Florida Sportsman May 2023 Issue

Kayak Special

Paddle or pedal your way to epic days of kingfish, tarpon, peacock bass, and more! PLUS new boats and gear.

More in the May 2023 Issue

Waterworld By Steve Dougherty
Enjoy Crystal River with a little extra convenience and comfort.

Channeling Tarpon By Pat Ford
From the Keys, modern strategies for catching silver kings in deep water.

Everyman’s Big Game By Doug Kelly
Amberjack have it all: Size, fight, table quality—and reliability.

Arrive Alive By Blair Wickstrom
"Don't Drink & Drive" applies to boaters too. Take the Sober Skipper Pledge!

Choose Your Illusion By Rick Ryals
Part one of a three-part tutorial on offshore fishing lures.

Salty Frog By Brenton Roberts
Why the hollow-body frog is an excellent fresh-to-salt crossover.

Thread Your Bait For Surf Success By Blair Wickstrom
Use Magic Thread to fasten shrimp and other baits securely to the hook.

Dragonfly Slayer By John Kumiski
Florida bass go wild for these chunky insects whose life cycle revolves around the water.

Pre-Season Tracking Practice By Tim L. Lewis
Spring and summer is the time to hone your Florida game-finding skills.

Beach (Mal)nourishment By Breanna Lewis
The environmental consequences of Florida’s fight against beach erosion.

Yellowfin Rice Bowl by Maggie Rosaine
Seared ahi shines with wasabi-spiced ricotta.