Written By: Colin Johnson
On Date: 22/10/2014
During a recent expedition to the South Pacific, angler Jan Forszpaniak caught and released a stud giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis) on September 19th while live baiting along the rich reefs off Aitutaki in the Cook Islands Angler Bob Gaines of Irvine, California, USA, landed a 4.99 kg (11 lb) sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka) on August 20th while fly fishing Alaska’s famed Kenai River. After the fish ate the orange comet fly he was casting...Pacific Bluefin Stocks in Jeopardy
The International Scientific Committee for Tuna and Tuna-Like Species in the North Pacific Ocean (ISC) reports that Pacific bluefin tuna (Thunnus orientalis) stock abundance is precariously low. Pacific bluefin constitute a single Pacific wide stock with spawning occurring only in the western North Pacific Ocean. Some proportion of the stock undertakes long migrations from the eastern North Pacific Ocean to Mexico
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
The Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show is right around the corner and IGFA supporters can get $5 off admission tickets! Attendees will be able to check out all the latest boats, yachts, products, technology, and industry services at one of the largest boat shows in the world. Seven of the finest sport fishing captains will be sharing their tips and techniques in free IGFA School of Sportfishing seminars throughout the show as well. To purchase your tickets at the special promotional rate and check out the seminar schedule...
IGFA School of Sportfishing Tip: Be Prepared with Leader Carts and Kite Line Yo-Yo
One of the most important ways to increase your fishing success is to always be prepared ahead of your fishing day. Professional fishermen understand this concept and take it to heart every time they leave the dock. While observing the weather, tide, moon and other natural conditions is very important, it is just as important to have your tackle pre-rigged and to be ready for any situation that may arise
Tuesday,
Oct. 28
16th Annual IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Oct. 30 - Nov. 2 IGFA School of Sportfishing at the Ft. Lauderdale International Boat Show
Saturday,
Nov. 1
IGFA Observer Training Course
Tuesday,
Nov. 4
IGFA Auction Starts Online
Tuesday,
Nov. 4
IGFA School of Sportfishing: All About Live Bait
Tuesday,
Nov. 4 & 11
IGFA Fishing Day Camp
Tuesday,
Nov. 18
IGFA School of Sportfishing: Bottom Fishing Wrecks & Reefs
Saturday,
Nov. 22
A Night at the Fish Museum: Explore the Hall of Fame After Hours
Saturday,
Nov. 29
Seychelles Great Marlin Race: Victoria, Seychelles
Tuesday,
Dec. 2
IGFA School of Sportfishing: Kite Fishing Techniques
Monday,
Dec. 15
IGFA School of Sportfishing: Wintertime Wahoo
Friday,
Jan. 30
31st Annual IGFA International Auction & Banquet
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