What's over 8 feet long and can hit 800 pounds? Did we mention you can grab your fishing pole to catch one? There is a size limitation. Florida FWC accepts applications for limited-harvest of goliath ...

When gag grouper opened up on Sept. 1, captain John Gunter noticed the bay was a little busier than normal. “That was probably the most boats I’ve ever seen on the water fishing,” he recalled. “The ...

Gag grouper, red snapper and amberjack seasons were all open, but there was a problem. Despite a forecast that called for good fishing weather, it was rough, forcing many boats to stay nearshore or in ...

Captain Tyler DeGraff was glad he had a seaworthy team fishing with him at the Boca Grande Bottom Blast Fishing Tournament. “I think there were about 20 boats originally signed up. But once the ...

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is accepting applications for the 2026 season to catch goliath grouper in state waters. This unique recreational opportunity is possible through ...