Hollow-bodied frogs are all the rage these days around Florida’s inland waterways. But fishing these lures is quite a bit different than fishing with
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The wide-ranging game fish that hunt Sunshine State shallows feed on a huge variety of forage species, with baitfish making up a great deal of their d
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When I started fishing as a kid, fishing line was pretty simple: It was all about monofilament. Flash ahead 30 years and these days it’s not uncommon
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When you think of inshore fishing in Florida, it’s hard not to think of redfish. Known for their copper-bronze coloring and iconic spotted tail, redfi
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For winter offshore fishing, there are very few fish that won't eat a live, dead, or chunk of ballyhoo. Ballyhoo, otherwise known as "half beaks," are
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As the annual mullet run approaches down Florida’s Atlantic coast, anglers are eager to get out on the water. Whether you’re a seasoned vet or a first
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Mangrove snapper are undoubtedly among the most common game fish encountered by anglers in Florida. From shallow backwaters to offshore structure, the
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Among the many inshore game fish anglers enjoy targeting in Sunshine State waters, snook can be some of the most challenging. These fish are fairly co
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Moments after the float landed next to a log protruding from matted vegetation, it disappeared into the dark tannic water almost as if someone threw a
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Florida's inshore waters offer anglers countless opportunities to successfully pursue a bevy of prized game fish. Though, hooking and landing these fi
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With countless natural and artificial offerings available to Florida anglers, and numerous baits effective for various species across a wide array of
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Some are hooked the first time they experience it and some just never get it. Why is it that some people find fly‑fishing so captivating? There are ce
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With an incredible variety of lure designs on the market all claiming to provide the unrivaled mimicry and action needed to fool trophy game fish, it’
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In comparison to big game fishing for billfish and tuna, inshore angling represents a simple and enjoyable approach nearly anyone can be successful at
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Although there are countless artificial offerings that masterfully mimic live forage, I will tell you for certain that nothing beats the real deal. Ev
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Advancements in tackle and technology continue to offer anglers a truly unfair advantage. But with all of the added innovations brought to us over rec
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One could argue that advancing technologies are changing recreational sport fishing as we know it, but one thing remains constant and will likely neve
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If you fish a spinning reel with thin diameter braided fishing line, you will eventually have to deal with a wind knot, although wind isn’t always to
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For whatever reason, targeting the ocean’s most formidable predators on tackle nowhere near suitable for the job is incredibly intriguing. Subduing pr
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While the winter season is settling in and anglers are becoming accustomed to fewer days on the water, there's a group of die-hards that can't get eno
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Some anglers are simply destined for failure. It is a sad reality, and a harsh one at that. You see, fishing fundamentals cannot be overlooked no matt
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Often neglected for more noteworthy equipment and accessories, swivels are actually some of the most consequential pieces of terminal tackle in existe
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Mangrove snapper…gray snapper…black snapper...grovers…mangos…we don’t care what you call them. From the moment these fierce fish enter the aquatic wor
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Around the state, shallow estuaries provide the ideal habitat for a variety of adolescent game fish to mature. Along with juvenile redfish, tarpon, tr
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It should come as no surprise that sharp hooks and strong knots are key components to successful days on the water. One of many knots used to attach h
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Anglers are always looking for new techniques and equipment that will give them an advantage over their gill-bearing opponents. While fresh bait and b
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If you’ve ever used live croaker for bait, then you are well aware of their unfair advantage. As a matter of fact, in years past the state of Texas wa
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No matter your target venue or species, proper drag settings are crucial to your overall angling success. Without a clear understanding of how to set
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Fishing knots form critical connections that enable anglers to subdue powerful game fish, and it’s important to note that best is a relative term. Man
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There’s no arguing the fact that dedicated anglers are a quirky bunch. Willingly committing acts the general population would consider foolish and goi
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The worst feeling any angler—novice or pro—can experience is loosing a quality fish due to some sort of tackle failure that could have easily been avo
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Flounder are one of the most challenging fish to target in all of Northeast Florida, and as a result they’re often only caught as bycatch when fishing
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It’s no secret that visitors from around the country flock to beaches of Florida to relax and have fun in the sun. While the warm water and gentle lap
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Single out one item that has undisputedly revolutionized fishing in the 21st Century, and the spotlight would have to shine on braided fishing line. T
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The waters surrounding the great state of Florida provide essential habitat to thousands of species of marine fish. Learning how to identify what’s on
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The sun was just beginning to peek over the horizon and the air was already a sultry 88°. Despite an early morning awakening, a 38-mile drive from the
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Ridiculously effective, a tube lure is essentially very simple. It is a hollowed-out, cylindrical soft plastic bait with a tentacle-encased opening an
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