St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park, which boasts a 4.2-mile-long kayak trail. Photo courtesy of iStock

The Untamed Beauty of Florida’s State Parks

When developers came for our state parks, locals pushed back. Now it’s time for us to appreciate what we saved.
The Pursuit S 328. Photo by George LaBonte

Aboard the Pursuit S 328

Before Robert Neher returns to Grand Bahama to entertain guests at his fly-fishing lodge, he’s relaxing aboard his Pursuit S 328.
Captain Ramsey Hayes with a fresh catch. Photo by George LaBonte

Catch and Release Snook with Care

As snook migrate to our local waters in great numbers to spawn this summer, be mindful of how you handle them
The Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis is an 80-mile trek from the Bahamas to Florida. Photo by David Scarola

Countdown to the Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis

Paddlers get ready to take to the ocean for an 80-mile journey of endurance—and hope—during the ninth annual Crossing for Cystic Fibrosis
Jupiter resident Will Claunch showing off a bull dolphin caught last May. Photo by George LaBonte

May is for Reeling in Dolphinfish

Take advantage of dolphinfish's spring migration along the South Florida coast and catch yourself a dolphinfish with these tips
Rachel Brewton collecting seaweed from local waters. Photo courtesy of Rachel Brewton

Seaweed Revolution Comes to South Florida

Seaweed aquaculture offers potential benefits like alternative biofuel and fertilizers, natural filtering of our waters, and more
Celebrate Earth Day appreciating nature at Jonathan Dickinson State Park. Photo courtesy of AdobeStock

Two Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Locally

There are many ways you can show the planet some love on Earth Day, including two local events that bring the fun outdoors
Visit sea turtle patients at Loggerhead Marinelife Center's outdoor hospital. Photo courtesy of Loggerhead Marinelife Center

Take a Walk on the Wild Side in the Palm Beaches

Head to Manatee Lagoon, Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, and Loggerhead Marinelife Center during Wild in the Palm Beaches Tours through April 27

Q&A with Angler Tracey LaBonte

When it comes to reeling in the big catch, strength is a lot less important than technique.
With the right approach (and gear), Florida pompano can easily be caught from shore during migratory season, now through April. Photo by George LaBonte

A Guide to Pompano Season

Make the most of pompano season with tips for catching (and cooking) these tasty but pricey fish yourself

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