If I was a great white I wouldn’t bite you, but I’d swim right next to you

For Cod's Sake

The science is clear. Atlantic cod populations are at an all-time historic low. The cod fishery, which for generations has supported a way of life in New England’s coastal communities, may be in complete collapse.

It won't be the first time.

Get yourself a copy of Mark Kurlansky's book Cod: A Biography of the Fish that Changed the World.

I’m more worried about whales jumping or the current sucking me down to the point

A toothy Galapagos shark came thrashing violently out of the water a few feet from Oahu-based kayak angler Isaac Brumaghim on Sunday, momentarily startling the experienced waterman. The big fish wasn’t after Brumaghim—it wanted a taste of the kawakawa on the end of his line.

LINK (via:Canoe and Kayak)

Just another day on the water for one of the Aquahunters kayak fishing crew who hold a number of impressive kayak fishing records.

Feeding the Trevally

The trevally version of Robbies.

Ultimate Baitball

Note the GTs.

The Bump-And-Bite

Not always a good idea to be in close proximity to large toothy predators.