Author: BD STAFF

Not all MPA’s are created equally and there are some situations that may benefit from MPA’s, but “no-fishing” MPA’s in U.S. waters have been shown by fisheries scientists to be ineffective for a variety of reasons. AFTCO’s Bill Shedd spends much of his personal time working hard towards the goal of conservation and greatly improved fisheries, but he also does this from the perspective of an avid fisherman. He works tirelessly via his conservation organizations and the contributions that AFTCO makes to give back to the fisheries and access to them. He is heavily involved with CCA CAL and Hubbs-Sea…

“Oh man, this is a pretty good one.” BD’er Kent Twomey starts out. “Make sure to write this one up as we spotted tailing marlin in the gyros and slid up with a perfectly placed sardine. Then worked the spool as it ate with a perfectly placed circle in the corner. But that’s not the case.” Kent joked. Like most good fishing tales, there’s always the glorified version you expect to hear and then there’s the real story. But the truth in this one is far better and more memorable anyway. Kent, “A Marlin Savant”, and their two kids; Cole…

A recent father and son fishing trip became one to remember recently in the Florida Keys. Jeff Deloche and his son Myles were on Day 3 of a mangrove snapper fishing binge when they had a tiger shark come to their chum bag and proceed to check them out for over an hour in six feet of water. We almost didn’t go but decided to try and go out with a bang and catch some mangroves as it was the last day of our 3-day trip,” said Jeff. “The tiger shark stayed with us for about an hour and mouthed…

Propspeed, the leading innovator of underwater foul-release coatings, announced today it has contracted with a number of brand ambassadors. Six captains, each part of the Wicked Tuna fleet, will promote Propspeed products and demonstrate the benefits of using the line to keep their vessels running smoothly through the demands of their occupational endeavors. Propspeed Brand Ambassadors now include: Wicked Tuna Captain Dave Carraro – FV-Tuna.comWicked Tuna Captain Dave Marciano – FV Hard MerchandiseWicked Tuna Captain Tyler McLaughlin – FV PinwheelWicked Tuna Captain TJ Ott – FV Hot TunaWicked Tuna Captain Paul Hebert – FV Wicked PissahWicked Tuna Captain Bob Cook…

The Marlin Club is excited to announce our Juniors Tournament scheduled for Saturday, July 24th from 6 am-noon.  This tournament is for Juniors aged 15 and under and there will be a dock and boat division.  There will be prizes and lunch at noon!!!  The public is invited so let your friends and family know to sign up.  Please RSVP to tournament chair Corey Crosby at (858) 337-9711 or sdmarlinclub@gmail.com.  “We are looking forward to seeing our junior anglers in action.”

Capt. Brandon Nelson walks us through the tying of three tried and true fishing knots that everyone can use in a wide variety of fishing types. He also explains the logic behind using the various knots he is demonstrating. The old saying of “If you don’t know a good knot, tie a lot.” holds true but it’s not too hard to master many of the classic fishing knots that are tried and true! Our “Know Your Knots” series will demonstrate not only the techniques for tying these fishing knots but will offer ideas about the why and when to use…

Capt. Brandon Nelson shows how he ties the Perfection Loop. He likes to use it for live baiting where a little extra wiggle can make the difference between a bite and a try. This can also be tied to lures for the same reason if they don’t have their own additional ring on the eye. Our “Know Your Knots” series will demonstrate not only the techniques for tying these fishing knots but will offer ideas about the why and when to use them. Often times a particular knot can be used for a variety of uses.

Capt. Brandon Nelson demonstrates how to tie and why the Royal Polaris knot and the Triple Surgeon’s knot. Each is used as a connection knot from braid to mono or mono to fluoro leaders. Our “Know Your Knots” series will demonstrate not only the techniques for tying these fishing knots but will offer ideas about the why and when to use them. Often times a particular knot can be used for a variety of uses.

Capt. Brandon Nelson shows us one of his favorite fishing knots, the San Diego Jam knot and the double San Diego Jam version. It can be used for many applications like tying hooks, jigs, and more while inshore or offshore fishing. Our “Know Your Knots” series will demonstrate not only the techniques for tying these fishing knots but will offer ideas about the why and when to use them. Often times a particular knot can be used for a variety of uses.

Capt. Brandon Nelson ties up the Surgeon’s Loop knot and explains the variety of uses it has in local fisheries. Our “Know Your Knots” series will demonstrate not only the techniques for tying these fishing knots but will offer ideas about the why and when to use them. Often times a particular knot can be used for a variety of uses.

Capt. Brandon Nelson walks us through the tying of the famous Bimini Twist, a knot used to create a double line at the end of your mainline for various leader connections. He also explains the logic behind using the various knots he is demonstrating. Our “Know Your Knots” series will demonstrate not only the techniques for tying these fishing knots but will offer ideas about the why and when to use them. Often times a particular knot can be used for a variety of uses.

Dexter Outdoors is kicking off the Great American Fillet Challenge and offering all anglers a chance to submit their fillet videos for a chance to win great Dexter Outdoor prize packs! There will be monthly winners, so go fishing now and make your video to win! Visit the Dexter Website for all the details on how to enter your video for a chance at great prizes.

There have always been many reasons why spending the extra money on fluorocarbon leader was well worth it, but it’s a fact that many anglers had to stop and ponder the cost/benefit ratio. Now, Seaguar has developed Inshore, an economical leader material that offers more benefits than just cost savings; but that is a huge benefit. Inshore fluorocarbon is still made from 100% custom Seaguar resins with the focus being placed on abrasion resistance and increased knot strength while still offering the low-visibility factor underwater. Fishing structure is the key to success in so many inshore fisheries. Dock pilings, jetty…

Having an adventure does not always mean you have to travel great distances to have fun. There are plenty of adventures to be had in your own backyard! Backyard Adventure is more of a state of mind than a distant location. We all have amazing places pretty close to home if you just look and then tap into the fun with family and friends. Our Backyard Adventure Checklists are here to make sure you don’t forget any of the essential items to having fun. We’re not saying that having fun isn’t hard work, but we know firsthand that it’s all…

Carter “Big Boy” Andrews, has earned a reputation for being the most complete angler on the water. Renowned fly fisherman, saltwater game fish guide, and host of his own TV show, The Obsession of Carter Andrews, he spends over 250 days a year on the water. When he’s not fishing, he unwinds on the family farm in Vero Beach, Florida. Whether it’s feeding “Pork Chop” the family pig or watching his daughters pursue their passion of competitive horse riding, it’s this time away from his hectic fishing schedule that Carter feels is priceless.

I think it’s safe to say that everyone involved in the 14th Annual Yellowtail Shootout was very excited to be gathering again with a common bond: Fishing and good times! The fishing was a success with the winning fish coming from local waters. With the bluefin close and chewing, many found themselves catching bluefin while hunting yellowtail. The return of the Yellowtail Shootout saw 79 boats and 273 anglers registered. Thanks to all our anglers and great sponsors who had the stage filled with great prizes and raffle items. It really was a win-win for everyone involved and we are…

When hanging loose and looking good is just as important as staying comfortable, reach for one of Huk’s new Hawaiian-themed Kona shirts. These short sleeve button-ups come with island vibes built-in, so it feels like a vacation even when running errands around town. The new Kona performance-packed, short-sleeve button-downs include the Kona Paradise Pass, Kona Kai, Kona Stackin’ Bills, and Kona Fins ‘N Stripes lines. They feature a 65% polyester, 35% cotton blend that is perfect for water and surf adventures, quick-drying while offering a soft feel. All of the Kona shirts are built for all-day comfort, both on and…

 C-MAP®, a leader in digital marine cartography and cloud-based mapping, unveiled its latest app for boaters, anglers, sailors, and water-lovers alike this week including a Premium version loaded with new mapping features, more advanced functionality, and a new shaded relief option, previously only available in C-MAP REVEAL products for chartplotters.    The C-MAP app is free to download and easy to use, delivering subscription-free access to the latest nautical charts along with a range of features including personal waypoints, routes and tracks, weather updates, points of interest, planning tools, and many ways to personalize. The C-MAP app can function as the complete solution…