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Florida Fishing News - Fishing: Naples Kingfish event on tap SaturdayDr. Bill Sullivan would
Fishing: Naples Kingfish event on tap Saturday
Dr. Bill Sullivan would watch the anglers come back to Bayfront from the Gulf of Mexico weighing in their huge catches during the Naples Kingfish Tournament year after year.
South Florida fishing report and outdoors notebook
Fishing report
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Florida Fishing News - Florida teenager lands a monster 12ft, 800lb alligator... with little
Florida teenager lands a monster 12ft, 800lb alligator... with little more than a puny fishing rod (and a load of ...
Professional gamblers would not have put their money on Florida teenager Tim Stroh coming out on top in his latest Friday-night fight. The 19-year-old college student has a wiry frame, stands 6ft 3in and weighs 160lb.
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Florida Fishing News - New York man catches 205-kg swordfishA New York man reeled
New York man catches 205-kg swordfish
A New York man reeled in a 205-kilogram swordfish on the weekend off the Florida Keys.
Analysis: Frank McCourt goes on a fishing expedition
Dodgers owner, whom Major League Baseball is trying to push out of the game, wants a bankruptcy judge to force Commissioner Bud Selig to divulge financial data from every other club, particularly the Florida Marlins. On deck in the Dodgers' bankruptcy case: the Florida Marlins?
South Florida fishing report
Schooling bass on the main lake have made for some great topwater fishing using an assortment of lures. Lipless crankbaits were catching fish in the deeper holes and troughs.
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Florida Fishing News - Outdoors show takes the stageFlorida Sportsman Magazine, the bible of
Outdoors show takes the stage
Florida Sportsman Magazine, the bible of Florida anglers, is bringing its annual outdoors show to the Florida State Fairgrounds on Sept. 24 and 25.
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Florida Fishing News - A refuge for sportsmen and wildlifeA thoughtful plan developed by
A refuge for sportsmen and wildlife
A thoughtful plan developed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Florida ranchers would create a national refuge in the headwaters of the Everglades while preserving agricultural operations and ensuring continued use of the land.
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Florida Fishing News - A refuge for sportsmen and wildlifeA thoughtful plan developed by
A refuge for sportsmen and wildlife
A thoughtful plan developed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Florida ranchers would create a national refuge in the headwaters of the Everglades while preserving agricultural operations and ensuring continued use of the land.
True story of Florida dolphin inspired Hollywood film
CLEARWATER, Florida, Sept 25 The injured dolphin washed up on the Florida shoreline in 2005, barely alive and given slim chances of surviving. Its flesh had been torn open by a fishing net, inflicting injuries so severe that the animal had to have its tail amputated. The story of the animal s eventual survival provided the inspiration for a new ...
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Florida Fishing News - PHOTOS: Community thanks combat veterans with fishing, food in GoodlandAs
PHOTOS: Community thanks combat veterans with fishing, food in Goodland
As a competitive fisherman, Troy Pruitt has participated in tournaments all along Southwest Florida and as far down as The Keys.
True story of Florida dolphin inspired Hollywood film
The injured dolphin washed up on the Florida shoreline in 2005, barely alive and given slim chances of surviving.
South Florida fishing report
Schooling bass on the main lake have made for some great topwater fishing using an assortment of lures. Lipless crankbaits were catching fish in the deeper holes and troughs.
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Florida Fishing News - Florida Fishing Radar - Sept. 23rd & 24thOur fishing crew
Florida Fishing Radar - Sept. 23rd & 24th
Our fishing crew surveys the week's reports for the hot spots and hot bites across central Florida.
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Florida Fishing News - Cool fishing actionFinally cool fall weather has arrived along with
Cool fishing action
Finally cool fall weather has arrived along with very cool fishing action and what many local Northeast Florida fishermen claim is simply the best time of year to wet a fishing line and enjoy some of the best fishing action.
Catch of the day: Southwest Florida anglers show off the big ones: Sept. 22, 2011
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South Florida fishing report
Schooling bass on the main lake have made for some great topwater fishing using an assortment of lures. Lipless crankbaits were catching fish in the deeper holes and troughs.
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Florida Fishing News - Florida teenager lands a monster 12ft, 800lb alligator... with little
Florida teenager lands a monster 12ft, 800lb alligator... with little more than a puny fishing rod (and a load of ...
Professional gamblers would not have put their money on Florida teenager Tim Stroh coming out on top in his latest Friday-night fight. The 19-year-old college student has a wiry frame, stands 6ft 3in and weighs 160lb.
Outdoors show takes the stage
Florida Sportsman Magazine, the bible of Florida anglers, is bringing its annual outdoors show to the Florida State Fairgrounds on Sept. 24 and 25.
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Florida Fishing News - Hearing tomorrow on Medard fish managementA public hearing on fishing
Hearing tomorrow on Medard fish management
A public hearing on fishing management in Edward Medard Park is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Thursday at the Turkey Creek Recreation Center, 5936 Connell Road in Plant City.
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Florida Fishing News - Florida's loggerhead sea turtles won't go on 'endangered' list, feds
Florida's loggerhead sea turtles won't go on 'endangered' list, feds decide
Turtles will remain on less-restrictive 'threatened' list The loggerhead sea turtles that nest on Florida beaches won't be upgraded to an endangered species, a decision that pleased fishing groups concerned about more restrictions.
Public can comment on Plant City fish management plan
Anglers can sound off at 6 p.m. Sept. 22 about a proposal to designate one of the area's most popular fishing spots as a fish management area.
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Florida Fishing News - Outdoors Notebook: FWC approves proposals to expand commercial fishingThe Florida
Outdoors Notebook: FWC approves proposals to expand commercial fishing
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission approved several draft amendments that would expand commercial fishing windows, raise the possession limit in our region and open previously closed seasons.
Visual arts preview for 2011-2012 season
American International Fine Art Fair: Feb. 3-12; Palm beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. 239-495-7293 or aifaf.com
South Florida fishing report
Bass up to 8 pounds were biting topwater plugs, big plastic worms and soft-plastic jerkbaits on the main lake. Bass were biting shaky head jigs and crankbaits in the rim canal and in the dynamite holes.
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Florida Fishing News - Catch of the day: Southwest Florida anglers show off the
Catch of the day: Southwest Florida anglers show off the big ones: Sept. 15, 2011
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Florida Fishing News - $11 million paid to area businesses, residents in oil spill
$11 million paid to area businesses, residents in oil spill claims
Businesses and individuals in North-Central Florida have received $11 million from the BP oil spill fund.
Catch of the day: Southwest Florida anglers show off the big ones: Sept. 15, 2011
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Southwest Florida's loggerhead sea turtles not upgraded to endangered species
I find it disappointing, said Elizabeth Griffin Wilson, Oceana s senior manager for marine wildlife. I think it s a missed opportunity. Scientists said the Northwest Atlantic population, with an estimated 60,000 mature adults, did not meet the thresholds for endangered status because nesting trends are stabilizing after years of decline and protections already are in place.
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Florida Fishing News - Catch of the day: Southwest Florida anglers show off the
Catch of the day: Southwest Florida anglers show off the big ones: Sept. 15, 2011
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Florida Fishing News - Snookin N Cookin: Enjoy the best ingredients Florida has to
Snookin N Cookin: Enjoy the best ingredients Florida has to offer with some lobster tails
Snorkel, check. Fins, check. Cooler, check. Tickle stick, check. Boat, check. Kids, check. Let s roll! Next stop, the Keys! Yahoooooo! A couple hours of driving, and before you know it you re in prime lobster waters from just a couple feet deep to out just about as far as you want to go.
Fishing report
Captain Glyn Austin of Goisng Coastal Charters out of Sebastian reported tarpon up to 30 pounds, small jacks, slot-sized snook and trout up to 3 pounds are eating Rapala Skitter Walks and live mullet in the Sebastian River, Turkey Creek and Crane Creek. Trout, flounder, reds and snook are going for live finger mullet and shrimp while being fished in the Indian River. Along the beaches, sharks ...
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Florida Fishing News - Biscayne National Park seeks input on plansManagers of Biscayne National
Biscayne National Park seeks input on plans
Managers of Biscayne National Park are seeking public comment on proposals that could have dramatic impacts on how visitors can use park waters, including a no-fishing zone in shallow reefs off Elliott Key as well as larger no-motor and slow-speed zones across the park.
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Florida Fishing News - South Florida fishing reportGood numbers of bass 1-2 pounds were
South Florida fishing report
Good numbers of bass 1-2 pounds were biting lures and live shiners. Capt. Thadeus Ragan said the best bass fishing in the Everglades has been north of Everglades Holiday Park, as high water has made for tough fishing along Tamiami Trail and at Sawgrass Recreation Park. He had bass up to 4 pounds burning Venom Skip Shads.
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Florida Fishing News - Fishing for Energy Reels in Gear at Everglades CityThe Florida
Fishing for Energy Reels in Gear at Everglades City
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recently partnered with Fishing for Energy to remove derelict stone crab traps from the marine environment near Everglades City, FL, making it the second location in Florida to join the unique partnership.
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Florida Fishing News - Florida anglers hit the road to find new holesFlorida boldly
Florida anglers hit the road to find new holes
Florida boldly bills itself as the "Fishing Capital of the World," and many weekend anglers, charter captains, and seafood lovers will tell you the state's $5 billion recreational fishing industry is worthy of the title.
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Florida Fishing News - Fishing for Energy Reels in Gear at Everglades CityThe Florida
Fishing for Energy Reels in Gear at Everglades City
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recently partnered with Fishing for Energy to remove derelict stone crab traps from the marine environment near Everglades City, FL, making it the second location in Florida to join the unique partnership.
Traveling Angler Shares Her Favorite Fishing Holes in Florida
Florida boldly bills itself as the "Fishing Capital of the World."
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Florida Fishing News - Florida: Five spots to cast a fishing lineSeeking snook and
Florida: Five spots to cast a fishing line
Seeking snook and sailfish, bass and bonefish, tarpon and tuna, a traveling angler shares her favorite fishing holes in the Sunshine State.
Fishing for Energy Reels in Gear at Everglades City
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission recently partnered with Fishing for Energy to remove derelict stone crab traps from the marine environment near Everglades City, FL, making it the second location in Florida to join the unique partnership.
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Florida Fishing News - Outdoors Notebook The Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Fishing Tournament in
Outdoors Notebook
The Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Fishing Tournament in Islamorada, which was postponed Aug. 26-28 because of bad weather from Hurricane Irene, has been rescheduled for Sept. 23-25. Registration fee is $400 for adult anglers; $350 for young adults; and $275 for anglers 17 and under. For more information, visit www.hermanlucerne.com.
Florida Fishing Radar - Sepember 9th & 10th
Our fishing crew surveys the week's reports for the hot spots and hot bites across central Florida.
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Florida Fishing News - Florida: Five spots to cast a fishing lineSeeking snook and
Florida: Five spots to cast a fishing line
Seeking snook and sailfish, bass and bonefish, tarpon and tuna, a traveling angler shares her favorite fishing holes in the Sunshine State.
Catch of the day: Southwest Florida anglers show off the big ones: Sept. 8, 2011
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New federal plan a boon for Everglades
Federal officials unveiled final details of a plan to create a new wildlife refuge and conservation area that would preserve open land north of Lake Okeechobee and help waterflow to the Everglades.
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Florida Fishing News - Outdoors Notebook The Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Fishing Tournament in
Outdoors Notebook
The Herman Lucerne Memorial Backcountry Fishing Tournament in Islamorada, which was postponed Aug. 26-28 because of bad weather from Hurricane Irene, has been rescheduled for Sept. 23-25. Registration fee is $400 for adult anglers; $350 for young adults; and $275 for anglers 17 and under. For more information, visit www.hermanlucerne.com.
Traveling Angler Shares Her Favorite Fishing Holes in Florida
Florida boldly bills itself as the "Fishing Capital of the World."
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September 7th Fishing Report
Fishing this week has provided some very good action with redfish and trout. The redfish have been schooling up in large groups on the grassflats, oyster beds and mangrove islands. Live shinners and pinfish under a popping cork have been the bait of choice. The reds have been ranging between 25-33 inches and provide a great fight! The trout bite has been very good as well. The trout have been holding on deeper grass flats, in 4-6 ft of water and are ranging between 15-22 inches. If your interested in booking a charter you can reach me at 941-812-1402.
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Florida Fishing News - DeWayne Wickham: Florida's Scott, GOP go fishing for welfare abusersFlorida
DeWayne Wickham: Florida's Scott, GOP go fishing for welfare abusers
Florida Gov. Rick Scott's law requiring drug test for welfare recipients isn't working as he thought, with a tiny fraction of those testing positive. Still he refuses to admit he is wrong.
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Florida Fishing News - DeWayne Wickham: Florida's Scott, GOP go fishing for welfare abusersFlorida
DeWayne Wickham: Florida's Scott, GOP go fishing for welfare abusers
Florida Gov. Rick Scott's law requiring drug test for welfare recipients isn't working as he thought, with a tiny fraction of those testing positive. Still he refuses to admit he is wrong.
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Florida Fishing News - Florida Fishing Radar - September 2nd & 3rdOur fishing crew
Florida Fishing Radar - September 2nd & 3rd
Our fishing crew surveys the week's reports for the hot spots and hot bites across central Florida.
Gulf Coast snook fans remain shut out PHOTOS
Anyone who has ever tangled with a snook understands the attraction. It's the kind of fish that can get a person hooked on fishing for life.It possesses all the qualities anyone could ever want in a catch, not the least of which is its rating when fried and on a plate next to hush puppies and grits.
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Florida Fishing News - Florida anglers hit the road to find new holesFlorida boldly
Florida anglers hit the road to find new holes
Florida boldly bills itself as the "Fishing Capital of the World," and many weekend anglers, charter captains, and seafood lovers will tell you the state's $5 billion recreational fishing industry is worthy of the title.
Early risers getting Okeechobee results
GO FISHING is a look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Frank Sargeant.
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Florida Fishing News - Early risers getting Okeechobee resultsGO FISHING is a look at
Early risers getting Okeechobee results
GO FISHING is a look at the area fishing scene through the eyes of local charter boat captains and fishing guides. Today: Frank Sargeant.
Traveling Angler Shares Her Favorite Fishing Holes in Florida
Florida boldly bills itself as the "Fishing Capital of the World."
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Florida Fishing News - South Florida fishing reportLots of 1- to 2-pound schooling bass
South Florida fishing report
Lots of 1- to 2-pound schooling bass were biting topwater lures in the mornings. Stick worms, soft-plastic jerkbaits and lipless crankbaits have been productive later in the day.
Florida anglers hit the road to find new holes
Florida boldly bills itself as the "Fishing Capital of the World," and many weekend anglers, charter captains, and seafood lovers will tell you the state's $5 billion recreational fishing industry is worthy of the title.
Fishing report
Mike Scheele from the Juno Pier reported that anglers were catching kingfish, Spanish mackerel and lots of jacks on live menhaden fished from the pier. Captain Glyn Austin of Going Coastal Charters out of Stuart reported large sharks and tarpon are feeding on schools of mullet as they migrate south along the beaches. Redfish, jacks and snook are in good supply and eating croakers, pinfish and ...
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Florida Fishing News - DeWayne Wickham: Florida's Scott, GOP go fishing for welfare abusersFlorida
DeWayne Wickham: Florida's Scott, GOP go fishing for welfare abusers
Florida Gov. Rick Scott's law requiring drug test for welfare recipients isn't working as he thought, with a tiny fraction of those testing positive. Still he refuses to admit he is wrong.
Hardy has final chance to impress
LANDOVER, Md. The closest anyone with a good link to a college football program ever came to watching Daniel Hardy play in high school was the time during his senior year that his father took a bunch of Green Bay Packers offensive linemen fly fishing.
Traveling Angler Shares Her Favorite Fishing Holes in Florida
Florida boldly bills itself as the "Fishing Capital of the World."
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Florida Fishing News - South Florida fishing reportBass were schooling and biting topwater lures
South Florida fishing report
Bass were schooling and biting topwater lures in the mornings and sometimes all day. If that slows, try stick worms and soft-plastic jerkbaits. Bluegills have been plentiful and were biting lures and live bait.
Hardy has final chance to impress
LANDOVER, Md. The closest anyone with a good link to a college football program ever came to watching Daniel Hardy play in high school was the time during his senior year that his father took a bunch of Green Bay Packers offensive linemen fly fishing.