Could we someday have a Bassmaster Classic on Georgia’s Lake Lanier? Emil Wagner hopes so — and here’s how he’d attack that likely smashfest at home.

Casa Vieja Lodge in Guatemala is always exceptional, but on March 1st, 2026, their catch numbers were simply off the charts. Nine boats released over 500 sailfish (not a typo). When are you going?

The fishing at Casa Vieja Lodge in Guatemala is world-famous for good reason, but you won’t have to suffer at the table to experience it. They keep guests well-fed with incredible and varied food.

Casa Vieja Lodge was already a five-star experience but now they’ve added new rooms and expanded the pool, producing more capacity and an even better time onshore.

We didn't let a little ground transportation snafu mess up the best billfish numbers trip of a lifetime -- and we learned some lessons along the way.

Carl Vicars shows you firsthand how wild it can get at Casa Vieja Lodge. From sailfish quads to marlin, February 2026 was the trip of a lifetime.

On our February 2026 trip to Casa Vieja Lodge, 16 anglers fishing on four boats for 3 days caught nearly 400 sailfish — plus a handful of bonus marlin. Simply one of the best billfisheries in the world.

Our friends Oliver and Riley Ngy continue to push the boundaries of fishing – and proving why Southern California remains a fantastic place to chase trophies of just about every stripe. Now they’re after lobster and octopus.

Experience multi-species guided fishing in Argentina. Target dorado, pirá pitá, and pacú on our hosted trips with top guides, luxury lodging, and local cuisine.

We want to go back to Baja California Sur to experience its riches, from roosterfish fishing to whale watching, tacos, tequila, and beach camping.

Start 2026 with key fishing and travel news—from Alaska and Bristol Bay to Panama and Bolivia. Get updates, trip insights, and gear tips from Half Past First Cast.

Go behind the scenes of a 4-day, 3-night liveaboard fishing trip aboard the Caliente in Cabo San Lucas — cabins, crew, tight quarters, big fish and unforgettable memories.

Join the Robbins crew as Half Past First Cast previews their 2026 fishing adventures — from Bristol Bay Alaska to Guatemala, Panama, Bolivia, Argentina and more. Limited hosted trip spots available for 2026–2027.

The remoteness of Mexico’s Magdalena Bay is a big part of what maintains the fertile fishery — here’s how to get there with a minimum of stress and time on the road or in the air.

Planning a fishing trip to Bolivia? From the surreal Uyuni Salt Flats to the vibrant streets of La Paz and the wildlife of Madidi National Park, here are our favorite things to do in Bolivia beyond the water—perfect for anglers, explorers, and anyone craving adventure or culture.

Thinking about a liveaboard fishing trip? Learn the pros, cons, questions to ask, and why our Mag Bay adventure delivered world-class striped marlin action.

See how Duncan Maccubbin fished Lake Picachos in November 2025 using Carolina rigs, jigs, and swimbaits. Get lure tips, guide insight, and book your Anglers Inn trip.

Planning to surprise an angler with a fishing-trip gift? Discover the essential questions to ask — from timing and budget to gear and travel companions — so your gift becomes the trip of a lifetime.

After years of dreaming and near misses, I finally caught my first marlin in Magdalena Bay. The fight, the obsession, and the start of a new billfish journey.

Experience Hotel Mar y Arena in Puerto San Carlos—authentic Old Mexico, incredible seafood, and a vibrant angler’s clubhouse steps from world-class Mag Bay fishing.