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Terry Tomalin
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An avid angler, boater and diver, I've been writing about Florida fishing and boating for more than 20 years. I know Florida's waters from top to bottom and I'll tell you how to travel them – always fishing when you can.
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Island Hopping
Island Hopping
August 30, 2011
If you are cruising down the West Coast of Florida, be sure to check out the great boating destinations in and around Tampa Bay. Most of these islands, formed at the end of the last ... more
Shark Fishing Is Great Summer Fun
Shark Fishing Is Great Summer Fun
August 27, 2011
Sharks, like tarpon, could be the next great catch-and-release fishery in Florida. Every angler knows that if you catch a fish and kill it, you've got dinner. But if you let it go, it can ... more
Not Too Late For Summer Tarpon
Not Too Late For Summer Tarpon
August 25, 2011
As a student, journalist and amateur historian, I'm seldom at a loss for words. Pose a simple question, and prepare yourself for an in-depth (some might call it long-winded) answer. Such was the case one ... more
If You Really Want to Catch Fish, Hire a Guide
If You Really Want to Catch Fish, Hire a Guide
August 21, 2011
You have heard that Florida is the Fishing Capital of the World – and with good reason. We have more than 7,700 lakes, 10,550 miles of rivers, 2,276 miles of shoreline and more ... more
Lobster Season in Full Swing in the Florida Keys
Lobster Season in Full Swing in the Florida Keys
August 19, 2011
Lobster lovers are out in force this month since the season opened on Aug. 6. You might hear divers call these creatures “bugs” because both these crustaceans and insects are invertebrates and come from the ... more
Amberjack Fishing Hot and Heavy
Amberjack Fishing Hot and Heavy
August 17, 2011
Offshore anglers had to sit out the months of June and July when it came to one of the top fighters in the Gulf of Mexico. Amberjack, one of the most well-known tackle busters in ... more
Scallop Season in Full Swing
Scallop Season in Full Swing
August 15, 2011
There are advantages to waiting later in the scallop season to search for these tasty shellfish. First, the animals are bigger, which means more meat for the table. Second, most people think the grass beds ... more
'Vandy' Offers a Great Summer Dive
'Vandy' Offers a Great Summer Dive
August 13, 2011
Summer is scuba season in the Florida Keys. You can dive for lobster, watch the coral spawn or drop down on one of the spectacular wrecks that you will find strung throughout the island ... more
Must-Catch Summer Fish
Must-Catch Summer Fish
August 11, 2011
With more than 7,700 lakes, 10,550 miles of rivers and 2,276 miles of tidal shoreline, Florida has no shortage of places to fish. So it is no wonder that the state has produced more than ... more
History of Diving Museum to Celebrate 6th Anniversary
History of Diving Museum to Celebrate 6th Anniversary
August 09, 2011
Florida has long been at the top of the list when it comes to scuba diving destinations. The Florida Keys, with its Shipwreck Trail and miles of coral reefs, attracts divers from all over ... more
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Fishing in Florida
Asked by Marten on February 03, 2012
Q: Hi! I'm from Sweden and I am going to Florida in december with my family. I don't want to book me into something now, but I would like to know what licenses and tickets are needed to be able to fish in Florida, if it suits our plans. I love to fish for everything so I can't say whether it should be fresh or saltwater. I'm not really interested in Big Game fishing. I'm more interested in mullets, bass and that kind of fish. Any suggestions? Is there a guides doing that kind of fishing? Is it possible to rent rods and reels?
A:

As a visitor, you will need a Florida fishing license for both fresh and salt water. Complete information can be found ...read more

Fishing Museums in Florida
Asked by Liz on August 09, 2011
Q: Hi Terry, I've heard there are several fishing museums in Florida. Could you tell me more about them?
A:

Liz,


There are two great museums you should check ...read more

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Shrimping, Crabbing and Other Florida Fishing
Shrimping, Crabbing and Other Florida Fishing
During lobster season,you go armed with a tickle stick and net. When you spot a ... More
Boatless Fishing
Boatless Fishing
A day of pier fishing can be a family outing. If the kids get bored ... More
The Seven T's
The Seven T's
Fishermen should approach every outing with an open mind. An angler may have caught fish ... More
Wade Fishing
Wade Fishing
Wade Fishing ... Watch
A Day on Lake Toho
A Day on Lake Toho
A Day on Lake Toho ... Watch
Destin boating and fishing
Destin boating and fishing
Test your angling ability in Destin, home of Destin Fishing Charters. ... View
Florida Boat Tours and Cruises
Florida Boat Tours and Cruises
Cruise to the barrier islands, accessible only by boat, to watch dolphins in the wild ... More

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