Recently there has been a slow but steady realization by many South Florida fisherman that the Keys barracuda population is in decline. As a result, Bonefish and Tarpon Trust, KeysKeeper, and the Lower Keys Guides Association are teaming up to urge the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to make barracuda a top priority on their list.Treasure CoastNov 19th, 2014
The Michael Shields Memorial Inshore Open Fishing Tournament was held on September 26 – 27, where a record 160 anglers and over 400 guests raised nearly $65,000.Treasure CoastOct 24th, 2014
The popularity of land crabs as a tasty meal and the loss of habitat to development have significantly impacted their population numbers. The practice of catching them just as they are heading to deposit their eggs in the ocean, the worst time to harvest, has increased to the point that it has prompted the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission to issue a set of rules to protect these colorful crabs during their most vulnerable period.Florida Oceanographic SocietyOct 19th, 2014
Florida freshwater anglers target at least 25 species of native fishes. Most are within a 45-minute drive of anyone wanting to wet a line. In addition to those, the free Florida Big Catch angler recognition program (BigCatchFlorida.com) features six species of exotic fishes from other countries and several fish species that expanded their ranges from farther north.Treasure CoastSep 16th, 2014
The Indian River Lagoon is a unique and precious natural resource on the Treasure Coast that is in need of protection from damaging environmental impacts. The owners and staff of Newitt Jewelers know how important a clean and healthy river system is to the local economy and to future generations. Newitt Jewelers is an independent jewelry store located on the Jensen Beach/Stuart line in the Total Wine plaza and has been in business in the area for over 20 years.Treasure CoastSep 3rd, 2014
Divers can expect big changes to local dive sites as the summer season winds down and fall approaches. Weeks of calm conditions, typical of summertime weather patterns, maybe interrupted by tropical systems moving up from the Caribbean. Beneath the surface events such as the annual goliath grouper migration and the potential for jellyfish invasions will keep divers alert and on their toes throughout September.Steve WoodSep 3rd, 2014
Abaco Inshore Capt. Tony Bain from South Abaco Adventures shares, “During the next few months the water temperatures will start … Treasure CoastSep 3rd, 2014
September is always an exciting month to fish along the Treasure Coast. Anglers eagerly await the arrival of the annual fall mullet run. The beaches and rivers will be filled with mullet and you can find lots of predators following the bait this month.Capt. Charlie ConnerAug 27th, 2014
