A fish die-off involving the species gizzard shad occurring in southeast Michigan is a natural event due to harsh winter weather conditions and a large year-class, according to the state’s Department of Natural Resources and Environment. The department received reports … Continued
A yellow bullhead, caught on Dec. 17, 2010, set a new Florida state record for the species, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) biologists. Tom Flynn of Homosassa was fishing with minnows he had caught at a … Continued
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is offering a 2011 Winter Steelhead Guide. The guide offers the novice steelhead angler an overview of where and when to fish during the upcoming winter steelhead season. For the more experienced angler, … Continued
Two Nova Scotians have landed lifetime passes to enjoy world-class fishing and hunting in the province. The departments of Natural Resources and Fisheries and Aquaculture announced on Dec. 17 2010, that Scott Johnson of Musquodoboit Harbour and John Webber of … Continued
Columbia River anglers who fish for salmon and steelhead will not be required to switch to barbless hooks next year, but state fishery managers are asking them to do it voluntarily. “Going barbless only makes sense in these fisheries where … Continued