How to set up a fishing rod How to set up a fishing rod Beginner tips for fishing in Australia You don't have to be a pro to enjoy fishing but you do need to have the right equipment. When buying your first rod we recommend purchasing from a retailer that employs experienced anglers. by Boat Accessories Australia Posted 17 Jun 04:41 UTC Icom launches the IC-M85E in Australia Icom launches the IC-M85E in Australia An ultra-compact and powerful Marine Handheld with Land Mobile Features The IC-M85E is an ultra-compact and powerful Marine Handheld with Land Mobile Features. It is a perfect solution for communication in commercial environments. by Icom Australia Posted 17 Jun 02:51 UTC Saildrone set to track Alaska red king crab Saildrone set to track Alaska red king crab Very little is known about how recent environmental variability drives crab seasonal movements Fishing industry and researchers team up to track red king crab seasonal movements to provide data vital to keeping the Bristol Bay fishery sustainable in a changing climate. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 16 Jun 14:10 UTC Night patrols on the rise Night patrols on the rise Increased Great Barrier Reef patrols catching out illegal fishing Increased surveillance in the southern Great Barrier Reef means if you fish illegally in no-take green zones you will get caught regardless of the time of day. by GBRMPA Posted 15 Jun 21:00 UTC Shurhold - The bucket, reimagined Shurhold - The bucket, reimagined Technology advances at blinding speed in the boating world Shurhold Industries completely reimagined this invaluable item that belongs on every boat. Made in the USA, it transforms the cleaning process, and how products and tools are stored. by Martin Flory Group Posted 15 Jun 15:17 UTC How to catch more fish with burley How to catch more fish with burley Burleying is an essential technique that every angler should learn Burleying is an essential technique that every angler should learn. Put simply, it's the process of attracting fish using additional forms of bait. by Gary Brown Posted 15 Jun 13:40 UTC Yanmar develops basic technology for robotic boat Yanmar develops basic technology for robotic boat Basic technology with JAMSTEC for auto-navigation robotic boat Yanmar has undertaken development of underlying technologies for robotic boats and auto-docking, technologies that are expected to see service in operations in dangerous waters, maritime surveys, or smart fisheries. by Yanmar Co., Ltd. Posted 15 Jun 05:11 UTC Adelaide Boat Show transport and parking Adelaide Boat Show transport and parking How to get to the Adelaide Convention Centre and Riverbank Precinct The Adelaide Boat Show (28 to 30 June) takes place at the Adelaide Convention Centre, conveniently located at the heart of the City. The Adelaide Riverbank Precinct is a hive of activity and where the City's cultural, sporting, education, medical by AAP Medianet Posted 14 Jun 00:35 UTC Mooring Cleats double as lifting eyes Mooring Cleats double as lifting eyes Accon Lifting Cleats are made from 316 stainless steel Boat decks often seem to bristle with hardware, spoiling the vessel's smooth lines and creating potential tripping hazards. Accon Marine 209 Series Lifting Cleats combine lifting eyes and mooring cleats into a single multipurpose, integrated component. by Martin Flory Group Posted 13 Jun 14:02 UTC NOAA Fisheries supports youth angler engagement NOAA Fisheries supports youth angler engagement Youth introduced to fishing opportunities & sustainability at events About a dozen youth anglers in Alaska's Bristol Bay region are hard at work this week learning about fish habitat, fishery science, resource management, ecology, and land use conservation. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 13 Jun 14:01 UTC Salt Lake City Area Take Kids Fishing Day Salt Lake City Area Take Kids Fishing Day Union volunteers donated their time and expertise to introduce kids to fishing The waters of Fairmont Park Pond were the backdrop for more than 80 young anglers and their families who gathered on June 8, 2019, for the inaugural Salt Lake City Area Take Kids Fishing Day event by Dan Johnson Posted 13 Jun 13:39 UTC Cold water maritime safety campaign Cold water maritime safety campaign A priority safety issue under the Maritime Safety Plan Cold water can have a paralysing effect on muscles and increase the risk of drowning, So if you are heading out on cold water, wear a lifejacket, it could save your life. Stay safe and enjoy your time out on the water! by Eleanor Hillard Posted 13 Jun 05:50 UTC Icom GM800: Now available in Australia Icom GM800: Now available in Australia The GM800 offers the latest in GMDSS functionality in a very user-friendly package The GM800 offers the latest in GMDSS functionality in a very user-friendly package. by Icom Australia Posted 12 Jun 09:41 UTC Anglers aboard at the Adelaide Boat Show Anglers aboard at the Adelaide Boat Show Promising new vessels, the latest rods, tackle and accessories From family runabouts to fishing tinnies, this show presents the best in recreational and serious fishing. If you want real fishing and boating advice with guidance from industry experts, the popular fishing clinics are not to be missed. by AAP Medianet Posted 12 Jun 02:04 UTC Tasmanian winter fishing Tasmanian winter fishing The Island state is going through a very productive time Bluefin tuna are about in abundance and boat anglers fishing the South East corner tell of some wonderful captures with the average fish being around 50kg. by Carl Hyland Posted 12 Jun 01:04 UTC Raymarine Element S Navigation Displays launched Raymarine Element S Navigation Displays launched A fast, powerful, and affordable chartplotter solution for safe navigation FLIR Systems (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today Raymarine Element™ S, a new series of navigation displays for cruisers and sailors. by Raymarine Australia Posted 11 Jun 23:34 UTC Creating complete magic. Not pure evil! Creating complete magic. Not pure evil! In my editorial, Fair Enough... So We Did!, we had a super-brief look at the Nizpro Marine 450S. In my recent editorial, Fair Enough... So We Did!, we had a super-brief look at the Nizpro Marine 450S outboard. So please indulge me now, for what follows on thereafter, has hitherto not been seen... by John Curnow, Editor, Powerboat-World.com Posted 11 Jun 00:43 UTC National Fishing and Boating Week 2019 National Fishing and Boating Week 2019 Engaging with recreational anglers is a top priority To kick off National Fishing and Boating Week 2019, NOAA Fisheries is releasing six region-specific saltwater recreational fisheries engagement plans highlighting where and how our agency will be working to better engage fishermen. by NOAA Fisheries Posted 10 Jun 22:49 UTC McCord mounts All-American comeback McCord mounts All-American comeback In five years of fishing the Illini Division as a boater, McCord has banked four top-10 finishes After putting together bags of 13-11 and 15-3, respectively, on the first two days of the tournament, which was presented by General Tire, McCord brought a limit of 16-3 to the weigh-in stage on day three to win the All-American at just 22 years old. by FLW Fishing Posted 9 Jun 15:09 UTC National Championship Top 10 Baits National Championship Top 10 Baits Julian Suero and Anthony Vintson stuck with black and blue swim jigs Earning the W by the skin of their teeth, the Murray State duo of Adam Puckett and Blake Albertson flipped with a black, blue and purple Reaction Innovations Spicy Beaver. by Jody White and Matt Pace Posted 8 Jun 18:16 UTC