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NEWS FROM THE BAHAMAS For the Bahamas, the past two years have brought a good deal of negative press regarding new and proposed fishing regulations and rules in the Bahamas. And while it appeared that calmer heads were prevailing after many months of controversy, we regret that the most recent draft — albeit...

WORKING WITH REWARD MILES For all of our frequent fliers out there who may be purchasing flights with reward points or frequent flier miles, travel insurance is still an option. In some unique cases, a plan may include a specific benefit dedicated to covering the cost of redepositing the miles or rebooking fees,...

THE SOUL OF THE SMITH Today, our friends at American Rivers premiered this video about what, for many Montanans and conservation advocates, has become an area of great concern. Montana’s renowned Smith River is threatened by a proposed underground copper mine along and underneath Sheep Creek, one of its major headwaters tributaries. If...

THOUGHTS ON AN ABACO PERMIT That was some permit you recently caught at the Abaco Lodge! Ian: Yes, it was my largest by a long shot. I was lucky enough to land a 25-pounder this past summer and did not think I would ever top that. How big was it? Ian: Unfortunately (or...

EXPERIENCE NEW ZEALAND’S LEGENDARY FISHING We know that there are so many things to do in New Zealand, and that, sometimes, fishing for two consecutive weeks just is not possible. And although we love New Zealand for the legendary trout fishing it has to offer, we also cherish the country for its world-class...

NEWS FROM BELIZE We welcome the latest announcement on Leonardo DiCaprio’s proposed Blackadore Caye development in Belize with cautious optimism, and are keen to see if it indeed proves out. History shows it’s easy to say one thing and do another. Here’s the latest, from Bruno-Manser-Fonds: Hollywood actor’s luxury resort plans in Belize...