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IGFA Backs Call to Remove Longlines from Gulf of Mexico
The International Game Fish Association has long supported closing the Gulf of Mexico to surface longlines. But in an uncommon collaboration, this position is gaining new momentum as the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) prepares a new proposed regulation for the region as early as this month. ... Full story
Obituary: Mike Fitzgerald founder of Frontiers International 1938 – 2013
It was sad news to learn that Mike Fitzgerald, a great friend of the wild Atlantic salmon, has passed away. He was an extraordinary man, kind and thoughtful yet more than capable of meeting the demands of his remarkable business career. ... Full story
Jose Wejebe 'Spanish Fly' Memorial Foundation
The Jose Wejebe Spanish Fly Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to support causes involving marine conservation, education, and individuals with special needs. We will contribute to and participate in fundraising and humanitarian work through ocean and marine-life related activities. ... Full story
Is New Zealand's Freshwater Fishing Under Threat?
The Chief Executive of Fish and Game New Zealand seems to believe so and has made a plea to local anglers to send comments on proposed changes to the Resource Management Act (RMA) and also the Freshwater Reform Proposals before the submittal deadlines of April 2nd and 8th 2013. ... Full story
Fieldsports - Fly Fishing Edition
Fieldsports Magazine is a UK based quarterly print journal featuring shooting and fishing in the UK and around the world. Once a year it also brings out a special edition focused on Fly Fishing. The new 2013 edition is now available and is a veritable feast for the eyes. ... Full story
The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel Kicks off Tarpon Season
The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel claims the first recorded tarpon caught on a rod-and-reel so it’s only natural it should host two major tournaments in May during tarpon season. The second annual “Ding” Darling & Doc Ford’s Tarpon Tournament on Fort Myers Beach takes place May 4 and the 31st annual World’s Richest Tarpon Tournament kicks-off in Boca Grande on May 23. ... Full story
Simms Fishing Site Gets A New Look
Worn or used by anglers the world over, Simms Fishing products are well known and respected for their design and quality. Their website has always had some fun alongside the products but now has benefited from an overhaul to make it even more angler friendly and engaging. ... Full story
Brit Catches Giant Grander Blue Marlin
A pub landlord claims to have caught one of the biggest fish ever by reeling in a 1,320lb blue marlin using just a rod and line. The fish was killed and the meat distributed to local islanders but the decision is understandably causing a debate despite this being totally legal. ... Full story
Amazon-Angler.com's Steve Townson Catches Huge Arapaima In Guyana
Adventure angler Steve Townson achieved a lifelong ambition when he landed this massive wild arapaima estimated at 250+lbs from Middle River Essequibo in Guyana, South America. ... Full story
Atlantic Salmon Consultations on Species at Risk
The first consultations are now taking place regarding the status of different populations of wild Atlantic salmon in Atlantic Canada and Quebec. DFO is conducting the process, and five regions within Quebec, and along the southern Gulf of St. Lawrence are the first to be considered ... Full story
Huge Porbeagle Shark Caught and Released in Cornwall
The BBC has reported on a huge porbeagle shark estimated...
Need a Reel - Get a Deal!
Allen Fly Co are currently running a pre-Summer sale on...
Book Review: Keeper by Martin Donovan
Subtitled - "A Life Amongst Fishes and Those Who Catch...
Fly Fishing in Europe - Slovenia: The Marble Trout Religion
The Marble Trout (salmo trutta marmoratus) is considered one of...