We love to hear about fish and game officers busting violators and protecting the natural resources that are critical to outdoor recreation. Here are some quick stories of Texas Game Wardens and their efforts to protect our environment.
The challenge of catching fish usually becomes easier as an angler gains experience, but some fish are elusive regardless. At some point, anglers discover fish that are difficult to catch but worth pursuing because of intrigue or achievement.
These fish are commo...
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Lake Fork has been a prominent bass fishing lake for both recreational and professional anglers for decades. The Bassmasters Elite series frequently holds tournaments on Lake Fork and huge largemouth bass always show up at the weigh ins. Located an hour and a half east of Dallas on...
Destin is a world class fishery and one of the top vacation destinations in the United States. Whether you are going fishing on vacation or for vacation, it’s good to know what's biting so you can book the [best Destin fishing charter experience](https://captainexperiences.com/locations/florida/dest...
When you think about the best places to catch rainbow trout Texas probably doesn’t make the list. Texas is famous for exceptional bass fishing on lakes and rivers across the state but there also happens to be plenty o...
At the end of a fishing trip when you get back to the dock, it’s your turn to take care of the fine fishing folks who took care of you. Tipping for a fishing trip carries the same general rule as tipping your waiter with 10-20% being common practice. It’s a g...
Captain Trey of Santa Rosa Beach has had a pretty busy year already, driving cross country to pick up a new boat and helping his wife get her own captain's license. Luckily, we were able to find some time to talk so we could find out more about him and Santa Rosa Beach fishing.
There are at least 14 major rivers that flow through Texas creating some of the best spots for fishing, paddling, and just hanging out. The rivers that connect have been grouped together and listed in order from north to south using their northernmost point in the state...
Driving through the northern states during a cold winter day will take you past frozen lakes sprinkled with people and ice shacks. No, they’re not camping, they’re ice fishing. Ice fishing is simply fishing through holes drilled into the ice with an auger...
Venice is a small town at the end of the Mississippi River but its reputation for giant fish has made it one of the top destinations to head offshore. The Mississippi River created the landmass that Venice sits on and also cut the deep channel in the seafloor that creates some of the best fishing in...
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Professional bass fishing has been through a lot since Ray Scott started the first bass fishing organization, Bass Angler’s Sportsman Society (B.A.S.S.) back in 1967. From then on bass fishing has taken the world by storm shaping the fishing industry and supporting co...
In the last few weeks, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of states that are making changes to their fishing regulations. The states that are implementing changes range from Maine to California and everywhere in between. With at least 11...
Looking out on grassy flats or a shallow bay you might see a small group of people standing in waist-deep water carefully shuffling around and following signs only they can see. While it might look funny these anglers are enjoying a day of wade fishing which is one of the best w...
Heading out on a fishing trip is almost guaranteed to be a good time, but wearing the wrong clothing can ruin your day. There are so many things to consider when hitting the water that it can be overwhelming and result in key things getting left behind or packing way too heavy. To help you be prepar...
Fishing is one of the few sports where anyone can get in on the action but that's only part of why it’s near and dear to the hearts of so many. Over 50 million Americans go fishing each year which makes it the 4th most popular sport by participation. To put this into...
Weekly fishing reports straight from the cameras and eyes of local guides in Wilmington, North Carolina. It doesn't get better than that.
Our Wilmington fishing guides constantly update us with the most current and thorough fishing reports. See below for fishing reports from recent Wilmington fis...
Weekly fishing reports straight from the cameras and eyes of local guides in St. Augustine. It doesn't get better than that.
Our St. Augustine fishing guides constantly update us with the most current and thorough St. Augustine fishing reports. See below for fishing reports from recent St. August...
If you can’t wait for the federal season to open this summer, red snapper season just kicked off for the year in Texas state waters. The state waters opened up on January 1st allowing you to get back on the water for some bottom fishing. The red...
Anglers around the world have been asking themselves this question for decades but the answer is not what you think. The huge pelagic species that anglers hope to catch prefer to feed in deep open water near the continental shelf, sharp drop offs, along the...
Before the holidays, we were able to snag some time with Captain Christian and learn more about her and Captain Matt, and Destin fishing!
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Anglers release fish every year for a variety of reasons from bag limits to promoting conservation. Whatever your reason for practicing catch and release, it’s important to know how to properly handle fish to give them the best chance of survival. Here’s a guide to...
Every culture in the world has an abundance of superstitions and traditions that are unique to them. When it comes to luck and tradition, anglers have always been among the most superstitious. There have been rituals for better harvest or favorable weather along with symbols of b...