In early October, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced that stocking of catchable trout for the fall season would be delayed until water temperatures are more suitable for the trout. Unusually warm weather in Illinois this fall has … Continued
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) recently announced that its popular Tennessee Angler Recognition Program (TARP) is closing in on a milestone, approaching 10,000 entries from anglers who have recorded trophy-sized catches in waters of the State. TARP launched in … Continued
Among the notable catches of the 2025 Vermont fishing season were several black bass that weighed 7 pounds or more, according to Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department (VFWD). A smallmouth bass caught by Andrew Oestringer tipped the angler’s personal fishing … Continued
Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) recently certified a new Kansas state record blue catfish. In May 2025, Daniel Mayer caught the record setting 121.1 pound blue catfish. The monster fish measured 59.75 inches in length. Mayer caught the … Continued
In July, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced a new state record brook trout. On July 5, 2025, Benjamin Ferguson, caught a six pound three ounce brook trout from the St. Regis Canoe Area. The fish … Continued