Summer has arrived! Outside temperatures are hitting the 90 degree mark by mid-morning. Bottom fishing and downlining baits on a breezeless ocean or lake has your favorite fishing shirt drenched with sweat while you wait for a bite. Isn’t fishing supposed to be fun? Here’s a tactic to help keep you cool, and probably put a few more fish in the box. Set up your boat for trolling. You’ll actually be covering more water, and you’ll be creating a little bit of a breeze to keep you a lot cooler.

Trolling: Stay Cool and Catch More Summer Fish

The Future of Forward Facing Sonar Fishing. Duckett Fishing, a leader in tournament bass fishing rods and baits, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Sway Minnow, a revolutionary bait designed to elevate Forward Facing Sonar (FFS) fishing techniques. This new minnow is set to transform how anglers target and catch bass using FFS, with technology to automatically induce lifelike action and presentation that trophy bass find irresistible.

Duckett Fishing Unveils the Sway Minnow

FOOTHILL RANCH, CA (July 14, 2024) – As the saltwater fishing world continues to evolve with anglers looking for lighter jigging rods that handle maximum pressure and big, heavy jigs it takes to hook land big, heavy fish, DAIWA answers the challenge with its new Saltiga Light Jigging rods.

Light Jigging and Power Come Together

Don't shy away from oversized finesse techniques. As we eased away from the dock and idled through the small maze of moored sailboats and runabouts in Chellis Bay, I surveyed the front deck of Jimmy Kennedy’s Skeeter FXR and noticed one rod and reel combo that did not look anything like the others.

Bubba Shot 101: Unlocking Big Bass in Heavy Cover

Building his own jet seiner gives Thomas Lopez a leg up during tough times in Alaska’s salmon fishery. The limit seiner that launched into the Columbia River in Oregon in April 2024 is a first for Lopez, Owner/Operator of Apex Marine. “I’ve built other boats, but this is the first in aluminum and certainly the first jet-powered seiner,” says Lopez, who started the boat in January 2023 with hopes of getting it in the water for that year’s season. Supply chain issues led to the 2024 launch.

First twin jet limit seiner: Fast build, fast boat

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The alligator gar are fearsome fish in terms of size and appearance. Their scientific name is Atractosteus spatula and they are among the largest freshwater fish on the planet. They are the largest of all the gar species of fish. These awesome creatures have been on Earth since the late Jurassic period – that’s at […]

The Largest Alligator Gar Ever Caught in Oklahoma

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The host of Deadly Waters with Captain Lee has imparted some of his seaworthy wisdom to true crime audiences in an interview with Oxygen True Crime. Below Deck’s original yacht captain Lee Rosbach, the host of the new original true crime series about maritime murders, continues taking viewers into the world of the high seas. But Captain Lee, who didn’t find his sea legs until he was in his 30s, thinks it's essential that anyone willing to venture out into the deep knows a thing or two before doing so, including some helpful nautical terms.

Captain Lee Rosbach Wants You to Know These Nautical Terms — and When Not to Go to Sea

Alligator gar are fascinating creatures that have roamed waters for millions of years. Known for their long, slender bodies and fearsome appearance, these fish are often misunderstood. But what makes them so unique? Alligator gar can grow up to 10 feet long and weigh over 300 pounds, making them one of the largest freshwater fish in North America. Their ability to breathe both air and water sets them apart from many other fish species. With a lifespan that can exceed 50 years, these ancient fish have plenty of time to make their mark. Ready to learn more? Let's dive into 14 intriguing facts about these incredible creatures!

14 Facts About Alligator Gar

New Shadtron™ LT merges realism & durability with cutting-edge line-through hook system. Ladson, SC (July 15, 2024) – A golden age of angling now under the bridge, the era of true-to-life swimbaits and bass of freakish, blimp-like proportions still reminds us of the lures’ potentially outlandish attracting power. Everyone who once slung these big slabs of PVC has a crazy fish story to tell. But what swimbait practitioners today still mourn are the number of fish most of these lures fail to hook— and how frequently the gill-rattling headshake of a big bass can eject the baits and crush our spirits in one breath.

Z-Man® Develops Groundbreaking Shad Style Swimbait

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Designed by the French company Exod, the Air Station POD-01 is designed to be a portable and inflatable housing solution. The home is inspired by the technology used for the powerful kite-surfing wings. The capsule can be inflated within five minutes, and it can accommodate up to four people. Tents are pretty quick to set up now, but they almost always include poles and elastic, and having to deal with the two. Exod is offering an easier solution that utilizes air to support the structures.

The Air Station POD-01 Inflates In 5 Minutes & Accommodates 4 People For Camping Adventures

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

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Fulton, MO

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Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children. Since July 1, 2024, according to the NCMEC, 15 children have been reported missing in the U.S. Not included in that number are those who have been missing in Missouri since June 2024.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

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Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Sharks are rarely thought of as helpless, yet this is exactly how divers in Indonesia found a group of whale sharks. The sharks' dramatic rescue from last year is detailed in a YouTube video shared by Dylan Anderson (@Dylan_Anderson). "When these divers were scuba diving in Indonesia, they unexpectedly came...

Divers share disturbing footage of whale sharks trapped inside discarded fishing nets: 'This breaks my heart'

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Horoscope for Tuesday, July 16th

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Egg Roll is a one-year-old, 34lb American Bully who has recently been introduced by Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue located in Massachusetts. This charming, round little dog is looking for his forever home and comes with a delightful personality and some special quirks.

Meet Egg Roll: The Round Little Snuggle Buddy Looking For Love

After more than 100 years of being blocked from the area, Atlantic salmon have been able to spawn in the upper waters of the River Derwent, thanks to the removal of a weir in their way, Phys.org reported. Salmon are some of the most well-known species of fish that spend...

Officials rejoice as salmon spawn for first time in 100 years following dam removal project: 'It's very rewarding'

Sportfishing yachts have stood the test of time since the Rybovich Miss Chevy II back in the early 1900s. The sportfisherman profile is unparalleled and recognized by most every boater. The technology has improved design and performance with each model from smaller boats that are quick with good range to the larger ones where the crew and guests take extended trips, such as the incredible 171-foot Royal Huisman Project 406, now known as Special One, the largest and most luxurious sportfish yacht built to date. Here are a few more to whet your sportfishing appetite.

You’ll Love the Latest Elite Sportfishing Yachts of 2024

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FISHING: Forward-Facing Sonar Beast

FOOTHILL RANCH, CA (July 11, 2024) – The advent of forward-facing sonar (FFS) has hatched numbers of nouveau techniques to tempt fish marked in front of...

FISHING: Forward-Facing Sonar Beast

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