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09/16/2026

How often does a straightforward spinning combo sweep both Anglers’ Choice and Best of Show at ICAST?[1][5][10]

The Rhino 30 6’6” 2pc Medium Spinning Combo just did it at the world’s largest sportfishing trade show, pairing an ultra-durable rod with a smooth, well-sealed reel that’s built for everyday anglers.[1][3][4]

Would you trust this as your primary combo, or is it more of a backup/beater setup in your lineup? Curious what you all think—does this kind of award-winning “everyman” gear change how you look at your tackle choices?

Read the full story here: Rhino Rod & Reel Combo Crowned Anglers’ Choice at ICAST 2026[11]

Rhino 30 6’6” 2pc Medium Spinning Combo sweeps top honors at the world’s largest sportfishing trade show.

09/04/2026

Never thought I’d see fly-fishing gear turned into legit streetwear, but this Db x Purple Mountain Observatory collab actually goes hard. They’ve taken technical fly-fishing equipment – think modular vests, rugged bags, smart pocket layouts – and flipped it into a slick, outdoor-ready system that makes just as much sense on a city street as it does by the river.

Is this the kind of functional fashion you’d actually wear, or does it feel too niche? I’ll drop the article in the comments if you want to check it out.

Db and Purple Mountain Observatory’s new collection mixes technical fly-fishing equipment with street-ready outdoor design

08/31/2026

Never thought a fly-fishing fashion collab would show up on my 2026 bingo card, but Db x Purple Mountain Observatory just did exactly that. Their new “Gone Fishing” collection mixes true technical fly-fishing gear with street-ready outdoor design, so it looks just as at home in the city as it does on the river. Would you actually wear angling gear as everyday outerwear, or is this a step too far? I’ll drop the article link in the comments if you want to check it out.

Db and Purple Mountain Observatory’s new collection mixes technical fly-fishing equipment with street-ready outdoor design

08/28/2026

Helene didn’t just blow through WNC—it reshaped our rivers, our insect life, and the future of trout and fly fishing in the mountains[5][12][13]. This new Citizen Times photo essay walks the banks of our local streams, capturing scoured channels, altered bug hatches, and what all of this means for guides, shops, and everyday anglers[5][8][13]. If you fish these waters—or just care about our mountain ecosystems—how have you seen Helene’s impact on your home river or favorite creek[6][15]? Drop a comment with what you’re seeing and what you’re hopeful for as these fisheries rebound[5][15]. Read the full story in the Citizen Times photo gallery[8].

A look at how Hurricane Helene altered Western North Carolina waterways, insect populations and the region's fly fishing industry.

08/27/2026

Nearly a quarter of stranded pilot whales in Hawaiʻi were found with pounds of plastic ropes, netting, fishing gear and bags packed inside their stomachs[1]. A new 13-year study from UH Mānoa drives home how directly our trash is ending up inside these animals[1].

If the whales are already carrying our plastic, what responsibility do we have on land and at sea? Would this change how you fish, use plastic, or show up for cleanups?

A new study by University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers shows that nearly 23% of short-finned pilot whales that stranded over 13 years in the main Hawaiian Islands ingested several pounds of plastic ropes, netting, fishing ...

08/25/2026

Heads up, Florida outdoor folks: the state’s next (and final) sales-tax holiday of 2026 is all about hunting, fishing, and camping gear, running Sept. 1 through Dec. 31.[1][2][13]

Qualifying items include everyday essentials like tents, rods and reels, bait and tackle, sleeping bags, portable hammocks, camping stoves, lanterns, flashlights—and even fi****ms, am******on, bows, crossbows, and accessories—up to certain price limits.[2][7][14][15]

If you hunt, fish, or camp, what’s on your tax-free wishlist this fall—and do you have any gear recommendations the rest of us should check out?

Florida's 2026 sales tax holiday on hunting, fishing and camping supplies will run from Sept. 1 through Dec. 31.

08/18/2026

The charter captain is so cool.

Episode 1 from the girls fishing trip is out now! This was an amazing day of fishing and laughs.
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08/09/2026

Life on the Water in Hernando Beach
Hernando Beach, Florida, is not your typical beach town—and that is exactly what makes it special. There is no crowded boardwalk or high-rise strip here. Instead, this is a relaxed canal-front community where the waterways are part of everyday life and the Gulf of Mexico is just beyond the channel.

For boat owners, kayakers, anglers, and anyone who enjoys being outside, Hernando Beach offers a true Florida Nature Coast lifestyle. Many homes line the canals, where boats are tied behind the house, neighbors wave from docks, and a sunset cruise can start right from the backyard. The community’s canal system connects residents and visitors to Gulf waters, making boating, fishing, paddleboarding, and waterfront dining a regular part of life.

The Hernando Beach Flats
One of the local favorites is the Hernando Beach Flats—often referred to as the sandbar. Located just outside the canal system, this shallow-water destination is where boaters gather to anchor, wade, relax, paddleboard, fish, and enjoy the open Gulf views. Depending on the tide, water across the Flats can range from roughly 2 to 4 feet deep, creating a great setting for a laid-back day on the water.

The Flats are accessible by boat, jet ski, or kayak. Boaters typically leave through the Hernando Beach channel, follow the marked route, and enter near Marker 25. Because the water can become extremely shallow and conditions change with the tide, it is important to stay in marked channels, check tides and weather, and use local navigation knowledge—especially for first-time visitors.

A Boater-Friendly Community
The Hernando Beach Public Boat Ramp is a major hub for the community, offering four launch lanes, courtesy docks, restrooms, trailer parking, and around-the-clock access to Gulf waters. It is a practical launch point for a fishing trip, a day at the Flats, or an evening cruise.

The lifestyle here is simple: launch the boat, idle through the canals, head toward the Gulf, and decide whether the day calls for fishing, exploring, relaxing at the sandbar, or catching a sunset. The area’s extensive seagrass beds, flats, bays, and coastal waters also make it an important natural environment—so responsible boating matters. Hernando County advises boaters to carry required safety equipment, observe no-wake areas, and avoid damaging seagrass beds.

More Than a Destination
Hernando Beach is a community for people who want their days to feel connected to the water. It is for the early-morning fisherman, the family on a pontoon boat, the kayaker exploring quiet shallows, the neighbor enjoying dinner by the canal, and the visitor who discovers that a day at the Flats can turn into a favorite Florida memory.

Hernando Beach may not have a traditional sandy shoreline—but it has canals, Gulf access, waterfront character, a strong boating culture, and a sandbar lifestyle that keeps people coming back.

08/08/2026

A Florida beach walk can turn into a lesson in stewardship.

Sand dollars are one of the most exciting finds along the Gulf Coast—particularly on beaches such as Bowman’s Beach on Sanibel Island, where the island’s unique shoreline naturally channels shells ashore.

But a great beach find comes with responsibility.

Living sand dollars are part of the marine ecosystem and should remain exactly where they are found. They are usually purple or reddish, covered in tiny moving spines, and distinctly different from the smooth, white sand dollars many people collect as keepsakes. In Florida, removing living marine life, including live sand dollars, is against the law.

For anyone planning a shelling trip, early mornings and low tide can offer the best opportunity to spot naturally washed-up, non-living specimens. Just as important: check local county and municipal rules before collecting anything.

The broader takeaway applies well beyond the beach: enjoy the resource, understand its value, and leave it better than you found it.

Have you ever found a sand dollar—or do you have a favorite Florida Gulf Coast beach for shelling?

08/07/2026

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