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Sight Fishing the Islands

If you are fortunate enough to be breathing March air on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi then you need to maximize the days.

Preparing for Grouper Season

I know it’s the middle of winter, the water is cold, and you may have even winterized your boat. However, now is the time to prepare your tackle and rigs for the opening of grouper season.

Fantastic Fishing is Closer Than You Think!

A quick jaunt from the Miami airport, Marathon, in the heart of the Florida Keys, is a world away from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Winter Fishing on Mississippi Gulf Coast

The harsh air of winter can grind down even the strongest of spirits. If you’re visiting the Gulf Coast of Mississippi then your winter just got a whole lot better.

Tackle Box for Spring Cobia Fishing

Well, it's the time of year to get your cobia tackle ready, because they will be showing up very soon! Last year, we saw the first schools arrive in the area during the last two weeks of April.

The Turn- Fishing Seasons

Every season in fishing has a certain magic temperature or weather associated with it. The fall kicks off with that first cool front. Winter sets in around mid December with water temperatures falling into the 50s or much lower depending upon your region of the country, cold rains, snow, ice, north winds, and grey skies. Within each of these seasons there seems to be a certain day or week in which we feel the turn has happened and a new season is upon us.

Surf Fishing

Sharks Approach Surfers

Drone footage shows sharks approaching surfers and paddle boarders near the Fort Pierce Inlet in Fort Pierce, Florida. At one point a big shark nearly attacks a smaller shark right next to a surfer.

Fishing Tips, Advice & GuidesMore Tips, Advice & Guides

Modify Hard Baits for Big Fish

Most hard baits have two or three treble hooks. The problem with this setup is large fish and lengthy fights can cause those tiny hooks to open up or tear from a fish’s lip. We all know this loss hurts. The bigger the fish, the worse it hurts and the more likely it is to happen. I came up with a solution for this scenario several years ago while targeting giant tarpon. I adapted my hard baits to use a single large hook. It resulted in the successful landing of more big fish than with the original hardware.

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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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20 inch sheepshead

ELLE with a snook

Fished all around Lake Toho, but just before we went in…