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Triggerfish regulations changing

FWC approves changes to rebuild Gulf gray triggerfish population The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved two changes to how gray triggerfish are managed in Gulf of Mexico state waters in an effort to help rebuild this overfished species. More than 60 percent of gray triggerfish caught in the Gulf of Mexico come from state and federal waters off Florida, which makes the state’s management of the species integral to the success of the federal rebuilding plan. The...

Walton fishing report for Feb. 13

Fishing is good! Choctawhatchee Bay: Good reports of redfish and sheepshead biting on shrimp in the Bay. Creeks/river: Shellcracker biting but river is really high. That means the catfish are on! Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S Freeport, Florida 32439 (850) 835-4277 Store hours: Mon....

FWC proposing 44 day recreational red snapper season

Proposed 2013 season is inconsistent with the current proposed federal season, final decision to come in April The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) proposed a 44-day recreational red snapper season for Gulf of Mexico state waters at its meeting Feb. 13 in Orlando. This season would start June 1 and end July 14. The proposed 2013 season is inconsistent with the current proposed federal season, which is currently expected to be about 27 days but may be shortened...

Harbor Docks Charities announces Cobia World Championships Mar. 22 – May 5

First ever stand-up paddle board division and new weigh station in Pensacola Cobia fishing’s premier tournament, the Cobia World Championships, is adding a new twist for 2013. The tournament, which has taken place at Destin’s Harbor Docks Restaurant for over 20 years, has partnered with Bote Boards, to introduce a Stand-Up Paddle Board Division. The angler who lands the largest cobia on a paddle board during the tournament will be awarded a new BOTE Board donated by the Destin store....

Walton County fishing report for Feb. 6

Fishing is good! Choctawhatchee Bay: Sheepshead along the causeway has been biting good. Lots of trout and redfish still biting! Remember, speckled trout is still legal to keep. Creeks/river: Shellcracker and bream on the river. Local fisherman Ron Hyden has been reeling in a few nice size crappie near Three Sisters with a couple of crickets. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click...

Tips on keeping up with fishing regulations from FWC

Stay informed with newest saltwater fishing publication Looking for an easy way to get all of your saltwater fishing regulation information in one place? You are in luck. The January – June 2013 Florida Saltwater Recreational Fishing Regulations booklets are on the shelf at many of your favorite bait and tackle stores. Pick up your own copy today but remember, they are only at stores that also sell saltwater fishing licenses. The newest edition has a striking photo of the...

Walton County fishing report for Jan. 30

Fishing is good! Choctawhatchee Bay: Sheepshead along the causeway has been biting good. Lots of trout and redfish, small ones with a few keepers. Creeks/river: Crappie bite has been good for those that have been able to find ’em. Click here for fishing forecast Bay and river report brought to you by Copeland’s. “Where the locals shop and the tourists are welcome.” Click here to find out more about Copeland’s. Copeland’s Gun and Tackle Shop 17290 U.S. Hwy. 331 S...