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September 5, 2026

Only one blue marlin was brought to the docks during the five tournaments that made up the 2007 S.C. Governor’s Billfish Series. The rest were released.

Governor’s Cup still on top

Jeff Dennis

The S.C. Governor’s Cup Billfishing Series recently completed its 19th season. […]

Circle hooks (left) almost always snag a fish in the corner of its mouth, allowing for much easier removal than a “J” hook (right), and a better overall chance for the survival of any fish that is intended to be released.

Let “the circle be unbroken”

Jeff Dennis

Circle hooks are becoming a hot tackle item, because they offer a better chance for fish to be released alive. […]

Sailfish are becoming a more common sight in South Carolina waters, with fishermen beginning to pay attention to their comings and goings — as well as the various ways of getting them to bite.

Sailfish drawing more attention

Jeff Dennis

One of nature’s phenomena occurs in our offshore waters in September, October, and sometimes even into November. […]

Deanne Huebner shows off a 3-1/2-pound flounder caught in the Carolina Lady Anglers Club’s annual “Fishing for a Cure” tournament. She was the winner of the flounder division in 2006.

It’s a real “girl thing” for CLA

Jeff Dennis

This Lowcountry fishing club isn’t unique because it promotes the sport of fishing, but because of its all-female membership. […]

Spanish mackerel is a popular saltwater gamefish that is easily accessible during the summer to fishermen in boats, on piers, jetties and even in the surf. Just make sure to match the size and color of your lures to the baitfish on which Spanish are feedi

Spanish definitely spoken here

Jeff Dennis

Saltwater fishing is seldom better than in July, with water temperatures warm enough to please all fish. […]

False albacore, like this one caught off Charleston by Dave Kurtz, are equipped with a small swim bladder, allowing them to move throughout the water column without adverse effects.

Finding fish under pressure

Jeff Burleson

Since the beginning of time, creatures of all shapes have roamed the earth by land and sea. […]

Enjoy your fishing experiences and pass them on to novices, but anglers should remember not to crowd other anglers who are experiencing a good day on the water.

Fish still have the edge over us

Jeff Burleson

Usually, fish are an angler’s main opponent (if you disregard sweltering temperatures, nuisance insects and other elemental encumbrances such as thunderstorms, lightning and angry wives). […]

Making the right decisions before going fishing usually will be the keys to a successful day on the water.

Fishing seen as a pop quiz

Jeff Burleson

Fishing is dependant on correctly answering a single question, starting with the commonly used adverb why. […]

Jim Pridgen of Lumberton, N.C., was prepared for winter striper fishing because he was dressed warmly.

A dunk more costly than two points

Jeff Burleson

Spring, summer and fall attract anglers and boaters to the bodies of water throughout the state. […]

Sometimes, artificial lures work better than natural bait.

Will you catch more fish with natural bait, or artificial lures?

Jeff Burleson

Many anglers have differing views on whether they can catch more fish by using natural bait or artificial lures. Sometimes, the answer isn’t as clear-cut as you’d think. […]