Ed Killer

2 months ago | floridasportsman.com | Ed Killer

Forces of nature, hurricanes are one of mankind’s most ferocious threats. They often create a world of trouble for everyone in their path. Sometimes, however, hurricanes surprise us. These giant storms alter coastlines in good ways as well as bad. One phenomenon called by some is the “wild pass.” Simply put, it’s when a storm creates a natural pass or inlet in a barrier island linking a land-locked waterway with a gulf or ocean.

2 months ago | floridasportsman.com | Ed Killer

Mike Kmiotek knew it was time. Owning a 27-footer for seven years, he could hear the voice of JAWS’ Chief Brody urging, “You’re gonna need a bigger boat.”Provide a more comfortable ride for charter fishing clients. Have longer range on runs to the hottest bites. Expanded storage. Greater rod carrying capacity. Easier family excursions to the Bahamas. All were viable reasons for Kmiotek to upgrade to a larger, more fishable, center console.

Nov 2, 2024 | news-journalonline.com | Ed Killer

Blue land crabs typically cross Treasure Coast roadways en masse each fall. Here are five things to know about them:Hole life: They dig holes in mangrove swamps near the water line. Fall commute: The females march to the ocean to drop their eggs each fall. Shrinking numbers: Longtime Floridians remember when they crossed in the thousands. Development and pesticide use have reduced their numbers. Bag limit: You can keep 20 per person from Nov. 1 through June 30.

Aug 31, 2024 | tcpalm.com | Ed Killer

Ed KillerTreasure Coast NewspapersSnook are a favorite Treasure Coast fishing target. Here are five things to know:Two seasons: On the Atlantic coast, it's Sept. 1-Dec. 14 and Feb. 1-May 31. Gulf seasons differ. Size range: You can keep snook that are at least 28 inches but not over 32 inches. Daily bag limit: You can keep one snook per day. Requirement: To keep a snook, you must have a saltwater license ($17) and a snook stamp ($10), unless you're exempt.

Aug 24, 2024 | tcpalm.com | Ed Killer

Ed KillerTreasure Coast NewspapersEvery fall, there is a mass migration of mullet along the Atlantic coast from September until late October. Here are five things to know:Seeing silver: Most of the migration are yearling silver mullet, or white mullet. Jump for joy: Mullet jump for unknown reasons, but during the migration, it's to survive predators. Moveable feast: Predators include snook, jacks, sharks, pelicans and dolphins.