Featured Editorial

Some Iconic Florida Fishing Piers Gone After Hurricanes

The Rod & Reel Pier was established in 1947 and was known for its "little bit of old Florida" charm. The owner, Oliver “Oli” Lemke, hopes to rebuild the pier and restaurant  Oct 23rd, 2024

Teen Kayaker Rescued After Spending 12 Hours Lost At Sea Off Hawaii’s Coast

A 17-year-old kayaker spent about 12 hours clinging to his kayak after becoming separated from his high school group, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. Coast Guard video shows the moment he was rescued by an off-duty lifeguard who happened to be nearby. Oct 21st, 2024

Remora Wrangling

Most anglers don’t target remoras. However, if you drifted your bait past a cruising shark and a remora attached to the big fish took it, you would be treated to a terrific fight as both animals tussled with you.  Eventually the remora would let go of its host, allowing you to haul it in.  You might then spend the rest of the day wondering how your 15 to 16-inch catch had felt more like…well…a hundred-pound shark, right?Oct 21st, 2024

Understanding Florida Amendment 2: The Right to Hunt and Fish

The amendment requires a 60% supermajority vote to pass and will take effect on January 7, 2025, if approved.Oct 18th, 2024

NOAA Announces $2 Million for Partnerships to Support Red Snapper Recovery

NOAA Fisheries’ expanded partnerships with the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission and the Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies at the University of Miami to support improved data for red snapper using Inflation Reduction Act funds.Oct 17th, 2024

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Speargun Loading Tips

It’s not uncommon to struggle with speargun loading, you may think they made the bands too short. If you give it time & use the right method, it's easy.Oct 16th, 2024

Tailing The Kingfish Migration

Perhaps more than any other species, king mackerel are temperature driven. Kingfish prefer a temperature range of about 68 to 73 degrees, which is extremely specific, and it keeps them on the move.Oct 16th, 2024

Southern Charm and Team Harvey Score Big Marlin in 2024 Mongo Offshore Challenge

The Mongo Offshore Challenge wrapped up its 5th season September 30, 2024, with two divisions covering the Atlantic seaboard and … Oct 15th, 2024

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The Effects Of Hurricanes On Fisheries

It’s easy to see the destructive forces of high winds and heavy rains on land. What’s less obvious are the … Oct 13th, 2024

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Hurricane Milton: US Coast Guard Rescues Man Clinging To Cooler Miles Off The Gulf Coast

The US Coast Guard has rescued a man who was found clinging to a floating cooler 30 miles from Longboat Key, a barrier island off the coast of the Manatee County / Sarasota area. Officials have not named the man, but said he is the captain of a fishing vessel. Officials estimated that the captain experienced approximately 75-90mph winds and 20-25ft seas.Oct 11th, 2024