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Marsh Tails Edition #7 – November 2025

Marsh Tails Edition #7 – November 2025

Warm weather tactics, such as fishing topwater lures, continued to produce quality Trout and Reds recently. October arrived with a full on Fall feel and the fish responded. Don’t be afraid to use unorthodox tactics when the right conditions are present.

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2025 HCO Holiday Kickoff

2025 HCO Holiday Kickoff

“The Outdoors Show” Live! Saturday, November 15th, 2025 from 6am-Noon at Hagan Ace Hardware of Callahan. Thousands of dollars in grand prizes and giveaways! Register now!

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Marsh Tails Edition #6 – October 2025

Marsh Tails Edition #6 – October 2025

September brought cooler weather and lower water temps, improving the fishing conditions after the summer heat. Nor’easters and offshore storms made fishing tough, but the start of the annual mullet run sparked strong fall action. Redfish were abundant, flounder steady, and trout numbers rose with the dropping water temperatures.

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Marsh Tails Edition #5 – September 2025

Marsh Tails Edition #5 – September 2025

Fishing in our favorite North Jacksonville creek systems slowed a bit with the intense heat and storms of August, so we changed our routine a bit to stay on the fish. We switched back to some of the familiar waters from our successful spring trips and found plenty of quality fish to make our trips worthwhile.

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Marsh Tails Edition #4 – August 2025

Marsh Tails Edition #4 – August 2025

The August dog days of Florida summer are upon us – which means the fish are biting but extreme heat and pop-up thunderstorms are frequent. Tru Luvin Fishing and Hagan Coastal Outfitters examine some basic summer kayak & fishing safety tips for the Florida outdoor enthusiast!

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Marsh Tails Edition #3 – July 2025

Marsh Tails Edition #3 – July 2025

Get the July 2025 ‘March Tails Edition #3’ fishing report from Hagan Coastal Outfitters. Discover tips for inshore saltwater fishing in NE Florida, including lure choices and conservation.

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Marsh Tails Edition #2 – June 2025

Marsh Tails Edition #2 – June 2025

Fishing was really good in May but…that sure escalated quickly. Record breaking heat in May fast forwarded the fishing calendar and water temperatures from Spring to Summer in a flash. Thankfully the fish are still adjusting and have continued to eagerly feed.

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Stylish Sunglasses Trends for Men and Women

Stylish Sunglasses Trends for Men and Women

Living in the Sunshine State means year-round outdoor adventures like hunting, paddleboarding, fishing, surfing, kayaking and cycling. It’s essential to have stylish sunglasses that provide protection from the sun and elevate your overall look. That’s why we’re here to discuss the latest trends in sunglasses for both men and women.

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