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The Latest in Fish-Landing Gear
The right fish-landing gear is the difference between zero and hero, and this gear helps you put fish on the deck.
Live bait restrictions
The Idea of Restricting the Use and Sale of Live Bait Sparks Controversy
A policy to potentially restrict the use and sale of freshwater live bait in US waters sets the internet ablaze.
Large speckled trout caught in Louisiana bayou
Spring Speckled Trout and Flounder Fishing in the Bayou
Every March, an influx of croakers fires up the speckled trout and flounder bite in the marshes of South Louisiana.
Fishing for mahi under kelp
Editorial: Stop the Nightmare
Environmental groups seize a new opportunity to expand no-fishing areas. Here’s how to put a halt to that.

Fishing Boats

2026 Fishing Boat Buyers Guide

Welcome to the Fishing Boat Buyers Guide, now in its 13th edition. Over the past 12 years, we have delivered in these pages highlights from the best fishing-boat builders. This year is no different, with 18 models for inshore, nearshore and offshore fishing.
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Fishing Boat Reviews

Thinking about buying a boat? Salt Water Sportsman is here to help, with an extensive library of fishing boat reviews. The reviews offer every fishing boat model’s specifications, plus a breakdown of the layout, and detailed descriptions of the usability, fishability, and conveniences.
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Game Fish

Saltwater Game Fish

Learn tips and tactics for catching some of the most popular game fish.
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Dolphin

Illustration of a Gulf Flounder

Flounder

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Redfish

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Sailfish

Illustration of a spotted sea trout.

Seatrout

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Striped Bass

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Tarpon

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Tuna

Game Fish

How-To

How-To

Gear

Gear

Travel

Travel

Videos

Saltwater Fishing Videos

Watch and learn the tricks, skills and techniques you need to be a more versatile and successful angler.
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