After the first few cold fronts of the winter graced the Sunshine State in the last few months, the first two months of the new year will provide simi
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While most of today’s fishing boats, from small center consoles to larger sportfish yachts, are outfitted with electric reel ports for a variety of fi
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Throughout Florida, anglers approach our wide-ranging fisheries with many different methods. Some artificial enthusiasts won’t touch a piece of bait,
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Everybody loves a fun day on the water but, as we all know, problems can arise at any moment. I experienced one of those unexpected problems recently
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As tropical weather patterns disrupt the Atlantic basin, water temperatures will begin to fall and prevailing southeast winds will gradually veer to t
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Trolling is a broad description used within the sport fishing community and there are many presentations that can be accomplished while a vessel is in
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While trolling has its time and place, for many South Florida fishermen launching kites is the preferred tactic no matter the season. It’s certainly t
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Occurring in what is arguably the widest ranging habitat of any species in Florida, and doing so while blending into their surroundings with unparalle
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With manufacturers incorporating advanced technologies in the design and development of modern fishing reels, anglers have more at their fingertips th
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There’s no doubt that kite fishing is a highly effective tactic for catching pelagic game fish when they are concentrated in a specific depth, contour
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Ever since anglers began presenting artificial lures, the goal has been to fish the most lifelike offerings possible. Lure manufacturers continue to i
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While nearly every pelagic game fish will attack a live goggle eye, these highly regarded baitfish are notorious for leading anglers down long, sleepl
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Few fish generate the excitement level of a lit wahoo. These revered pelagic predators are natural born killers with a camouflage coat of armor that a
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Few things are better than a day on the water, right? The sun and wind in your face, water lapping calmly against the hull. It’s peaceful. Relaxing. S
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Fishermen are optimists, there’s just no other way to describe us. Every time we step onto a boat there is a renewed sense of hope that it will be a g
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From backcountry to blue water, the islands that make up the Florida Keys yield access to some of the most productive fisheries in world. Among the mo
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At the most basic level, party boat operations run a daily schedule of excursions, departing and returning midday, then heading out again after a quic
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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 l
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With countless natural and artificial offerings available to Florida anglers, and numerous different baits effective for various species across a wide
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Over the years not many pelagic species have undergone such intense angling pressure as swordfish, yet through sustainable and restricted commercial a
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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 Suns
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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 no
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If you like emerald water loaded with life and a tropical vibe, The Bahamas is the place to be and be seen. Florida anglers residing along the southea
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Along the Gulf Coast of Florida, headboats depart from nearly every major port on an assortment of trips targeting a variety of species. The goal with
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Here in Florida, we’re familiar with the clusters of thunderstorms coming off Africa that turn into the tropical depressions finding their way across
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Introducing your wife to fishing and spending quality time together on the water can really bring the two of you closer, providing every couple with m
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More than 40 years ago, Willie Strohmeyer, owner of the New Jersey-based contract manufacturer and engineering firm Triangle Manufacturing, was approa
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This past summer and fall the tackle shops in my hometown were experiencing a ballyhoo shortage and at times they were even completely out of stock fo
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Displaying a tropical distribution throughout coastal waters worldwide and an incredible transformation from juvenile to adult, African pompano are so
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Among tropical enthusiasts in search of their next Caribbean getaway, Puerto Rico is often overlooked in favor of more trendy and exotic boutique dest
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Have you ever wondered why cubera snapper are so well equipped to crush and inhale spiny lobster? Why marauding wahoo prefer to maim fast food by cutt
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While countless contraptions have come and gone over the years, few innovations have revolutionized the recreational sport fishing industry quite like
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For the fortunate travelers who’ve had the opportunity to experience the Florida Keys, it’s no surprise this narrow outcropping of coral islands exten
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Although it took a considerable amount of time for circle-hooks to be accepted throughout the angling community, they have since proven their effectiv
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Florida is widely considered the Fishing Capital of the World, and for good reason. No other state can boast the number of days fished by anglers, rev
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I’ve always been a fan of sharpening my hooks to a needlepoint tip, but now that I mostly fish with circle-hooks I was wondering what’s the proper sha
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With countless natural and artificial offerings available to Florida anglers, and numerous different baits effective for various species across a wide
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Each and every year sport fishing sees increasing participation across fisheries worldwide. With intense competition, tournament crews that find conti
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There's not much that tops the sight of a tuna clearing the water as it attempts to engulf a frisky live bait splashing on the surface, or the unmista
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It's a typical winter in Fort Kent, Maine where the streets are salted and outside air temp reads a bone chilling 37 degrees. While this small town in
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