Growing up in North Carolina, my dad would always tell me that one day I am going to catch a marlin bigger than I was. I mean, I appreciate his sentiment and his confidence in me as a fisherman. Catching one that is the size of a
I spend a great deal of time in Florida throughout the year, splitting my time between the Sunshine state and the state of Michigan. You might say that I have the best of both worlds when it comes to fishing. Yes, I would say that this
If there is one thing in this world that I hate with a passion, it is a cheat. If I am in a competition with someone and they win through fair means, I have no problem with saying that they are the better person. If they somehow
Kyle Tepper caught a freak crappie that looks like something from far southern Illinois or Mississippi, he got a chance to splash around the oddities of crappies in Illinois. “As soon as I set the hook, I told my buddy, ‘Grab the net, this is not
Off the coast of Louisiana, a fisherman searching for yellowfin tuna was caught up in a sharknado feeding frenzy. When Dillon May was fishing in the company of his girlfriend on a boat off the coast of Venice, Louisiana, he thought he heard a "tuna boil"
A Mississippi man named Eugene Cronley reeled in a 131-pound blue catfish shattering a previous state record that stood for 25 years by almost 36 pounds. The catch was certified by the Mississippi Department of Wildlife as a new state record blue catfish on April 7,
I think many people would agree that South Carolina is one of the most beautiful states in America. Not only is it home to gorgeous beaches and lush forests, but its coastline offers an abundance of amazing marine life. However, while this natural beauty may be
A 19-foot-long great white shark decapitated a diver in Mexico. In Tobari Bay, Manuel Lopez was diving to collect mollusks when he was attacked and killed by a shark on January 5, 2023. According to Jose Bernal, speaking for the fisherman, the animal attacked him while he
In the Bahamas, a dog takes on a hammerhead shark after jumping into the water. On Feb. 16 2023, passengers on a boat tour of the Bahamas witnessed the tense faceoff between the animals, which began when the dog attempted to jump on the shark. A
During the winter months, trout fishing becomes a very popular sport, especially for those that live in cold climates. And with the correct equipment and techniques, this form of fishing can be a very enjoyable experience. Here are some tips to help you get started with
While fishing is a popular activity enjoyed by many, its vital to have the right tools for the job in order for it to prove successful. And a top quality fishing rod can make all the difference when it comes to catching a prize-winning fish. Good
Just when you thought fishing couldn't get any better a new study has shown that this enjoyable activity also has health benefits. And honestly it comes as no surprise that this popular outdoor activity can improve mental health. A recent study conducted by researchers from Anglia
For one father-son duo, this fishing trip was a once in a lifetime, unforgettable experience. While out enjoying some quality time fishing, Soren Nilsson and his son Anders managed to catch an enormous 5 foot long cod, which was big enough to feed 35 people
Rodney Fox's name is one that will never be forgotten in the annals of Australian history. Back in 1963, this seasoned diver and Australian shark expert suffered a horrific attack by a Great White shark off the coast of Australia in what's considered one of
Despite scientists conducting extensive research on the ocean and its possible inhabitants, there are still many bizarre animals out there that many of us are unaware of. Such is the case this summer as beachgoers in Texas made a strange discovery that keeps washing ashore
Recently, a group of fishmongers at Les Viviers de Noirmoutier made an extremely rare catch off the coast of western France. In fact, this catch is so rare, the odds of finding one are one in two million. What is this catch, you ask? A blue
Looks like Columbia just hit the jackpot with this absolutely amazing find just beneath the ocean. The government has just declared a national mission to exhume what is being called the "Holy Grail of shipwrecks," which contains up to 200 tons of gold, silver and
A huge sturgeon caught at Lake Winnebago weighting a whooping 177 pounds, 79.9 inches (that's 6-foot-8 for you) is the seventh-largest fish ever speared in Lake Winnebago, caught by James Gishkowsky on Tuesday March 14, 2023. The monstrous fish was an F4, which means it was
This shocking tale of survival just goes to show that miracles really do happen out there in the world. Back on October 12, two fishermen left Westport, Washington on a 43-foot boat named Evening and were expected to return on October 15. When they didn't return
