The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Fisheries Service has selected three community ponds as test sites for a new Backyard Fishing Program. The purpose of this initiative is to create fishing opportunities for kids in easily accessible areas and … Continued
Michigan DNRE fisheries biologists from the Marquette and Alpena Fisheries Research Stations are beginning a new hooking-mortality study on lake trout in Lake Huron and Lake Superior. Biologists have reached an agreement with a number of veteran Lake Superior anglers … Continued
Canadian residents will again be able to sample Ontario’s fishing opportunities, licence-free from July 3-11, 2010. Sponsored by a diverse range of government and non-government organizations, these licence-free periods are designed to remind people of the recreational and economic value … Continued
Provincial fisheries crews will be out on Ontario’s lakes this summer, monitoring lake health and fish populations, and checking for invasive species. The Ministry of Natural Resources request that fishermen do not lift the nets or buoys, and avoid recreational … Continued
Spinning outfits are essential equipment for freshwater fishing. When choosing a rod and reel, there are a variety of factors to be considered. Several factors are important when choosing a reel. Line size and capacity, drags, spools, bearing construction, gear … Continued