Go Deep(er)
Think you need heavy conventional gear and 80-lb test to pull big grouper from the deep? Think again. Fishing the 350 to 500+ foot depth range requires a total shift in mindset. Out here, heavy structure isn't the challenge—finding the bait is. Discover why a 20-pound braid, advanced electronics, and a perfectly weighted squid jig are the ultimate secret weapons for targeting deep-water giants.Jun 8th, 202612th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament May 29th – May 31st, 2026
The 12th Annual Skippers Dolphin Tournament returned to Key Largo May 29–31, 2026, bringing together anglers from across the region for an exciting weekend of offshore fishing, big payouts, dockside festivities, and Florida Keys camaraderie.Jun 5th, 2026Real Florida Living Still Exists
From quiet backroads and small-town charm to endless outdoor adventures, Real Florida Living still thrives for those willing to slow down and explore. Discover the authentic side of the Sunshine State where nature, community, and a simpler way of life remain alive and well.Jun 4th, 2026Retention Limit Adjustment: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna Angling Category Fishery
NOAA Fisheries is adjusting the Atlantic bluefin tuna daily retention limits for recreational fishermen. The adjusted limits will take effect June 1, 2026, and extend through December 31, 2026, unless modified by later action. NOAA Fisheries may need to take additional action later in the year to further adjust the retention limits or close the fishery.Jun 3rd, 2026Latest Fishing ReportsLink to a dedicated Fishing Reports page
FWC announces winners of the School Fishing Program’s Fishing & Conservation Challenge
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) School Fishing Program congratulates the winners of the Fishing & Conservation Challenge. This pastschool year, students across the state completed various projects focused on conservation and ethical angling such as cleaning up their local waterway, practicing catch and release, and passing on their knowledge of fishing to younger students.Jun 2nd, 2026
Early June Adventures at Merritt Reservoir, Nebraska
Early June at Merritt Reservoir in Nebraska offers a prime window for anglers as post-spawn fish settle into summer patterns. Walleye, bass, perch, and catfish all become more active around weed edges, points, and channel breaks, creating steady action across the lake’s diverse structure and scenic Sandhills setting.Jun 2nd, 2026
Offshore Is On!
The warm weather has officially arrived, and with it, the highly anticipated offshore shift is in full swing. As water temperatures climb, pelagic gamefish and heavy-hitting bottom dwellers are moving into deeper structures, reefs, and wrecks.May 29th, 2026
Lake Toho Restoration Project Brings New Life to Shorelines
Conservation Florida and Sea & Shoreline have partnered on a major restoration project at East Lake Tohopekaliga, planting more than 250,000 native eelgrass plants across 50 acres of shoreline habitat. The effort will help improve water quality, restore critical fish and wildlife habitat, and support the long-term health of one of the Everglades’ important headwater lakes. The project is expected to benefit anglers, boaters, native wildlife, and the surrounding community for years to come.May 28th, 2026
The Offshore Shift: When Bass Leave the Bank for Good
As post-spawn heat intensifies, largemouth bass abandon shallow shorelines for deeper structures like ledges and humps to find cooler water. This "offshore shift" requires anglers to swap shallow tactics for deep-water techniques May 27th, 2026advertisement
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Top 3 Pro Tips To Catch More Fish!
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Federal Court Halts Atlantic Red Snapper Season Just One Day Before Launch; Florida Pivots State Rules
Florida anglers hoping to kick off Memorial Day weekend with the highly anticipated, newly expanded 39-day Atlantic red snapper season hit an unexpected snag.May 22nd, 2026Lipless Crankbait vs. the Chatterbait
How Matching the Hatch and the Right Rod Drives Bass Fishing Success May 21st, 2026Section Heading **link to section page
Honoring the Life of Ben Martin
May 21st, 2026
Drop It Like It’s Hot 🔥
May 20th, 2026
May: The Overlooked Month For Trophy Speckled Trout
May 19th, 2026
‘May’ Your Cup Overfloweth with Gags & Scamps!
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“Islandology” on Florida’s Southern Gulf Coast
May 15th, 2026
What’s Not To Like About Fishing The Bahamas?
May 14th, 2026
The Church On The Lake
May 13th, 2026
Bucket List: Central Costa Rica and Pacific Sailfish
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