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"Just a Taste" of the THE CRYSTAL COAST
Saturday, 25 March 2017
Possibilities! Left to right, you can fish the Gulfstream, surfcast the beach, drift the estuary or target salt marsh creeks. I flew in to the Outer Banks region of North Carolina from my home in California. On... Read more...

Beauty and the Beast
Monday, 06 February 2017
After those mighty California storms and plenty of rain, Nick and I decided to kick off the new year with some good ol’ sturgeon fishing. We prepared all day Saturday and went out on Sunday 1/15 for our first fishing trip of the... Read more...

Kayak Crabbing
Wednesday, 04 January 2017
Ocean conditions in Northern California can get nasty in the winter. So far in 2016, we’ve had a series of large swells and a few low-pressure situations that have made kayak fishing hazardous at best. With the more severe nearshore... Read more...

How To Stay Ready!
Tuesday, 06 December 2016
In a section of the US best know for its Blues Men, Chris Ritchie From Aurora Missouri is a "Bass Man." Just like the Bluesmen of old, Chris has learned the importance of always, always being ready. Here's he gives us a breakdown... Read more...

GAME CHANGER: PREDATOR PDL
Saturday, 09 July 2016
Old Town® Introduces Pedal-driven Predator PDL™ Advanced human-powered fishing watercraft offers unrivaled hands-free boat control and fishability, including forward and reverse Old Town, Maine (July 8,... Read more...

2016 HOBIE FISHING World Chamionship
Tuesday, 17 May 2016
The 2016 Hobie Fishing World Championship is Coming to Louisiana May 11, 2016 by Paul... Read more...

Durban South Africa
Thursday, 14 April 2016
Roscoe Rautenbach shares a crisp little video with a nice tuna on the popper....

Adder Rock Offshore Challenge
Thursday, 14 April 2016
Rodney Pacitti shares more good times down under.

AFTCO Flathead River Float
Thursday, 07 April 2016
Click for slideshow The AFTCO brand is instantly recognized by anglers worldwide. Aftco is the premier supplier of traditional fishing clothing as well as being on the cutting edge of modern materials, design and functionality.... Read more...

The other LA
Tuesday, 23 February 2016
Captain Brian Sherman fished with our OK teammate Mike Coneen and John Kumiski the first week of December down in Venice, Louisiana (LA). Expect to see more from Captain Brian as he is another fanatic, for sure. Man,... Read more...

Kayak Fishing Aloha - RoKKiT KiT Kauai Hawaii
Monday, 01 February 2016
Two of the top locations that I have always dreamed of fishing from on kayak are South Africa and Hawaii. With the opportunity to go to South Africa being put on hold this year, and time away from work and the family booked in, the stars... Read more...

Argentina-Bacota Shark
Monday, 01 February 2016
The Bacota shark has a widespread tropical and temperate range including the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian oceans as well as the Medditeranean and Black seas. It is a coastal shark, and can grow as large as 11 feet. These are... Read more...

Bass Pro Redemption
Tuesday, 15 December 2015
So, this new guy moves to town. Miles Burghoff. He goes to our local shop, the Kayak Connection in Santa Cruz, CA and arranges for his first kayak, an Old Town Predator XL to be shipped to the shop. KC owner Dave Grigsby... Read more...

This Guy's got an Eye!
Monday, 14 December 2015
We all take pix of our fish. Some of us take really good pix. Then there are guys like THIS! Mikey Sabadic captures the essence and the inspiration for me. Glad you like my photos. I've been getting a lot a positive feedback... Read more...

#PFD Save a life
Monday, 14 December 2015
#PFD Save a life #PFD Personal Flotation Device Save a life and *SHARE AWAY*The Fisherman's Journal Railblaza Academy Sports + Outdoors Hooked Up Salt Life Optics Posted by Next Level Fishing - Kayak Fishing TV on Thursday,... Read more...

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Outfitting (Random)

Rigging Your Downrigger
Tuesday, 17 June 2014
When you are kayak fishing, have you ever seen fish deep in the water on your fish finder, but had difficulty presenting a lure to those fish? If you have, then you should...

An Introduction to Rigging a Fishing Kayak
Tuesday, 13 October 2009
The way an angler rigs a kayak for fishing is a very personal undertaking. The choices you make are dependent upon your fishing style, and the waters you paddle. What works for me...

Maximize your Handlheld VHF Radio's Battery Life
Sunday, 28 April 2013
A handheld VHF radio is an indispensable tool for kayak fishing adventure travel, for angler to angler communication, listening to weather forecast, or a lifeline in the case of...

Trips (Random)

Sandy Hook 11-29-10
Tuesday, 30 November 2010
It had been a rough fall. Too many days of big surf and strong winds were preventing us from getting on the ocean for the fall run. We got a report for Monday of light winds and...

Taking a Slowride in Texas
Tuesday, 03 November 2009
It’s funny the places life takes you and the reasons why. It is something I had never really thought about until Slow Ride Kayak Fishing guide Dean Thomas asked my wife...

Mythic Lake Almanor
Thursday, 19 December 2013
The alarm clock went off at seven Saturday morning. Time to get the coffee going. The plan was to meet up with polepole (KFM Publisher Allen Sansano) and Bushy (KFM Chief Editor...

Fisheries Affairs (Random)

Landmark Vision for Saltwater Recreational Fisheries Management Unveiled by Policy and Industry Experts
Thursday, 13 February 2014
Blue ribbon commission recommends enhanced fisheries management while upholding saltwater recreational fishing’s economic, social and conservation benefits Miami,...

NOAA Reports Six More Fish Stocks Rebuilt in 2012
Thursday, 02 May 2013
May 2, 2013 It was another record-setting year for one of our nation's most valuable resources, our marine fisheries. Today, we are reporting that six more stocks were declared...

Sportfishing Industry Welcomes Sally Jewell's Nomination for Secretary of the Interior
Wednesday, 06 February 2013
For Immediate ReleaseMary Jane Williamson, Communications Directormjwilliamson@asafishing.org, 703-519-9691, x227www.asafishing.org Jewell's background in the outdoor recreation...

In The News (Random)

Johnson Outdoors 2010 Promotions - Great Spring Deals on Ocean Kayak, Necky and Old Town
Friday, 05 March 2010
Great Spring Promotions on Ocean Kayak, Necky and Old Town Ocean Kayak - Buy any Trident Angler or Torque plus a seat upgrade and get a $25 Gift Card Purchase any upgraded...

Seaguar’s Extreme Kayak Fishing Challenge Returns to NBC Sports with More Jaw Dropping Action
Monday, 26 November 2012
Coming to NBC Sports this January, get ready for another season of mind blowing kayak fishing action! Seaguar's Extreme Kayak FIshing Challenge follows world renowned big...

Wilderness Systems Announces Sponsorship Line Up
Tuesday, 16 April 2013
Wilderness Systems continues to show category commitment with 2013 investments... Confluence Media Contact: Verde PR & Consulting Claire Rabun crabun@verdepr.com...