This tarpon fisherman off Marco Island in Florida got up close and personal with his quarry after one decided to launch directly between his center counsel and his face. All manner of unbelievable stories happen while out fishing, good thing they had a GoPro rolling or this would have ended up being another suspect angling tale:

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....