• It wasn’t until the 1970s that catch-and-release took hold. Until then, the more and the bigger the stringer, the better.<br /><i>(FWC archives)</i>
  • Flathead catfish are one of 33 species currently recognized in the Big Catch program, encouraging anglers to fish for a diversity of species and in a variety of habitats.<br /><i>(FWC photo)</i>
  • Logo for the new "TrophyCatch" program.<br /><i>(FWC)</i>
  • Big trophy bass like this one, caught this year on the Kissimmee Chain, are sought by anglers the world over.<br /><i>(Photo courtesy of Stacy Twiggs)</i>
  • This “hawg bass” was released by Jeff Smith in a Polk County lake a few years ago and is one of many listed in the 10-pound club.<br /><i>(FWC photo)</i>