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Florida Surpasses One Million Recreational Boaters

6/25/2022 - More than 1 million recreational boats are registered in Florida, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The agency announced Friday that the number had been surpassed, with the most vessel registrations in Miami-Dade County, with 74,622, followed by Pinellas County, with 53,867; Lee County, with 50,304; Broward… SEE MORE

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Project Seeks Reasons for Lake Whitefish Decline

6/25/2022 - By David Fitch. Lake whitefish or dikameg is a species native to the Great Lakes and has been culturally important to the people of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation (SON) since time immemorial. But in recent years, fish harvesters from the SON who rely on dikameg as a source of food… SEE MORE

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Love Fishing? Myrtle Beach Is For You

6/25/2022 - By visitmyrtlebeach.com. From Deep-Sea Fishing To Pier Fishing To Beach Fishing, The Myrtle Beach Area Has A Number Of Great Places To Catch Dinner Or Just Head Out For A Relaxing Day On The Seas. When people talk about Myrtle Beach fishing, they're usually referring to saltwater fishing. After all, we have… SEE MORE

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Best Fourth of July Fishing Destinations in the US

6/24/2022 - By Vuk. Everyone knows what a good old-fashioned Independence Day celebration looks like – parades, get-togethers, barbecues, and a lot of fireworks. Should you add fishing to this list? We certainly think so! After all, what better way to celebrate the spirit of this holiday than to enjoy the same… SEE MORE

Celebrate National Fishing Month

6/23/2022 - By Nationaltoday.com. National Fishing Month begins on July 24 and doesn’t end until August 30 each year. You don’t have to be an expert to enjoy fishing, a practice that has existed since the dawn of human civilization. If you fish as a pastime or profession, you should know that… SEE MORE

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June 2022 – News from Our Coasts

6/20/2022 - COASTAL NEWS FOR JUNE Updates from US Harbors Best Harbors Announcement - Thanks so much to all of the winning harbors who were able to join our live announcement online! Congratulations to our winners, and thanks to the over 2,500 who participated by voting for their favorite harbor! Don't forget… SEE MORE

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Free Online Boating Safety Courses

6/17/2022 - By BoatUS. Now that we are almost into July, one of the busiest months for recreational boating, it is a good time to brush up on boating safety. Recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard, approved by NASBLA and your state boating license agency, Boat US offers the only free online… SEE MORE

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Blue Pike: Long Gone But Not Forgotten

6/16/2022 - By James Proffitt. One of the last known (and most famous) blue pike was landed by hook and line in 1962. In 1983, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service declared the blue pike extinct. Yet, nearly 40 years later, the population remains robust and healthy – in the hearts and… SEE MORE

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Largest Striped Bass Tournament in the Northeast

6/14/2022 - The Striper Cup is a 5-month celebration of striped bass, and fishermen of all stripes are invited. It’s like no other fishing tournament, uniting thousands of participants from Chesapeake Bay to Maine. Join The Striper Cup, and you can compete for hundreds of valuable prizes. Then, come party at StriperFest… SEE MORE

Free Fishing Days in 2022 in Your State

6/10/2022 - Free fishing days are a perfect opportunity for beginners to try out fishing for the first time. Please note that the individual states may place certain restrictions and other regulations may apply, so be sure to contact your state fish and wildlife agency for specific state regulations. 2022 Remaining Free… SEE MORE

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