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Mar 2026
Iowa Early Spring Channel Catfish
Soon after ice cover is gone from Iowa lakes, anglers may find opportunities to catch channel catfish as they move close to shore to feed. The bite starts sooner in... READ MORE
17
Mar 2026
Idaho State Record (C&R) Westslope Cutthroat Trout
In February, 2026, angler Kyle Hatrock landed a 27 inch long Westslope cutthroat trout while fishing on Lake Pend Oreille. Hatrock’s fish set a new Idaho state record for the... READ MORE
15
Mar 2026
Lake Superior Chequamegon Bay Whitefish Fishery
The popularity of angling for lake whitefish in the Chequamegon Bay region of Lake Superior has increased in recent years, both through the ice and from a boat, according to... READ MORE
13
Mar 2026
Georgia State Record Longnose Gar
In March 2026, a new Georgia state record longnose gar was caught by angler Silas Turner of Hawkinsville, Ga. Turner landed the record setting gar while fishing on Lake Blackshear.... READ MORE