Lake Champlain is famous for its trophy class fisheries. In recent years, the lake has produced numerous outstanding fish. In June 2025, 10-year-old Grayson Carey of Colchester set a new Vermont state record for freshwater drum while competing in the … Continued
In February 2026, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) issued an update on the Hudson River’s Atlantic striped bass Juvenile Abundance Index (JAI) survey and ongoing collaborations on management of this important fishery. The survey determined poor … Continued
The North Dakota Game and Fish Department (NDGFD) recently announced that a new North Dakota state record has been set for tiger trout. On January 4, 2026, angler Evan Trottier caught a 6 pound, 2 ounce tiger trout while ice … Continued
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) recently recognized a new state record for longnose gar. On December 30, Indiana resident Justin Brown caught the record-setting gar on the Ohio River using a jigging spoon. The fish weighed 23 pounds, … Continued
Based on feedback from angler surveys, the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is making changes to the state’s put-and-take trout stocking program. Enhancements will include a 26% increase in stocked trout, monthly schedule, and allocation adjustments. Adjustments to trout … Continued