Thanks to a reader's comment, we are running a basic saltwater fishing column. "Most of your columns assume a certain level of expertise that is way above the beginner or novice level," said the ...

To start surf fishing all you need is a small box of tackle, a long fishing rod, and a surf fishing reel. Just because it’s simple, doesn’t mean surf fishing is easy. Surf anglers face a daunting list ...

When nearshore water temperatures reach their summertime peaks, species such as striped bass, big bluefish, and red drum leave the surf until the fall. What many surf anglers don’t realize, however, ...

You still might find the water temperature a little chilly if you decide to dip more than your toes in the water if you head to the beach on one of these warm spring days. But you might forget about ...