Captain Mike, in preparation of a weekend of fun fishing, my friends and I often catch dozens of pilchard off a local seawall. We transport our bounty
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I turned my head and observed a supercharged frigate bird circling and diving as we slow-trolled in the wash parallel to the bright, sandy beach. In m
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If you’ve ever had the pleasure of fishing South Florida during spring break, then you’re well aware of the crowded waterways when everyone’s favorite
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Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach a man to fish and he will eat for a lifetime. Teach a fisherman how to build his own custom rods an
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While we recently highlighted the most innovative and effective trolling lure designs (The Perfect Hoax May/June 2010), we purposely left out the old
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Of all the species inhabiting Florida’s prolific near-shore waters, king mackerel are arguably the most popular. Thanks in part to strict regulations
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Whether you enjoy plying fertile offshore waters, lush grass flats or anywhere in between, there’s no method as effective at increasing your score as
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The tide just turned and was pushing toward the open ocean as we made our way up the rugged Pacific coastline. I was told that the reef we were headed
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It’s blowing a steady 15-knots out of the northeast with crisp five-footers out front. Many tournaments would call for a lay day, but die-hard wahoo a
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Florida is known the world over for its tropical climate and sunny skies. While mild winters, 2010 aside, offer unrivaled shallow water opportunities
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No matter how jaded you are, there are few visions that provide as much of an adrenaline rush as an aggressive game fish rising to the challenge and v
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There is much more to a stand-up rod belt than what meets the eye. We took a close look at a number of the leading models, and this is what we learned
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While offshore fishermen are extremely opinionated, there’s certainly one thing we can all agree on—the shear popularity of dolphin. Five or 55-
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Visit your local newsstand or bookstore and thumb through the pages of the current saltwater sport fishing publications. You’ll likely be floored by t
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Whether it’s the latest and greatest high-speed reel, freshest forage, fastest boat or flashiest teaser, it is no secret offshore anglers are constant
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When venturing over the horizon in search of epic blue water battles, the sight of flying fish skimming across the water’s surface always brings a smi
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When heading offshore it should come as no surprise that the more tools you have at your disposal the more success you will have. Sure, there are some
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It should come as no surprise to anyone perusing the pages of this magazine that numerous Caribbean destinations offer outstanding flats fishing. The
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Florida is the state that never stops shining and unless you enjoy snowboarding and snowmobiling, it’s the ultimate winter destination. Offering a won
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To many anglers, successfully targeting game fish on fly represents the pinnacle of an ever-evolving fishing career. Most would agree that catching a
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Mention yellowtail snapper and the image of delectable culinary creations surely come to mind. Blackened, grilled, broiled or baked, one can’t go wron
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Fabulous fillets start long before you begin preparing your favorite seafood dish. Any fresh fish you are not planning on eating within a few days MUS
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Fishing is an ancient practice that dates back to the earliest time of human existence. Primitive anglers around the world fashioned makeshift hooks o
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Mention Florida’s Atlantic coastline in our circle of friends, and it’s highly arguable that no species garners more attention than acrobatic sailfish
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If the legendary image of The Old Man And The Sea piques your interest, then you’re not in the proverbial boat alone. However, mention big game sport
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More than a year ago, I was graciously invited to join Yankee Capts on an overnight mutton snapper trip to the famed Dry Tortugas situated 50-plus mil
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As a southwest Florida guide and professional king mackerel tournament angler, catching success is always on the forefront of my agenda. Indeed, wheth
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With sailfish season in full swing, you’ve likely already connected with a few of these majestic predators. And while your typical trolling techniques
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Standing thigh deep in the suds of Kabeljous Beach, which lies about a mile east of where the Gamtoos River enters the Indian Ocean, I looked up and s
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Ask me what the story is with wicked wahoo, and I’ll swear that no game fish is more cherished. Few species in any of the world’s oceans generate the
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In the dark depths surrounding The Bahamian Archipelago thrives a snapper few of us will ever see. For those who do come face-to-face with these fasci
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With a crisp northwesterly chilling our cheeks, we rocked back in forth in relatively calm seas with high expectations of what was about to come. Off
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Kite-fishing is far from a new concept, as primitive anglers around the world have been utilizing makeshift fishing kites for centuries. Indo-Pacific
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Have you ever wondered what goes into manufacturing the tackle, gear and accessories we all use today? Anglers and boaters often take for granted the
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Among anglings elite clientele, prime locations around the world are far from a secret. St. Thomas has an unparalleled blue marlin bite, Cabo San Luca
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When most anglers think of marlin fishing it’s likely that an image of an exotic tropical paradise comes to mind. While there’s no denying the fact th
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Since the very beginning, we’ve gazed to the sky in wonderment – transfixed by the most brilliant celestial body apparent from the earth’s surfa
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Outriggers have been an essential ingredient in offshore fishing for decades, yet the task of selecting and installing the numerous components that cr
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In the wonderful world of offshore fishing, when it comes to deploying an effective trolling spread there are as many options for Florida anglers as t
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In today’s day and age, there are a plethora of artificial offerings that assist in enticing your favorite game fish. Vertical jigs, soft plastics, fl
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It doesn’t matter if you enjoy drifting and dreaming for broadbill swordfish on the 50/50 line, chasing yellowfin tuna on the other side of the Gulf S
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Mention yellowfin tuna in conversation, and instinctively visions of Northeast canyons, Gulf Coast oil rigs and the long-range San Diego fleet come to
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It’s 6 am and already a balmy 75 degrees. You’re surrounded by some of your best fishing buddies, and while attending to some last minute rigging duti
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Have you ever returned from an amazing fishing trip and caught a case of the blues, but for no apparent reason? After spending five days on Cat Island
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Smokers. You’ve surely heard the word tossed around before and no, I’m not talking about the population that can no longer inhale their nicotine fix i
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For decades anglers have been practicing catch and release in an effort to promote conservation and improve fish stocks for future generations. Howeve
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As I open my eyes for the first time, I’m nearly blinded by the golden hues of shimmering light protruding through the ever-present mats of floating v
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As a South Florida native I’ve had my fair share of sun exposure. Throw in travels to balmy tropical locales, and my fair complexion just can’t take i
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When it comes to world-class angling destinations, it seems that every year an exotic and uncharted locale pops up on the radar in an effort to knocko
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Struggling, a lone cobia propels its streamlined figure through the dense seawater, all the while scanning every direction of its lifeless surrounding
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Well-tuned anglers who consistently find success offshore all have their own opinions about the sweetest boats, the most effective lures and trolling
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230-feet, drop ‘em down…came the voice over the loudspeaker. At 3:00 a.m. that is exactly what it was – loud. I knew this voice, for I had heard it ma
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Statewide, the unforgettable results that come with high-speed wahoo trolling are typically the same – periods of anticipation highlighted by bu
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The National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, (NOAA) is a division of the United States Department of Commerce. NOAA enriches life through sc
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Head-boats, also known as “party-boats” or “drift-boats,” are a type of large recreational fishing vessel that charges a fixed fee per person – or per
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