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Spring Saltwater Fishing Guide for Bigger Bites and Better Days on the Water
Spring is one of the most exciting times of year for saltwater anglers. Warmer water temperatures kick off major fish migrations, baitfish flood coastal areas, and hungry predators move into bays, inlets, and estuaries looking to feed. From aggressive bluefish …
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What Fisheries Experts Say About Keeping Trophy Crappie
Conservation-minded anglers often debate whether keeping a trophy-sized crappie is harmful to a fishery. While releasing large bass is widely encouraged because of their importance to spawning populations, crappie management is far more complicated and depends heavily on the region …
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When Competitive Bass Fishing Starts Feeling More Like Work Than Fun
For many anglers, bass fishing starts as a simple escape. Quiet mornings on the water, the anticipation of the next strike, and the freedom to fish without pressure are what make the sport special. But for some tournament anglers, that …
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Beginner’s Guide to Open Ocean and Deep Sea Fishing
Deep sea fishing, also referred to as offshore fishing, takes anglers to waters that are at least 30 feet deep. This exhilarating form of fishing offers the chance to reel in larger species such as tuna, swordfish, and even sharks …
7 Reasons Why Texas is a Fishing Paradise
Looking for the ultimate fishing destination? Texas stands as an unbeatable choice, offering diverse fishing grounds, pristine water conditions, and a multitude of fish species. With these exceptional attributes, it’s no wonder Texas claims the crown for the best fishing …
Don’t Make These Mistakes When Fishing with Kids
Fishing can be a fantastic way to ignite a lasting fascination with the outdoors in children. The intrigue of a disappearing bobber below the water’s surface holds a magical appeal for youngsters and can serve as a simple entry point …
Watch Your Line and You’ll Catch More Fish
In the past, detecting bites used to be a challenge, especially with subsurface baits. Anglers relied on watching their line to spot bites, and this technique still has its advantages today. Even though modern equipment is more sensitive, these line-watching …
Tampa Mayor Castor Catches 70 Pounds of Cocaine on Fishing Trip
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor recently made an unexpected discovery while on a fishing trip with her family off the Florida Keys. During their mahi-mahi fishing day, they spotted a mysterious package floating in the water. Upon closer inspection, they realized …
Learn All You’ll Ever Need to Know about the Flathead Catfish
The flathead catfish, also known by various names, is a formidable predatory fish that can put up an incredible fight when caught. Belonging to the North American catfish family, they are easily recognizable by their distinctive features, including a noticeable …
7 Reasons You Need to Fish Ohio
Ohio is known for many things, such as the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and for being the setting of the Drew Carey Show. However, many skip over the fact that the Buckeye State has some of the best …
Big Baits Lead to Big Fish
The saying goes that there’s always a bigger fish, proven true once again in the video below. Watch as an angler uses a big jackfish as bait and hooks a monster from the deep. @ryanizfishing Big baits catch big fish!🤯 …
Louisiana Redfish to be Stocked in First-of-its-Kind Program
Louisiana is starting a pilot program to stock hatchery-raised redfish, a first-of-its-kind initiative in the state, in response to the sharp decline in the redfish population. While officials don’t expect stocking to solve the population decline, the program aims to …
Historically Massive Shark Caught at 90th Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
A potential state record tiger shark was caught at the 90th annual Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo at Dauphin Island. Brett Rutledge brought in the massive tiger shark weighing 1,019 pounds, surpassing the previous record of 988.5 pounds set in …














