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Hook & Tackle's Best New Hoods to Hang Out In- Fishing Shirts March 23, 2020

You have to try Hook & Tackle's newest collection of Hoodies. Ranked No.1 by Top Fishing pros.  America's Top Fishing Shirt!

These can be worn for fishing, travel, running or simply to hang out in. Offers UPF 50+ Sun protection, quick-dry, odor resistance and pure comfort all day long.

Retail costs start at $40.00 - $50.00 in sizes S-XXL and larger sizes are also available.


With the Corona Virus in the Air...Fishing is Still Open! March 16, 2020

In the midst of a pandemic, people tend to get frustrated. Time for everyone to keep safe and be mindful of one another. Many still want  and need to spend time outdoors, and some good news is "Fishing is not Cancelled". Thanks to Economy Tackle in Sarasota, FL

Please stay safe and mindful of others!!


One Million Dollars of Shark Fins Recently Seized February 10, 2020

 

The recent seizure of more than 1,000 pounds of shark fins in Miami from potentially protected species demonstrates why we need a federal shark fin ban," said Ariana Spawn, an ocean advocate at the nonprofit advocacy group Oceana  as reported by CNN. While it is illegal in the U.S. to cut off a fin from a live shark and discard the rest of the animal, it is not illegal to traffic or trade shark fins in the U.S.

The shark fin soup trade has decimated shark populations. According to a 2018 study, shark populations such as hammerhead and oceanic white tip have declined by more than 90 percent. Furthermore, nearly 60 percent of shark species are now threatened, as reported by CNN. #Hookandtackle is a sponsor and licensee of the University of Miami Shark Research Program and is promoting to protect this species.


With the Corona Virus Upon Us - Fishing is Still Open! January 22, 2020

In the midst of a pandemic, people tend to get frustrated. Time for everyone to keep safe and be mindful of one another. Many still want  and need to spend time outdoors, and some good news is "Fishing is not Cancelled". Thanks to Economy Tackle in Sarasota, FL

Please remain healthy and safe! Wash the hands for 20 seconds!!!


Red Snapper Fishing Season Has Been Expanded in Florida December 10, 2019

 

Recreational Red Snapper Fishing Season Expanded In Florida. Anglers take note: You now have six additional recreational red snapper fishing days to take advantage of this year. ... The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Florida Gov.Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday that this year's season has been expanded.

The decision was made after data gathered by the Gulf Reef Fish Survey, that estimates how much fishing is sustainable.

Private fisherman/recreational anglers can fish for red snapper in the state and fedrral waters, however, chartered or for-hire operators are limited,