The profound effects we have on the environment are savage and it’s imperative we look to implement sustainable and ecologically responsible choices in every aspect of our daily lives. It’s a lifestyle not a trend, and there’s no more time to live under the illusion that our wasteful practices are in any way acceptable. From the harvest of sustainable food sources an... Read More
With a focus on the future of fishing, and many anglers adapting to widespread catch and release practices, heading out for a day on the water is no longer solely about filling the box. However, some pelagic species are targeted strictly for their prized flesh. Wahoo are big game targets that are never to be released and when you’re given the chance to swing the gaff, th... Read More
Though touring bass professionals claim baitcasters offer greater sensitivity and increased cranking power, it’s no secret many Floridian’s prefer fixed-spool spinning reels when probing saltwater environs. However, it must be understood that numerous factors contribute to the appropriate delivery of a well-aimed cast.Whether giving sufficient lead to a s... Read More
With countless natural and artificial offerings available to Florida anglers, and numerous different baits effective for various species across a wide array of venues, we wanted to take a closer look at the options and share the benefits of each offering in a head-to-head competition. As Bait Wars progresses, readers may be surprised to learn there are scenarios when an ar... Read More
Shimano is recognized worldwide as the leading manufacturer of the smoothest, fastest and most powerful saltwater fishing reels in existence, but it’s not by chance the reels are placed on such a high pedestal. Rather, a lifetime of innovation has led to the most perfectly forged, geared and finely tuned reels in the world, with all of their efforts leading up to the new... Read More
Over the years not many pelagic species have undergone such intense angling pressure as swordfish, yet through sustainable and restricted commercial and recreational harvesting the once depleted fishery is now thriving. On any given day anglers along the southern coast of Florida can head offshore and stand a good chance at battling the worst tempered and most combative ga... Read More
Distinguished by its active volcanoes providing the highest elevation in all of Central America, vast rainforests, ancient Mayan ruins, Spanish Colonial heritage and what is unquestionably the world’s largest concentration of Pacific sailfish, Guatemala is a traveling angler’s paradise. However, don’t be under the assumption that you need to time your trip during pea... Read More
Imagine the National Football League team you play on is so exceptional that the Vince Lombardi Trophy is presented well before the Super Bowl is even contested. Well, this scenario turned true for none other than Team Mercury’s Bassmaster Elite Series competitor, Aaron Martens. Remember the 1972 Miami Dolphins’ perfect season of 17-0?Already notched in the Eli... Read More
Most don't realize how lucky we are to live where others vacation, but the true locals are fully aware of the world-class fisheries that make the Sunshine State so special. The influx of snowbirds escaping winter’s harsh grasp and the summertime scare of unpredictable tropical cyclones surely aren’t admirable traits to be exploited by the tourism board, but those in th... Read More
The sequence of events that led to the situation you face isn’t going to change anything at this point. The only thing that matters is that you are now stranded in the open ocean and fighting for your life.For all of us who spend time on the water, even the thought of being lost at sea is terrifying, however don’t panic, YOU CAN SURVIVE! By taking the necessary... Read More
