September from the Publisher

Brian Floyd brought a skiff to our event at the Lee Civic Center and had an electrical short. The aisle cleared out thinking there was a fire. He commented how HOT the show was...

About 24-hours out, when I saw how bad it was going to be, was when we decided to stay. The sky got dark and the winds got strong, into the safe-room we went...

The US Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin is a versatile, twin-engine, short-range recovery (SRR) helicopter that has been a vital asset to the Coast Guard since its introduction in 1984...

As technology continues to evolve, understanding how to read a compass can be crucial in emergency situations where digital tools are unavailable.

“Eric, we’re cursed.” I told him at the end of our trip the following year.  At this point we’d lost over two dozen tarpon, all but that one throwing the hooks...

 This unique species has adapted to life on the islands of Big Pine Key where it has become an icon of both local culture and environmental conservation...

Most days on the flats fishing in Key West is pretty consistent. I won’t say it’s easy though some days are ridiculously so, but we get our shots and enjoy the day...

Rain beers are the best beers. Actually, that's a lie... shower beers are the best beers. With any luck the heat will dip off a bit this month and I can get back to full days on the water

Bonifacio’s relationship with the sea is inseparable from its identity. The harbor below the cliffs buzzes with yachts and fishing boats, while boat tours offer a unique perspective of the town...

Each bail had to be cut open for a sample which went into a smaller bag, then numbered for proof each bail was contraband...

You can probably guess by the name that this is a species that comes from the Nile River and its tributaries in Africa, but just like every other reptile on earth, some of them have already been found in Florida...

Being a “Street-Entrepreneur” has encouraged college professors to invite me to talk with their business classes about things students may not get out of a modern textbook...

While the Cape Coral Cruise Club was on summer break until September, our members have been busy escaping the Florida heat with adventures both near and far...

As September rolls in, Southwest Florida enjoys that sweet spot between the summer slowdown and the fall flurry. 

A pirate ship in the 1700s was a complex and highly organized floating community, with each crew member fulfilling vital roles to ensure the ship's operation, survival, and success in piracy...

I was just fishing Matlacha Pass when I turned around the way back to the boat ramp was blocked by what turned out to be a very severe thunderstorm... 

What began as a small operation has grown into the number one selling saltwater boat brand in the United States, a testament to their commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

In the quiet war against drag and inefficiency, the bulbous bow is one of the most understated yet powerful tools in a naval architect’s arsenal