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Growing Up Without Screens Made Fishing Feel Like Magic

May 07, 2025

I’m so thankful I had a childhood before technology took over—back when “wireless” meant a fishing line cast into a quiet lake, not a Wi-Fi signal. We didn’t need apps or filters; we had tackle boxes, tangled lines, and stories that got bigger every time we told them. Fishing wasn’t just about catching something—it was about sitting still, laughing with friends, and watching the water ripple while the world stood still. No notifications, just nature. And maybe a sunburn.

Can You Eat Barracuda and How Does It Taste?

Barracudas have the reputation of being scary fish because they have a mouthful of razor-sharp teeth and have been known to chase divers with those teeth bared. Fishermen will also say that this fish is aggressive, and if you have one on your line, it'll fight like crazy to keep from being reeled in. If you've successfully caught one, you might be asking, can you eat barracuda? After all, you may want to exact some revenge from this difficult fish.

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12 Best Fishing Piers in Outer Banks

These are the best fishing piers Outer Banks has to offer. This guide will show you where to find the greatest fishing in Outer Banks. Catching fish here is almost a sure thing!