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BACKCOUNTRY FISHING TOURNAMENT SUPPORTS CAT POPULATION

A popular, one-day backcountry fishing tournament in Islamorada is back for its 24th year, with funds supporting several causes near and dear to organizer...
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FLORIDA KEYS FISH REPORT: CHUM GETS THE BLACKFIN FIRED UP

Our first stop during an offshore trip on Oct. 7 was to the patch reefs off Islamorada, where we successfully loaded up the livewell...
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YOUNG STANCZYK WINS KEYS KIDS FISH DERBY IN ISLAMORADA

The Islamorada Charter Boat Association welcomed 95 young anglers up to the age of 10 for the 28th annual Keys Kids Fishing Derby on...
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FLORIDA KEYS FISH REPORT: FALL FISHING BRINGS ITS OWN COLOR CHANGE TO FLORIDA BAY

Fall fishing is underway in the Florida Keys. While the leaves may be changing colors up north, Florida Bay is also having its own...
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FLORIDA KEYS FISH REPORT: ‘LADIES, LET’S GO FISHING’ SEMINAR & TOURNAMENT RETURNS TO THE...

Women seeking to learn fishing in a welcoming, no-pressure environment can do just that at the “Ladies, Let’s Go Fishing!” Keys University and Fishing...
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KEYS KIDS CAN FISH FOR FREE DURING TOURNAMENT FOR YOUNG ANGLERS ON SEPT. 28...

The Islamorada Charter Boat Association will host its 28th annual Keys Kids Fishing Derby on Sunday Sept. 28 at the Lorelei Restaurant in Islamorada.   The...
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FLORIDA KEYS FISH REPORT: BIG BLACKFINS ARE BITING ON THE HUMPS

The fishing action has been incredible here in Islamorada. Aboard DirtyBoat 2.0 out of Robbie's Marina, we’ve been starting the days right by loading...
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FLORIDA KEYS FISH REPORT: SWATHS OF SARGASSUM HOLDING DOLPHIN, SOME TRIPLETAIL

The tuna bite has been great. Early morning and late afternoon have been productive for tuna fishing. Sometimes I prefer the afternoon because there’s...
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LEGENDARY ISLAMORADA SPORTFISHING EXPERT RICHARD STANCZYK TO BE HONORED BY IGFA

By Andy Newman In 1962, legendary Islamorada sportfishing captain Richard Stanczyk, then 16, made plans to attend his junior prom with his North Miami High...
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FLORIDA KEYS FISH REPORT: FLATS FISHING IS HOT AND REWARDING

Flats fishing in August is hot but can be extremely rewarding. Starting early or fishing in the evening is your best chance to fool...