How To Select The Right Fishing Rod And Become A Better Angler
Just as patience and confidence are necessary when fishing, we also need to have the right tools for the job. Let’s start by discussing the basics of the fishing rod.
A Guide to Pompano Season
Make the most of pompano season with tips for catching (and cooking) these tasty but pricey fish yourself.
Enjoy May Activities at Newfield Farm and KC Trails
Newfield Farm will set the scene for community events, including a Mother's Day floral workshop and the Family Farm Picnic & Croquet Classic
Take Aim at a New Hobby with Archery
To master the skill, visit the Oxbow Eco-Center in Port St. Lucie, where you can sign up for the Explore Archery Program
A Simple Step Toward Conservation
Discover one easy way you can make an impact on our local waterways
Making Waves on the Dusky 252 Open Fisherman
When Kyle Sumnicht took more of an interest in offshore fishing, he turned to the Open Fisherman to face the rugged waters of the Gulf Stream
The Noise Per Hook-Up Ratio: A Fisherman’s Evidence
It is a noisy world. But if you think that it’s boisterous on top, try living in the underwater world where sound travels up to five times faster.
Testing New Waters on the Young 27
For Brook Beasley and his wife, Olivia, what began as an impromptu vacation to the
Florida Keys during the 2020 COVID lockdowns unraveled a series...
Protecting the Ocean’s Top Predators
Sharks are crucial to our ecosystems—and we need to stop hurting them and start recognizing them as the allies they are
Second Chances at Equine Rescue and Adoption Foundation
A nonprofit rescue in Palm City offers abandoned and neglected horses a safe haven—and a bright future
Seaweed Revolution Comes to South Florida
Seaweed aquaculture offers potential benefits like alternative biofuel and fertilizers, natural filtering of our waters, and more
Undersea Observations with The Wild Dolphin Project
The local conservation group has been studying the behavior of dolphins for 40 years
Sportfish Season Done Right
High-stakes competition in the Sailfish Capital of the World is underway. Here’s how to make sure your catches survive.
Water Adventures Await
Check out these 10 cool ways to explore the water this summer
Dainel “Dano” Russo’s Best Tips for Freshwater Fishing
Florida offers a diverse fishing experience because of its endless saltwater fishing opportunities to the east, and on the interior, there’s always a freshwater hole with a bass or panfish waiting to be caught.
The World is Her Oyster
Meet Nicolette Mariano, owner of the sole oyster farm on the Treasure Coast
Let the Good Times Roll at Skate City
Whispering Pines Park in Port St. Lucie was repaved to create a smooth surface for roller skating and Skate City debuted in January
5 Steps to Achieve Botanical Bliss
Stuart resident Alisia Kifer offers her expert tips for growing healthier plants
4 Eco-Friendly Habits from the Pros
Practical tips from Treasure Coast residents on how to help the environment by reducing waste in your daily life
Mike Malizia on Perfecting the Putt
Elite golf coach Mike Malizia of NBC’s Golf Channel helps PLAYERS improve their game in Palm City
























