The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) announced that conditions in Lake Murray could result in a striped bass die off in the coming few weeks. As of Aug. 22, more than 800 striped bass ranging from 18 to … Continued
USGS scientists have detected toxins known as microcystins produced by various forms of algae in 39 percent of the small streams assessed throughout the southeastern United States. Their recent study looked at 75 streams in portions of Alabama, Georgia, North … Continued
In June, Charles Earp of West Columbia, SC set a new South Carolina state record for white catfish. The 12-pound 2.9 oz catfish was caught on June 23, 2014 on Lake Murray, using a bait dip and treble hook. The … Continued
A new reciprocal freshwater fishing license agreement between Georgia and South Carolina went into effect July 1. The agreement allows anglers to fish on border waters with a valid fishing license from either state. Border waters include the Chattaooga River … Continued
In February, 2012, a fisherman caught a monster catfish while trotlining in South Carolina’s Lake Moultrie (part of the Santee Cooper reservoir system). Weighing 136 pounds, 6 ounces and 56 inches in length, it is the largest blue catfish ever … Continued