Celebrating its 65th year the International Convention of Allied Sportfishing Trades – better known as ICAST – heads to Orlando, Fla., and the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) from July 19-22 for the planet’s largest sportfishing trade show. The annual trade show, produced by the American Sportfishing Association(ASA), the national non-profit association that represents the business interests of the sportfishing industry, offers an astounding array of tackle, gear, apparel and accessories. From electronics to kayaks, rods, reels, lures and clothing,…
Read MoreThird-generation Cape Coral, Florida resident, angler and charter captain, James Markovits – or simply Marko, as he’s known by most – possesses a degree of creativity and passion for his work that runs deep. And while that’s not particularly unusual among the generally happy relative few making a living in the fishing industry, Marko’s penchant for fishing and reverence for the marine environment transcends the norm. “We’re all products of our environments, and I’ve been blessed to live my entire…
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