Landing a big tarpon is a dream for many anglers, and few fish fight harder than a big ‘poon. Before you book your first tarpon outing, understand that hooking the fish and getting it to the side of the boat are very different propositions. Reaching the point of release on a big tarpon can take [...]
Some lucky fishing enthusiasts first purchased the Zebco 33 that we all know and love in 1954. Many of us grew up with the reel and loved it. Mainly because it never fails. Over the years Zebco has always kicked out reliable, affordable rods and reels for recreational fishing. Every year I see more and [...]
Recently, BCT, Coastal Conservation Association of South Carolina (CCA SC) and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) completed the first of three projects aimed at expanding and enhancing offshore reef habitat in the Palmetto State. The 106-foot decommissioned tugboat General Oglethorpe was deployed some 30 miles off the coast of Charleston in approximately 100 feet of water, [...]
Tuna Tornado Nature is a beautiful and exciting place, especially when there’s video like this. Diver Octavio Aburto captured this footage of bigeye trevally jack tuna in this tornado formation of courtship. When the footage was first released, the public believed the scene must have been altered or staged because of the size difference. But [...]
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources confirmed a new state record cisco (formerly known as lake herring). The fish was caught Friday, June 9, by Michael Lemanski of Florence, Wisconsin, on Lake Ottawa in Iron County in the western Upper Peninsula. The fish weighed 6.36 pounds and measured 21.8 inches. Related Stories:Â Chasing Reds: Top 6 [...]
St Croix Rod offers a model for every spring walleye endeavor. The Eyecon series was developed to accommodate every possible technique. Whether your walleye season is about to start, or its open all year round, these spring tactics and rod recommendations will put you on the path to walleye fishing success. Eyecon Riggin’ one-piece (ECS70MLF) [...]
