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Travel June 30

Fisherman lands enormous 56-pound almaco jack, breaking state record

Record-breaking 56-pound almaco jack caught in North Carolina waters by Virginia angler, measuring 46 inches with a 31-inch girth, shattering previous state record.

DOGE June 30

Interior cancels $14M annual fishing grant cited in Fox report after DOGE highlights Disney ads, salaries

Senate DOGE Caucus Chair Joni Ernst exposes "Washington waste" as Interior Department terminates multi-year grant to fishing promotion nonprofit that received $164 million since 2012.

Florida June 24

Diver who freed sharks gets Trump pardon after felony conviction stuns him: 'My heart sank'

Trump pardons Florida diver who faced felony charges after cutting a longline and releasing 19 sharks, believing he was stopping illegal fishing activity.

Deals June 6

Reel in the perfect Father's Day gift for dads who love to fish

From fishing poles to fishing hats, coolers and boots, dads who spend every weekend fishing will love these gifts.

Fishing June 2

Bright red fish caught by Mississippi angler with electric reel breaks new record

A record-breaking vermilion snapper catch by Joseph Hoang in Mississippi highlights the state's vibrant fishing scene this May. Vermilion snappers are known for their red color and slender body.

US May 26

Sport fishing boat violently crashes into Meschutt Beach jetty, injuring four

A Meschutt Beach accident involving a sport fishing boat hitting the jetty and injuring four is under investigation by Suffolk County Police and other agencies.

Travel May 20

Fisherman stumbles upon historic shipwreck hidden in plain sight: 'So exciting'

The J.C. Ames tugboat, sunk in 1923, was recently found by angler Christopher Thuss in Lake Michigan, revealing a piece of Badger State history.

Travel May 16

Angler shatters previous fish state record by reeling in black crappie

A record-breaking 17.7-inch black crappie caught by Jerry Porter at East Lynn Lake highlights West Virginia's third fish record of 2025. The freshwater fish weighed 3.6 pounds.

Deals May 12

7 high-tech fishing gadgets for the modern angler

Advanced fishing gear helps you find fish easily, manage your equipment, log your fishing trips and improve your skills.

Great Outdoors May 12

Lucky anglers break two state fishing records on same day: 'Dedication and passion'

Two fishermen in West Virginia set records on the same day after they caught a record-breaking redhorse sucker and a redear sunfish, as announced by WVDNR officials.

Fishing May 11

5 fishermen rescued at sea after 55 days adrift in Pacific Ocean

Five fishermen drank rain and sea water to survive 55 days adrift at sea until their rescue last week, the Ecuadorian navy said.

Weather May 2

Scientists in East Tennessee examine fish counts for the first time since Hurricane Helene

Fisheries biologists with the Tennessee Valley Authority have begun to monitor fish populations that have possibly been impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Travel May 2

Invasive fish competition returns with anglers making 'Reel Rewards'

Earn $30 per invasive fish through Maryland's "Reel Rewards" program in Baltimore harbor. The initiative aims to control snakeheads and catfish populations threatening the Chesapeake Bay ecosystem.

Travel April 30

'Odd-looking' deep sea fish washes up on beach, surprising locals: 'Would not expect to run across'

An oddly shaped deep-sea fish recently washed up on an Oregon beach, catching the attention of a local aquarium. The Seaside Aquarium identified the fish as a longnose lancetfish.

Travel April 22

Rare colossal baby sea creature caught on camera for the first time

A baby colossal squid was caught on camera for the first time in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of the South Sandwich Islands by researchers.

Fishing April 16

3 dead, more injured after boat accident in Major League Fishing tournament: report

A deadly boat incident occurred at the Tackle Warehouse Invitational as part of Major League Fishing on Lewis Smith Lake in Alabama on Wednesday morning.

Travel April 15

Fisherman catches prehistoric-looking alligator gar in 4-hour ‘epic battle’

An angler from Kentucky says he may have broken a record for a 153-pound alligator gar caught in Lake Livingston, Texas after a four-hour battle to reel in the massive fish.

Florida April 5

Furious charter captain boards boat to berate young fisherman in viral video

A Florida charter boat captain has gone viral after he aggressively confronted a young fisherman over an alleged near-collision.

Deals March 31

Spring fishing gear essentials for every angler

Fishing season is here, and that means it’s time to stock up on all your gear. Grab rods, lures, waterproof clothing and a cooler, and you’re ready hit the water.

Fishing March 17

Peruvian fisherman found alive after 95 days at sea reveals how he survived

A Peruvian fisherman said he ate roaches, birds and sea turtles to survive 95 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean after his boat encountered stormy weather.

Lifestyle February 19

Marine expert addresses viral anglerfish video that broke millions of hearts: 'A lot of hypotheses'

Marine photographer David Jara Boguñá recently opened up about the viral anglerfish that was spotted swimming in shallow waters off the coast of the Canary Islands before dying.

Fish February 13

Company offers cash for escaped fish if caught by 'registered fishermen'

A Norwegian company is offering a bounty of about $45 for each Atlantic salmon that is returned following an escape of about 27,000 fish after a storm damaged a farm.

Texas February 11

Coast Guard detains Mexican fishermen with over 1,600 pounds of illegally caught fish

U.S. Coast Guard crews intercepted four Mexican boats fishing illegally in federal waters off the coast of Texas, detaining all 11 fishermen and over 1,600 pounds of fish.

Travel November 29

Florida fishing captain pulls off surprise boat trip for teen after single mom's Facebook plea

A fishing boat captain in Tampa, Florida, helped a single mother arrange a fishing excursion for her son's 13th birthday at no cost after seeing her Facebook post.

Travel November 20

'Doomsday fish,' rumored to bring bad omens, washes ashore in popular surf town

An oarfish, also known as a "doomsday fish," was spotted on Grandview Beach in Encinitas, California by a PhD candidate at Scripps Oceanography who recognized the species.

Travel November 15

Angler lands massive fish in Minnesota, reveals favorite US spots where you can reel in monsters

A world record-holding fisherman from Kentucky has a new record pending after catching a muskie in Minnesota. He is sharing top locations across the U.S. where he finds monster fish.

FOOD October 15

Chef Andrew Zimmern hunts, cooks wild animals, creates recipes 'for anybody' watching his show

Chef Andrew Zimmern takes viewers into the woods and out fishing in his newest show, "Field to Fire." He hunts and fishes the animals he then cooks on the show, he told Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital.

Food-Drink September 25

Maine lobster fisherman reveals why the crustaceans she catches taste 'sweeter,' 'better'

Sadie Samuels, a lobster fisherman who works off the coast of Maine, practically grew up on the water. She told Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital why she chose this life — and her favorite way to eat lobster.

WILD NATURE September 24

Strange alien-like fish washes up on Oregon beach, creates 'quite a stir'

Seaside Aquarium announced the sighting of a gigantic Mola mola at Hug Point State Park in Arch Cape, Oregon. The creature measures nearly 7 feet long and is still decaying.

LIFESTYLE September 11

Angler catches record-breaking 71-pound fish in infamous Texas lake

Texas Parks & Wildlife announced that a fisherman named Austin Anderson broke a state record after catching a 71-pound smallmouth buffalo in Lady Bird Lake.