Bank fishing for redfish is a rewarding and accessible way to catch these powerful inshore fighters without needing a boat. Whether you’re wading the flats, casting from a marsh bank, or fishing along a jetty, here are five practical tips […]
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In the heat of July 1916, Americans fled the sweltering cities for the cool comfort of the New Jersey shore. What awaited them, however, was not relief—but terror and many believe it was the work of a bull shark. On
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After hearing public comment and recommendations from its Reef Fish Advisory Panel, the Gulf Council took final action on a Framework Action to increase the lane snapper minimum size limit. The Council chose to modify the commercial and recreational minimum
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The Gulf of Mexico is home to some of the most iconic billfish species in the world: sailfish, blue marlin, white marlin, and broadbill swordfish. These sleek, powerful predators are prized by anglers and play a vital role in the
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In 2018, an idea began to emerge in Okaloosa County, Florida which would lead to offshore changes that only a few could imagine at the time. Captain Kelly Windes, a former county commissioner, was suggesting the creation of the first
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As the Texas coast warms up in spring, speckled trout –specks-start feeding more aggressively, making it prime time for anglers to chase these silver predators. Here are the top tips for targeting specks in springtime, point-by-point: 1. Target Warm Water
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When loading up the coolers and tackle for a run offshore few people have squid on their mind. This isn’t a shocker, since the allure of fish like tuna or mahi-mahi is usually what drives us to burn up countless
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has opened its application period for the Oyster Boat License Buyback Program. TPWD administers voluntary commercial fishing license buyback programs for the inshore shrimp, crab, and finfish fisheries, all of which have had a
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When it comes to scented baits there are true believers and anglers who use them for specific species in specific scenarios, but only a few nay-sayers. I fall into the “sometimes” category, because I believe they do have an effect
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The commercial harvest of king mackerel has closed in federal waters of the Gulf Southern Zone. What/When: Commercial gillnet harvest of king mackerel in federal waters of the Gulf Southern Zone closec at 12 p.m., local time, on March 20, 2025.
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A recent story has stated there are no great white sharks in the Gulf. I respectfully disagree and have been writing about great whites in the Gulf for 20 years. The story in question has three key points: The Gulf
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Blackfin tuna tend to be on the small side compared to yellowfin tuna, but when you find one you often find droves and they just love hanging around offshore rigs. Added bonus: this is a “white meat” tuna, and its
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The CCA Texas State Board of Directors and the CCA Texas Management Committee recently approved $4,458,928 in funding for conservation efforts along the Texas coast. This funding will support a range of initiatives, including oyster license buyback, fish tagging research,
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How To Plan The Ultimate Fishing Trip Like A Pro Fishing is an art form that requires preparation, skill, and a deep appreciation for nature. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner looking to dive into fishing, planning the
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The red drum or redfish as we like to call it is a fish of many names. Most anglers in Texas and Louisiana call it “redfish”, but some call it “channel bass” in parts of Florida. I thought it would
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The mako is the fastest shark in the sea and one of the most mysterious. They have recently received full protection from harvest and are the subject of a major study at the Center for Sporfish Science & Conservation at
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The Gulf Council will host a virtual meeting beginning at 6:00 PM EST on March 31, 2025, to gather feedback on proposed changes to the vessel position data collection program for the federally permitted Gulf shrimp fishery. This action aims
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Carl “Bud” Rowland’s speckled trout from 2002 has stood as the Texas state record trout for 23 years. Caught on fly in the Lower Laguna Madre, the 37-inch behemoth weighed in at a jaw-dropping 16 pounds. But as we move
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Texas coastal waters are filled with these hard-fighting, excellent-tasting fish that get little respect despite their outstanding attributes. Sheepshead congregate in large numbers at our jetty systems, and right now is an excellent time to catch them as they begin
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Gulf Great White Sharks, is committed to inspiring and educating children about the ocean and its incredible creatures. That’s why it’s partnering with Wild Wishes® to bring shark educational gift packages to children who are facing challenges such as depression,
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