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, 2026Inaugural Bisbee’s Costa Rica Offshore Tops $2.155 Million, Pura Vida Earns Top Boat Honors
It’s no coincidence that the Costa Rican national motto is pura vida—pure life. The gregarious people and the country’s abundant … Apr 21st, 2026North 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, 2026Latest Fishing ReportsLink to a dedicated Fishing Reports page
Captain Lands 500-Pound Swordfish, Feeds Entire Town
A Florida Keys charter captain reeled in a massive 480-pound swordfish after an exhausting five-hour battle at sea. The rare catch, made during a family fishing trip, is one of the largest seen in the area in years.Apr 16th, 2026
Spring Flounder Trickle
While the fall flounder run is a well-known spectacle, the spring return is a more subtle "trickle" that begins as early as late February. Unlike the concentrated mass exodus of the fall, spring flounder gradually re-enter estuaries through passes and channels, eventually spreading throughout the bays from deep ledges to shallow marsh guts. This transition period offers excellent opportunities for anglers willing to brave the spring winds, using sinking lures for deep water early in the season and shallow-water shrimp imitations as temperatures rise.Apr 15th, 2026
Suzuki Marine Teams Up With Fuel 1 – A Purfuels Retailer Of Sustainable Marine Fuel
Partnership Paves Way to Making Specialized, Ethanol-Free Marine Fuel Available Through Suzuki Marine Dealers, Benefitting Boaters and the EnvironmentApr 14th, 2026
No Le Hace Takes Top Prize at 6th Annual Chub Cay Invitational
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.Apr 13th, 2026
For A Great Fight, Try the Rooster Fish
If you want a fight you won’t forget, target roosterfish. These inshore beasts crush baits and go on screaming runs—pure sport, all adrenaline.Apr 13th, 2026advertisement
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Peacock Bass: South Florida’s Best Kept Secret
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Killbox wins Islamorada Sailfish Tournament
Dec 9th, 2025Escape to Nature at Big Cedar Lodge in the Missouri Ozarks
Nestled along Table Rock Lake in the Missouri Ozarks, Big Cedar Lodge is a sprawling wilderness resort that blends rustic charm with upscale comfort, offering world-class fishing, golf, and outdoor adventure. Founded by Bass Pro Shops’ Johnny Morris, it’s designed as a nature-focused escape where families can relax, explore, and reconnect in a scenic, conservation-minded setting.Apr 9th, 2026Don’t Think About This the Next Time You Go Fishing
Fishing is full of quirky superstitions—from “no bananas on the boat” to the dreaded first-cast curse—but whether rooted in history or just habit, they all shape how we experience a day on the water. In the end, belief or not, every angler knows there’s always one more chance… the last cast.Apr 8th, 2026Section Heading **link to section page
Outfitting Your Boat for Offshore Fishing
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Lake Calcasieu—the Model Estuary
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The Evolution of Tackle
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Read The April Issue!
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Basic Yearly Boat and Trailer Maintenance and Inspection
Mar 30th, 2026
Cotton Tree Lodge, Belize
Mar 27th, 2026
Adventures South Of the Border: Fishing the Estuaries
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Jumpin’ Bass: The Surprise Hitchhiker
Mar 25th, 2026
Rescued Boater Accused Of Hijacking Sea Tow Vessel
Mar 24th, 2026
North Carolina’s Roanoke River Striper Fantasy
Mar 23rd, 2026