Fall is a good time to try surf fishing. There are many surf fishing locations and species to choose from, but the California surf perch can be good place to start. Here’s why.

"With big fish, I tell anglers to just keep reeling; even if the fish is taking drag, you are slowing it down heavy." — Charter boat Capt. Rob Taylor.

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The Zebco 33 combo fishing rod and reel is an ideal entry-level fishing ... work well for making long casts into the surf from a beach. Long rods are also common for crappie and panfish anglers ...

As the water temp drops, the fishing scene changes in the Indian River Lagoon. Here's where, when and how to take advantage ...

Try your luck catching fish from piers and bridges, atop paddleboards or kayaks, or simply in the surf ... Daily fishing passes include fishing licenses. You can also rent rods and reels on ...

Tropical Storm Alberto and Hurricane Beryl did not favor Galveston Bay this year, causing high amounts of freshwater inflow into the bay system, thus killing the oyster beds. For that ...

Come hear from Byron Stickler, who earlier this year caught a trophy brown trout at Shaver Lake; fishing guide Dick Nichols, ...

Dave Monti holds a master captain’s license and charter fishing license. He serves on a variety of boards and commissions and ...

For decades, first-responder dramas have captivated audiences, and helping that trend continue this fall is Resuce: HI-Surf. The brand-new series helps fill out broadcast ... Meanwhile, Laka, Will and ...

As we move farther into October, we’re seeing some indecision in the tropics with systems forming into storms, but moving off ...