All Our ShopsGun Shop

Common Florida Duck Hunting Violations and How to Avoid Them

August 31, 2026

By Will Deem, Firearms Instructor Duck season is upon us once again.  And, like last year, there will be new hunters who have never carried a shotgun afield, and pursued game.  They will be eager, excited and possibly inexperienced.  This being the case, what can a good hunter do to enhance their enjoyment and still […]

Read More >


BackpackingCamping

Eureka! SPRK+ Camp Stove Review: Is It Best for Car Camping & Emergency Prep?

August 24, 2026

By Maria Luescher, Accounts Payable/Office Manager Forget bulky, complicated camp stoves that take up half your packing space. The Eureka! SPRK+ stove has sparked a revolution in portable cooking, proving that great meals can come from a compact, easy-to-use package. If you’re a car camper, van-lifer, or backyard adventurer looking for a hassle-free cooking solution, […]

Read More >


All Our ShopsGun Shop

Muzzleloader Basics: Flintlocks, Loading, and Black Powder Hunting

August 17, 2026

Will Deem, Firearms Instructor, Bill Jackson’s Shop for Adventure I built my first black powder rifle after watching the movie Jeremiah Johnson starring Robert Redford. I instantly fell in love with the “Hawken” style plains rifle and the entire world of black powder shooting. In the movie, Redford’s character carried a “cap and ball” percussion […]

Read More >


All Our ShopsKayaking

Native Watercraft Slayer Propel 10 LTE Review: The Lightweight Pedal Fishing Kayak Built for Florida Waters

August 10, 2026

By Jeff Lipscomb, Kayak and Paddleboard Manager This is one of my favorite pedal fishing kayaks. It makes owning a pedal fishing kayak a real option for so many more people because of its size and weight. The Native Watercraft Slayer Propel LTE is a 10-foot, lightweight pedal fishing kayak designed for effortless transport and […]

Read More >


All Our ShopsFishing

Florida Spiny Lobster Season: Dates, FWC Rules & Hunting Gear

August 3, 2026

By Tiffany Johnson, Dive Shop Manager The spiny lobster season in Florida represents far more than a simple window for marine harvesting; it is a profound cultural phenomenon, an economic powerhouse, and a rigorous test of environmental management. Every year, as midsummer approaches, thousands of recreational divers, commercial trappers, and maritime enthusiasts converge on the […]

Read More >


All Our ShopsMetal Detecting

Metal Detecting Tips: How to Recover Targets the Right Way

July 27, 2026

By Brant Bowers, Camping Department Manager, Bill Jacksons You have been swinging the coil of your MineLab or Garrett metal detector back and forth for a while. Finally, a solid high pitch tone is heard in your headphones. A target has been found, and you now must extract it from the ground. One may think, […]

Read More >


All Our ShopsFishing

The Best Bass Fishing Lures for Florida Freshwater: A Complete Guide from Bill Jackson’s

July 20, 2026

By: Saxon Graham, Fishing For anglers who love chasing largemouth bass, peacock bass, and other freshwater gamefish, having the right lure can make all the difference between a slow day on the water and a trip to remember. At Bill Jackson’s Shop for Adventure, we’re always looking for ways to help anglers maximize their success, […]

Read More >


All Our ShopsPaddleboards

How to Choose the Right SUP Paddle for Your Paddling Style

July 13, 2026

By Brent Long, Paddleboard Specialist at Bill Jackson’s Shop for Adventure Your stand-up paddleboard (SUP) is only half the story; the other is the paddle. Far from being a simple stick with a blade, a SUP paddle is a highly engineered tool designed to maximize your efficiency and enjoyment on the water. The right paddle […]

Read More >


All Our ShopsFishingScuba Diving

Plan your 2026 Gulf Coast scalloping trip: Zones, dates, bag limits, gear, and conservation tips from Bill Jackson’s dive team.

July 6, 2026

By: Tiffany Johnson, Dive Shop Manager, Bill Jackson’s Every summer, a unique kind of treasure hunt transforms the shallow, sun-drenched grass flats of Florida’s Gulf Coast into a vibrant playground. It is not quite fishing, and it is more active than a standard day at the beach. Scalloping is the Gulf coast underwater Easter egg […]

Read More >


All Our Shops

PARKIT Chairs: The Limited-Edition Old Glory colorway

June 29, 2026

By Melissa Damel, Bill Jacksons Store Manager Red, White, and Blue Comfort When you look back at your favorite summer memories, certain elements always stand out. You think of fireworks cracking over a glassy lake, the hiss of a cold beverage opening, and the feeling of absolute freedom that comes with an open-ended day outdoors. […]

Read More >


OWNED AND OPERATED BY THE JACKSON FAMILY SINCE 1946