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Redfish Across Florida Test Positive for Human Pharmaceuticals, New Study Reports

A new study reports that not only are Florida’s estuaries polluted with pharmaceuticals, but also redfish in the area have become heavily contaminated. The year-long study, from Florida International University and Bonefish & Tarpon Trust, analyzed 113 redfish from St. Augustine, Tampa Bay, Florida Bay, Pensacola, Indian River Lagoon,, Apalachicola, Cedar Key, Charlotte Harbor, and […]

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5 Best Northeast Ice Fishing States

We love ice fishing as much as anyone out there, but we also love to share those locations that might be a little more deserving of your attention. As with many areas, ice fishing in the Northeast demands that you prepare for safety, but when you have a chance to try some of these areas, […]

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How to Fish Topwater Baits

There’s nothing more exhilarating in bass fishing than a topwater blowup. The strikes are often vicious and unpredictable, so fishing with topwater lures is a favorite way to catch a bass for most anglers. Catching fish on topwaters is fun but also one of the best ways to catch numbers of fish with the chance […]

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Kayak Angler Nearly Gets Swamped By Shark Lunging At His Catch

Fishing from a kayak is always exciting, even more so when you are out on the open ocean, exposed to the elements. There is something extra thrilling about hooking into an especially big fish far offshore in such a tiny craft. Especially in areas like the Florida Keys where there are so many game fish […]

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Bass Fisherman Unknowingly Drops Rod and Reel Overboard While Landing Big Fish

Every fisherman or woman knows the excitement that comes when you finally hook into a nice-sized fish. Especially if you have been on the water for a while and the bites have been hard to come by. Sometimes we get so focused on the fish we just caught that we cannot see the forest for […]

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6 Best East Coast Surf Fishing Destinations

For those who live near the seashore, surf fishing is a way of life that many of us can only dream about. Whether your desire is to land a striped bass, battle a bluefish, or by chance an albacore tuna, surf fishing is always a good time to be had by anyone. In the spring, […]

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Gustafson Goes Wire-to-Wire for Classic Win

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Typically, to say an angler was moping around implies a poor performance; but nothing could be farther from the truth for Jeff “Gussy” Gustafson, who used a technique called “moping” to win the 2023 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Toyota. The first Canadian to claim the title, Gustafson tallied […]

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Prespawn Conditions on Tap for Bassmaster Classic

The playing field comprises the beginning of a river whose history changed the region with power, flood control and water storage. That’s a fitting metaphor, as the 2023 Academy Sports + Outdoors Bassmaster Classic presented by Huk offers life-changing potential with a career milestone, financial reward and personal fulfillment. Just ask reigning Classic champ Jason […]

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Sleeper States with Oddly Great Ice Fishing

Ice fishing season is something that I look forward to all year. It’s a nice change of pace from the traditional methods of fishing, and with big game and waterfowl season coming to an end, I’ll look for any excuse to stay outside in pursuit of adventure. If you haven’t been fortunate enough to experience […]

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Meet the New Leader of Artemis, Carlee Koutnik

A new leader has recently been selected for the National Wildlife Federation’s sportswomen program, Artemis. Carlee Koutnik, of Colorado, begun work as Artemis’s new program manager last month. She is tasked with the further development of the Artemis program from the financial, advocacy, and visibility standpoints to continue its growth as a nationwide conservation force. […]

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