Islamorada African Pompano
Fishing the waters off Islamorada delivered an unforgettable battle when an African pompano crushed a live pinfish the moment it hit the bottom.Apr 30th, 2026To Stakeout or Anchor your Kayak
When it comes to kayak positioning, anglers debate whether to anchor or stake out—but in shallow water, a simple pole often offers faster, quieter control, helping you stop instantly without spooking fish and stay locked onto your target. Check out some great tips here!Apr 30th, 2026Finding The Magic Crappie Dock
Across the Southeast, most crappie are in some stage of the spawn. They will soon move back out into deeper … Apr 29th, 2026Latest Fishing ReportsLink to a dedicated Fishing Reports page

Think you’ve got what it takes? 🛶🎣
Kayak fishing tournaments are one of the fastest-growing ways to compete on the water—and they’re all about skill, strategy, and a little bit of grit. From catch-photo-release formats to measuring fish by the inch, it’s a whole different game out there. If you’ve ever thought about entering your first event, this is a great place to start!Apr 28th, 2026
Bass Fishing the Spring Herring Spawn
No one seems to know exactly where they came from, but blueback herring have changed the face of bass and striper fishing over the last decades in reservoirs that have them.Apr 27th, 2026
Martin County Sinks 227-Foot Ship To Create New Artificial Reef
Martin County's newest artificial reef features a 227-foot ship sunk off the coast to honor Boo McCulley and support the local marine ecosystem.Apr 24th, 2026
Suzuki Marine Helps Power Jacob Wheeler To First Redcrest Championship
Bass Fishing Superstar Adds Missing Piece to His Long List of Accomplishments, Using Skill and Strategy on Table Rock LakeApr 23rd, 2026
Early Summer Smallmouth – Wading and Floating
In just a few weeks, fishing for mountain trout in western North Carolina will start to wind down for many anglers. But just as the interest in trout fishing slows, smallmouth bass activity picks up.Apr 23rd, 2026
Increasing Casting Distance – Fine Tuning Your Reel
Last month I fished with a friend that was new to saltwater and he was having trouble getting the cast distance that he wanted. It wasn’t his reel, his reel was highly engineered and precisely built; why is it that we still see owners of new reels continuing to cast mediocre distances and get backlashes? Let’s take a look at fine-tuning that new rocket launcher reel of yours.Apr 22nd, 2026advertisement
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Killbox wins Islamorada Sailfish Tournament
Dec 9th, 2025North Carolina Man Catches Massive 212-Pound Tuna On A Jet Ski
Hunter Hicks proved that you don't need a massive sportfishing boat to land a monster. Ten miles off the North Carolina coast, Hicks hooked a 212-pound bluefin tuna while solo on a Jet Ski. After a grueling battle he compared to "fighting Mike Tyson," Hicks successfully towed the 70-inch beast back to shore, cementing his place in Outer Banks fishing lore.Apr 17th, 2026Bridges Over Bubbling Water: Why Gear Snobbery Kills the Sport
As a guide, I’ve seen firsthand that when we stop judging the "other guy" and start sharing techniques, we catch more fish and protect our fisheries. It’s time to put down the prejudices, pick up a new rod, and lead by example for the next generation of anglers.Apr 17th, 2026Section Heading **link to section page

Captain Lands 500-Pound Swordfish, Feeds Entire Town
Apr 16th, 2026
Spring Flounder Trickle
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For A Great Fight, Try the Rooster Fish
Apr 13th, 2026
Peacock Bass: South Florida’s Best Kept Secret
Apr 10th, 2026
Don’t Think About This the Next Time You Go Fishing
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Outfitting Your Boat for Offshore Fishing
Apr 7th, 2026
Lake Calcasieu—the Model Estuary
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