chuk Lake in Thailand when he caught an impressive 97-centimeter snakehead. This remarkable catch earned him the IGFA All-Tackle Length World Record for the species.

Joseph Rutigliano’s Record-Tying Tautog

Joseph Rutigliano was fishing off the coast of Ocean City, Maryland, when he caught an impressive 70-centimeter tautog. This catch allowed Joseph to tie the IGFA All-Tackle Length World Record for the species.

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Junior Angler Secures the Win in the 2026 Chub Cay Open

Teenager Jack Morino led team Sempre Duro to victory at the 2026 Chub Cay Open, securing both the tournament title and the Junior Angler trophy after a clutch blue marlin release. The 21-boat fleet saw intense competition in the Bahamas, with Gina Lisa and Marlin Brando rounding out the top three. Tournament Director Robert "Fly" Navarro noted excellent conditions for the event, which now leads into the series finale, the Chub Cay Invitational, on April 9–11.

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Cotton Tree Lodge, Belize

Time to accept a new concept, bucket list trips that are completely kid friendly and have all the bucket needs associated with the once in a life time experience. Now, add the twist of letting the kids dream up the place, with one limitation, of course, fish!

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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.

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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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