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 Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is stocking 20,000 muskellunge, or muskies, in nine inland lakes this fall for future fishing enjoyment. The Division of Wildlife raises muskellunge at the Kincaid (Pike County) and London (Madison … 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
An abundant 2024 year class of alewives could result in better fishing in Lake Ontario. The recently released 2025 Lake Ontario Spring Preyfish Assessment contains statistics and other information related to alewife abundance. The assessment provides vital data that fisheries … Continued
On June 19, 2025, Aaron Goettsche landed a 42 inch lake trout from Payette Lake, setting a new Idaho state record lake trout in the catch and release category. Goettsche was trolling in about 80 feet of water when the … Continued