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On the Hook: Be ready — and grateful — for what you get
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
The tarpon came early this year. They have come in droves and were in such a hurry they have flooded the inside route north, right down the Marco River. Full story »
Collier, Lee among Top 10 most dangerous boating areas
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Florida again leads the nation in boating fatalities and Southwest Florida is among the most dangerous areas in the state. According to statistics released this week by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 77 people were killed on the water in 2007. Nine of those deaths occurred in Southwest Florida. Full story »
Anglers Outlook: The best bait to catch those huge tarpon
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
May is here and as we predicted, the larger adult tarpon are arriving along with an increase in the activity of larger snook. Both species have been caught and released in some of the local waterways, outer shoreline, nearshore wrecks and fish havens. Full story »
On the Hook: Fishing choices can take a twist
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
When you fish Southwest Florida, the month of April signals more than just your income tax deadline sadly, it tolls the temporary requiem for the snook season. Full story »
Automated pay machines to help boaters at Bayview Park
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Boaters now have an alternative to fumbling for change or coming up short on cash to pay boat launch and parking fees at Bayview Park in East Naples and at the Collier Boulevard boat launch. Full story »
Fishing: Marco Island's Bostick part of winning Redfish Cup team
Sunday, April 27, 2008
In the end, 0.15 pounds -- or the approximate weight of a deck of playing cards -- cost Florida anglers Heath Seckel and Brian Ulch $30,000.
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Snook season closes Thursday in Gulf, Everglades
Sunday, April 27, 2008
The recreational harvest season for snook will close Thursday, May 1, in the Gulf of Mexico, Everglades National Park and Monroe County coastal and inland waters, which includes Florida Bay and the Keys. The harvest season for snook will remain closed until Sept. 1 in these areas. Full story »
Anglers Outlook: New winds
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Southwest Florida near and offshore anglers continued to be challenged to get a comfortable fishing trip in during the last three weeks of April. The weather forecast as I write this article is looking brighter. Full story »
Following Sea: New reef gear regulations slated for June 1
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Beginning June 1, fishermen will be required to possess and use certain fishing gear while fishing reefs in state and federal waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Full story »
On the Hook: Good fishing trips match skill with reality
Thursday, April 17, 2008
“Jeez, dad aren’t we ever gonna see any action” was the lament of nine year old Jason, as we sat at anchor, chumming the water with everything imaginable and soaking multiple baits waiting for a tarpon strike. Full story »
Friendly weather brings smooth sailing for Regatta
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
A sunny weekend, with friendly winds, produced some great racing for the annual Bud Light Regatta, hosted by the Sailing Association of Marco Island (SAMI) over the weekend. Full story »
Anglers Antiques: Baits, lures and belts from the past
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Last week’s article featured some of the runts of the fishing lures and spoon industry. It spawned some nice comments. Most of them talked about using the baits up north and one fellow made the comment he also used the larger ones for larger fish. With that in mind I thought I would feature a little of both this week. Full story »
Anglers Outlook: Game plans
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Southwest Florida offshore anglers have continued to battle brisk winds during the first days of April. At least the weather is warmer and better days are ahead. Full story »
On the Hook: Don’t disturb the fish — and yourself
Thursday, April 10, 2008
“Can you hear me now?” “Is this any better, how about now?” That by-line for mobile communications service became a punch line for thousands. And why not? The world has become communications crazy. Full story »
Set sail for Bud Light Regatta
Thursday, April 3, 2008
The Sailing Association of Marco Island (SAMI) will have its annual Bud Light Regatta sailing races off Marco Island Residents Beach, from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., April 12, with best viewing around the Residents Beach area. Full story »
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- Greater Fort Myers Dog Club Show -- 05/17/08 at Lee Civic Center
- Palmetto Ridge High School Touchdown Club Golf Tournament -- 05/17/08 at Heritage Bay Golf & Country Club
- Service Academy Day Seminar -- 05/17/08 at Florida Gulf Coast University
- Bye-Bye Turtle Festival -- 05/17/08 at The Conservancy of Southwest Florida
