Fishing is one of the most popular activities in the U.S. and is a great way to experience some of the best seafood available. Here are five of the best fish to eat that you can catch on your next trip to the coast.
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There are more than 33,000 known fish species that range from less than an inch to well over 1,000 pounds, the variety is stunning. Fish generally keep their distance when they encounter people but a fraction of these fish are aggressive or dangerous to humans and w...
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Trying to decide between a nearshore trip or an offshore trip can be difficult because they can be very similar but also very different. Both of these trips give you the chance to fight giant fish and spend the day on the water. To help you figure out w...
Nearshore Fishing is the perfect mix of accessibility, shorter trip length, and rod bending action. With shorter travel times and plenty of hard fighting fish, nearshore trips are great for anglers of all levels and ages. Here’s what you need to know a...
Offshore fishing is a popular category of fishing enjoyed by anglers around the world. The action on an offshore fishing charter is unmatched, with the biggest sport fish in the world being caught on these trips. Here’s what you need to know about offsh...
With warm tropical weather throughout the year and beautiful scenery everywhere you look, there are plenty of reasons to take a trip to Puerto Rico. One of the biggest draws to the island is the fishing–more specifically the opportunity to catch a tarpon. Tarpon are a bucket list fish for many angl...
Tilefish are quirky fish that live in extremely deep waters and require specialized fishing gear just to reach them. Species of tilefish can be found in both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, where they are commonly sought after as table fare. These fish have a distinct, sle...
One of the most basic but challenging ways to catch fish is with a handline. While fishing with a conventional rod and reel set up, drag, gearing in the reel, and rod action are all working to help you tire out the fish and get it on board. Handlining has none of those advantages and it gives you th...
For 37 straight years, the Texas largemouth bass record was 13.5 pounds, but after the Florida largemouth bass was introduced in 1972, the record jumped all the way up to 18.18 pounds. Texas Parks and Wildlife has since established the Sharelunker Program, which cond...
In recent years, the Gulf Stream has been a heavily researched topic, and the conclusions being drawn from this new information are unsettling. The cause for concern is justified because the ocean is closely tied to our life on land and small changes on a scale this size ca...
Bonito are streamlined predatory fish that can be found in both the Atlantic and Pacific ocean. These fish are often found in large schools and blow up anything they think is food, making them a favorite among anglers. While specifically targeting bonito is less common, these fish fight hard and mak...
Pliers are the most essential piece of gear that doesn’t help you catch fish. We’ve all heard the saying, “the right tool will make any job easier” and this is especially true for fishing pliers. Anglers use pliers for so many tasks from unhooking fish to rigging lines an...
The incredibly aggressive and carnivorous tiger muskie is both an achievement and a trophy for anglers in cooler climates. Tiger muskies are difficult to catch because they’re large powerful fish that have frustratingly fickle feeding habits maki...
Catching fish is entirely dependent on whether or not you’re fishing where the fish are. While this sounds very obvious and redundant, it’s also quickly forgotten when you’re in a hurry.
If you want to make sure your time on the water is spent fi...
Weekly fishing reports straight from the cameras and eyes of local captains and guides in Bolivia. It doesn't get better than that.
Our Bolivia fishing guides constantly update us with the most current and thorough Bolivia fishing reports. See below for fishing reports from recent Bolivia fishing...
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Weekly fishing reports straight from the cameras and eyes of local captains and guides in savannah. It d...
Texas is a vast state that experiences all four seasons with dramatic fluctuations in temperature and water. Fish are naturally very in tune with their environment and these seasonal swings in weather drive fish behavior from spawning to migration. Texas also has abu...
The goliath grouper is the largest grouper species and in the Atlantic Ocean can be found from Florida to Brazil. This titanic fish can grow over eight feet long and weigh up to 800 pounds, but surprisingly, these monster fish generally live in less than 150 feet of...
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Spring might be the best time to hit the water with mild weather and some of the biggest action of the year. As the water temperatures begin to rise the fish get fired up and start feeding. For many anglers spring marks the beginning of the fishing season and with so many grea...
The definition of conservation is the preservation, protection, and management of natural resources. Aldo Leopold was an author, ecologist, forester, and philosopher who founded wildlife science. Leopold had many titles attributed to him the most important of which may b...
Fishing began as a way for people to procure food but for most people living a modern life, it has become a sport or hobby. The change resulted in a split industry consisting of commercial fishing and recreational fishing. When everyone was fishing for food big fish were sought a...
Triggerfish are oval-shaped fish with large heads, small mouths, small eyes, buck teeth, and three dorsal spines that give this fish its name. The first two spines work together to create a unique locking mechanism that is used to hide from potential threats. When these...
After thanking Jason and the crew, feasting on a delicious Indian dinner in Dar, and treating ourselves to a rowdy night in Dar at Crafty Dee’s (one of Doug’s favorite stops), we wake up and fly from Dar to Arusha hoping to uncover rare Kili trout. We are heading to be among the first pe...
