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OPINION: CAPT. VAN HUBBARD

Serious costs ahead for advanced wastewater treatment We have a serious problem with wastewater treatment. We’re dumping minimally treated sewage into our waterways while burying our heads in...

When everything comes together, almost like the old days: Capt. Van Hubbard

Helene and Milton changed our lives and landscapes. Recovering is hard, slow and expensive. What doesn’t kill us does make us stronger. They hurt most of us profoundly but there is hope and light...

CAPT. VAN HUBBARD: Get on the boat, reflect

September 18, 2025
VAN HUBBARD
Columns, Sports & Outdoors

Despite challenges, we still enjoy special ‘place of paradise’ I understand we will see hotter weather again. I’m enjoying our recent overcast skies and cooler fall-like days. Our Gulf and Bay...

All-time shark week legend: Giant ‘Old Hitler’

As a young high school fisherman, I enjoyed fish legends. Big shark stories just enhanced the adventure and thrills. Everyone from Tampa Bay to Boca Grande Pass had huge hammerhead sharks Old...

Fishing industry trade, from Guy Harvey to Strive rods, Daiichi hooks

Three generations sometimes together I just attended the annual International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades (ICAST) in Orlando. My first observation is, may God help anyone...

Get to Homosassa, Crystal River

Children are out of school. Experience something new together. Options are almost infinite. Of course, cost and time might be factors. We have choices locally and beyond. There are still a few...

A wake of opportunity: Dolphins and the fishing boats they follow

We have a challenge to deal with; dolphin have mastered welfare. Dolphins, aka Flipper, have developed into a significant problem; they have become dependent on us to fish for them. We exhaust...

Calm, clear waters with excellent results, memories

Get the family out this summer Summer is here and it’s hot. We still have great fishing options. Here are some ideas you can consider. First, get out early to beat the heat. Dress with long...

COLUMNS: VAN HUBBARD

Fixing water quality now, still cheaper than reviving dead estuaries How do we tackle water quality? Just like an elephant. One bite at a time. Many things contribute to these problems. It...

COLUMNS: VAN HUBBARD

Stealth the secret, let it enhance your ‘richest’ odds this tarpon season It’s tarpon time here in Boca Grande. Enjoy the action. While silver kings are not the only game in town, it’s...