Authenticity is making a comeback

AUTHENTICITY IS MAKING A COMEBACK By D. Redwine The Only Thing That Ever Worked Was Being Real I’ve been building brands and painting fish for over 30 years now. I’ve seen every kind of marketing trend come and go — the flashy buzzwords, the fake hype, the “next big thing.” But you know what’s always […]
Get the Boat – A Weekend at Tucker’s Treehouse

A Weekend at Tucker’s Treehouse https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5K0jgXE4cPU There’s something about having a boat that turns a simple plan into an adventure. It’s not just about getting from point A to point B—it’s about the freedom, the experience, and the memories you make along the way. That’s why I always say: Get the boat. Recently, Cory and I […]
Get the Boat – Because Life is Better Outside

Because Life is Better Outside There’s a moment—when the engine hums, the sun sets in the distance, and the water stretches wide in front of you—when you realize you made the right choice. Buying a boat might seem frivolous to some. It’s an investment, sure. It takes time, money, and a little effort. But what […]
Why Zoom Calls Suck: Taking Meetings Outdoors

Why Zoom Calls Suck: Taking Meetings Outdoors Let’s be honest: Zoom calls aren’t my thing. I’m the type of person who knows what needs to be done and would rather refine the details, knock the task off the list, and move on. But sometimes, meetings can’t be avoided—especially the kind that involve long-term planning, getting […]
Lionfish Are Bad… But Are We Really Seeing the Whole Picture?

Lionfish Are Bad… But Are We Really Seeing the Whole Picture? Lionfish are bad. We all agree on that, right? They’re invasive, they’re everywhere, and they eat everything. The official story is that a few lionfish were accidentally released in Florida waters, and now they’ve multiplied into an unstoppable reef-devouring army. The solution? Kill them […]
When Partnerships Make a Difference: The 3rd Annual Star brite SeaSafe Clean Water Collective
At Put Me Outside, we thrive on moments when our partners, clients, and the outdoor industry come together for something truly meaningful. The 3rd Annual Star brite SeaSafe Clean Water Collective exemplifies this synergy—an extraordinary project uniting Star brite, Project SeaSafe, Local Knowledge TV, and conservation champions Cory Redwine, Tawny Redwine, and Andy Redwine. Together, […]
Sheepshead Connection: Art with a Purpose for CCA Florida

Sheepshead have always been more than just a fish for me. They’re tied to some of my earliest memories out on the water with my dad and Uncle Max. It was sheepshead that first hooked me – and when Cory, who’s now my wife, caught her first saltwater fish, it was a sheepshead, too. These […]
Going Further with ICAST

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxTg9IW1eZs ICAST is an integral event for the marine industry, offering much more than just sales opportunities. It’s a dynamic hub where industry professionals gather to see the latest innovations and build confidence in the brands they support. This year, one of my key clients, Star brite, will be making a significant impact at ICAST, […]
2023 Bobby Lane Cup Recap

As the 2023 Bobby Lane Cup concludes, we are thrilled to reflect on this exceptional event, dedicated to fostering a passion for fishing among youth and providing educational support. https://youtu.be/kMST5peI138 Educational Pursuits & Angling Passion This year, the Bobby Lane Cup proudly awarded 28 scholarships of $2,000 each and 5 additional $1,000 awards to honor […]
Boat Cleaning Made Simple

Boat Cleaning Made Simple As I look back through old fish pictures and think of the thousands of days I’ve spent offshore in my life so far, I sometimes think “for each of these photos, we had to clean and de-salt a boat.” That’s a lot of boat scrubbing and detailing. Yes, for the better […]
Who is D.Redwine

Who is Derek Redwine, Marine Artist
“Spooky” Inktober Illustrations by D. Redwine

“spooky” Inktober Illustrations by D. Redwine D.Redwine is no stranger when it comes to daily drawing challenges and as always he’s ready to take on any one that pops up whether it be 25 days of Christmas or kicking off the daily sketch for an ENTIRE year challenge. Here’s his 2020 Inktober Daily Challenge Gallery […]
How To Clean Your SeaDek With Jessica Jae

How to clean SeaDek with Jessica Jae One of the most commonly asked questions is “What is the best way to clean SeaDek?” Once your SeaDek pads are installed, they are now like any other surface on your boat and the sun is going to be your biggest enemy, especially down in Florida. Utilizing a […]
Port Canaveral Otherside Tuna Fishing

Port Canaveral’s Yellowfin Tuna Fishing Fishing the other side of the Gulf Stream for Yellowfin Tuna out of Port Canaveral isn’t for the faint of heart. Departing not-so bright and early (around 3am) aboard the Sea Leveler’s Sea Trident, a 40′ Sea Hunter with twin Suzuki 350hp outboard motors, this short video is a combination […]
Castaway Kids

Castaway Kids Tyler Shealey and the crew at Castaway Customs are always looking for ways to help out, not just with the community, but with people and children all over the place. From fundraising efforts after Hurricane Harvey, Irma and Dorian down to sponsoring small fishing tournaments and local events around the Southeast United States […]
Crimping Big Game Hooks

Crimping Big Game Hooks Ali Hussainy from Local Knowledge explains how to crimp big game hooks. Crimping is an integral part of big game fishing where heavier leaders are required to catch larger fish. Once you get above #100 it gets very difficult to tie knots due to the size and stiffness of the leader […]
Connected By Water

Connected By Water https://youtu.be/xRsbZc_H0zE Check out our friend Dennis Friel! His podcast is pretty awesome. Dennis is also a very talented marine artist, trust us if you like fishing you will like him and his family! “At Connected By Water we enjoy celebrating the Christmas Season with our friends. So, who better to invite into the studio […]
Surf Fishing Success

Surf Fishing Success Couture Fishing Co. will be releasing a series of videos on YouTube to help you be more successful on your surf fishing adventures. These videos will focus on species-specific tips, how-to’s, essential products and much more to help you make the most of your days in the surf. For the best pompano […]
Double-O2 Regulars Video

Double O2 Regulars Program Fishing aboard the Ocean Obsession II, based out of Port Canaveral-Florida, you never know what will happen on any given day. Their primary focus is bottom fishing the various reefs and wrecks around the area, but any moment a curious cobia, mahi-mahi, sailfish, tuna or wahoo could swim up to check […]
AFTCO x Böker Fillet Knives

AFTCO X BÖKER FILLET KNIVES AFTCO has just introduced their new lineup of quality fishing fillet knives built to perform and built to last. AFTCO has created this series of 8, 10, and 12-inch fillet knives in collaboration with Böker Germany to deliver premium blades for this series. https://youtu.be/J06pKcoFBC4
Robby Gant, New ERA At AFTCO

ROBBY GANT, NEW ERA AT AFTCO AFTCO TACKLE ENTERS NEW ERA OF PRODUCT FOCUS WITH ROBBY GANT Tackle Brand Manager, Robby Gant, joins the AFTCO family to increase focus on offering dependable, flawlessly performing tackle. As Tackle Brand Manager, Gant will spearhead product development, sales, and tackle operations for our 60+ year old company. After […]
Jason Schratwieser appointed IGFA Acting President

JASON SCHRATWIESER APPOINTED IGFA ACTING PRESIDENT The IGFA announced the resignation of IGFA President Nehl Horton. Horton was elected as the IGFA’s 7th President in September 2017 and spent the last two years modernizing the organization’s business operations and implementing a new strategic plan. “I greatly appreciated the opportunity to serve the IGFA and its […]
Dock Chickens Don’t Give a Cluck.

Dock Chickens Don’t Give a Cluck. Dock Chickens don’t give a cluck! Life on the dock means your diet may need to adjust accordingly. Fiddler crabs, shrimp, and fish are now on the menu for these chickens.
Behind The Scenes – Cory Redwine

Cory Redwine Behind the Scenes This short video gives you a peek behind the scenes with Cory Redwine as she creates a trashy shark masterpiece for a fundraiser. Proceeds from this artwork not only helped support the relief efforts in the Bahamas but is also helping keep Brevard County beaches clean. You can follow Cory […]
Jake vs. Goliath

Jake VS. Goliath Jake, Social Media Manager for BD Outdoors, and his father were in the Port Canaveral, Florida area with a little bit of time to kill and decided they wanted to go fishing. They hopped aboard the All Water Adventures 23′ center console for an afternoon with Captain Adam Sadr in search of […]
Independence Day Marine Art

Independence Day Marine Art Marine Artist Derek Redwine does a series of firework packages for 4th of July weekend. Fresh to Death Bait Company comes to life with these tongue and cheek illustrations. See more of his work by following him on Instagram.
Dorado NASCAR Wrap

Dorado NASCAR Wrap Marine artist, Derek Redwine, creates a one-of-a-kind dorado wrap for Starcom Racing and Superior Essex championship race at the Miami Homestead Speedway. After the race, driver Landon Cassill joins the guys in Key West for a day on the water.
Christmas Themed Illustrations

Christmas Themed Illustrations Marine Artist Derek Redwine does a series of Christmas themed illustrations. Fishing and the Christmas season become one in these illustrations. See more of Derek’s artwork by following him on Instagram.
Custom SeaDek Installation Video

Custom SeaDek Installation Video Castaway Customs teamed up with the guys over at MANG to give their Maverick Master Angler that they use to plant mangroves a facelift. They designed a custom tarpon scale pattern in the cockpit and pinlines on the raised deck area in a totally custom Terra over Olive combo. Andrew was […]
Derek On Shark Fishing

Derek on Shark Fishing One Minute with Derek Redwine: Derek talks about the Shark Tagging Derby and why it’s exciting and beneficial for people of all ages as well as beneficial for the conservation of the species.
Local Knowledge TV

Local Knowledge TV In the world of fishing, the key ingredient for success is local knowledge. If you have not caught this show yet you need it in your life. The show Local Knowledge explores the culture of fishing itself and follows real life characters that spend their lives dedicated to fishing and the outdoors. […]
All Water Adventures Shark Tagging Derby

Shark Tagging Derby The AWA Shark Tagging Derby is in full swing with some really great prizes up for grabs! What’s the catch? a shark! All you have to do is purchase your tagging kit during your shark fishing trip with Sea Leveler, Time & Tide or All Water Adventures, catch a shark, tag & […]
Isla Secas – Panama with Carter Andrews

Isla Secas | Panama With Carter Andrews AFTCO and the crew from BD Outdoors paid a visit to Islas Secas to investigate Panama’s world class saltwater fishery and its red hot mahi mahi action. While the stellar fishing in Panama is no secret, Isla Secas’ remote location tucked away between 16 jungle-cloaked volcanic islands. Derek […]
Jose Wejebe Tribute

Jose Wejebe Tribute On April 6, 2012 the fishing community has lost a great angler, icon, and friend. We are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Jose Wejebe, host of the immensely popular saltwater fishing and fly fishing television show Spanish Fly on the Outdoor Channel. Through his show and his adventures, he shared […]