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Fly Fishing For Southeastern Hybrids And Stripers
Across the region, hybrid and striped bass are some of the most exciting gamefish in our reservoirs. Targeting them with flies can be difficult, but it has to be the most exciting way to catch them.
More Than 30K Lionfish Speared In 2023 Challenge
With 281 participants embarking on 917 trips, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) annual four-month tournament removed 30,494 lionfish from Florida waters. It was a record-breaking year for participation, nearly doubling the program’s previous high. The total number of lionfish removed was also a new record and beat last year’s numbers by nearly 5,000 fish.
More Bad News for Chesapeake Stripers
It was another bad year for striped bass reproduction in Chesapeake Bay. Maryland released results from its annual juvenile striped bass survey, and the numbers were well below average, continuing a streak of poor reproductive years going back to 2019.
Change It Up
Ever heard the phrase, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it?” A few weeks ago fishing on the tides of the quarter moon, I did something we don’t do often enough as anglers. I broke it and it became better!
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces 50% Discounts For Florida State Park Passes And FWC Hunting And Fishing Licenses
Discounts available for three months, from Oct. 14, 2023, through Jan. 13, 2024
Omaha Angler Lands Ghost Flathead
Nebraska angler Alex “Flathead” Doty had a heck of a night on Oct. 1. Fishing a small Nebraska creek, he landed a rare 49-pound leucistic flathead catfish, and then a few hours later he caught a 72-pounder that is his personal best.
Foundation Outdoor Group Supports 2023 Bass Fishing Hall of Fame
Induction Ceremony Includes Presentation of Custom Rods to 2023 Honorees
One Big Fish! Nearly 80-Pound Wahoo Wins Summer-Long Series
Just one big fish was what it took to win the West Palm Beach Fishing Club’s Full Moon Wahoo Series. A monster 79.8-pound ’hoo caught in July gave Mike Ferrara and team Terry II the heaviest aggregate weight across the three-event series.
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.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!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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