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Country star Randy Houser turned a bonefishing trip into an unforgettable experience connecting with Navy SEALs. The Mississippi native now blends his passions at Nashville's new championship bass fishing tournament.
When Arizona student Madilyn Davis wrote "become a world record holder" as a summer goal, even her mom laughed. Months later, one lucky fishing cast made it real.
A Gilbert student wrote "become a world record holder" on her sixth-grade goal sheet. Then she actually did it by catching a record-breaking muskie.
Jeff Kolodzinski will attempt to catch 2,500 fish in one day this weekend, raising funds for veterans and youth programs. His unofficial personal best? An almost unbelievable 3,774 fish in 24 hours.
Trey McKinney just became the youngest Bassmaster Angler of the Year in history, breaking a record Kevin VanDam held since 1992. At just 21, he's showing the world that dedication and patience can pay off in spectacular ways.
Two Massachusetts fishermen battled for three hours to reel in a massive 1,260-pound Atlantic blue marlin, setting a state record and possibly the largest ever caught in the Western Atlantic. The catch happened in waters usually too cold for these giants, making it even more remarkable.
Professional angler Jason Christie just scored his 10th career Bass Anglers Sportsman Society victory at age 52, proving it's never too late for a comeback. He's using his success to teach Cherokee kids about conservation and outdoor recreation.
California is turning conservation into a paid fishing tournament with prizes up to $800 for catching invasive pikeminnow in the Eel River. The two-month derby helps protect native fish while giving 1.7 million licensed anglers a chance to win cash.
A Florida charter captain who taught elementary PE for years reveals the secret to getting children excited about fishing. His advice? Forget trophy catches and focus on fun, short trips that create lasting memories.
Australian cricket icon Merv Hughes is among hundreds of anglers competing in the Daly River's beloved Barra Classic, a fishing tournament that's been bringing people together since 1982. Despite new challenges from floods and hungry sharks, the remote community event keeps drawing competitors back year after year.
A fisherman's first yellowfin tuna turned into a viral lesson about nature's opportunistic side when a crafty sea lion nabbed the catch right off the boat. The video showcases the intelligent behavior scientists call "depredation," where marine mammals have learned to associate fishing boats with easy meals.
Dr. Marnie Lovejoy just became the first woman to chair the Grayling Society, breaking barriers in male-dominated fly-fishing while fighting to save England's rivers. She's using these elegant "canary" fish as early warning systems for pollution and inspiring more women to join the fight.