Tweet Larry Kurrus fishing for catfish. I’ve been catching fish for more than 60 years, and I’m always looking for something new to try. Whether you’re new to fishing or “seasoned” such as myself, here are a few things you … Continue reading →
Tweet Fishing is one of Florida’s favorite outdoor activities. However, fishing line and other tackle can cause problems when they enter Florida’s aquatic environment. Monofilament is the most common type of fishing line and is not biodegradable, lasting up to … Continue reading →
TweetHave you seen any of these before? Do you know what they are called, how to use them and what you can typically catch with each of these? Visit the Department of Game and Fish on Facebook to let us know the … Continue reading →
Tweet No matter how good a rod you’re using, no matter what brand of line is on the reel, no matter what you paid for that lure, it all meets the fish at only one point—the hook. Knowing the right … Continue reading →
TweetOne of the broadest generalizations used to group fish is whether a given species occurs in freshwater or saltwater. When anglers draw this distinction, they are thinking of what fish species will be available for them to catch where they’ve … Continue reading →
TweetJOHNSTON, Iowa – Last fall the Iowa Department of Natural Resources trout program’s community fisheries expanded its central Iowa stockings to Johnston. Join our community fishing biologist at 2 p.m. on Nov. 10 at Crown Point Community Center, 6300 Pioneer … Continue reading →
Tweet Nets provide a great way to collect bait like the golden shiner featured above. With a small investment and some knowledge you can catch your own bait — which can provide its own brand of fun! Cast net – A cast … Continue reading →
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Tweet There are many reasons to bank fish. The most obvious is not owning a boat due to cost or storage space. Many waters don’t have ramps or are only accessible by foot. And you don’t always have the time … Continue reading →
TweetFishing rods and tackle are available for loan at six Idaho State Parks Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation is eager to announce a new partnership with the Idaho Fish and Game: The State Park Fishing Equipment Loaner Program! The program, which … Continue reading →
Tweet OLYMPIA – Anglers on a large portion of the Columbia River and many of its tributaries will no longer be required to use barbless hooks when fishing for salmon and steelhead beginning June 1. In March, the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission … Continue reading →
Tweet Discarded fishing line, hooks, and tackle can become a death trap for wild animals that come into contact with it. This Canada goose at Sloans Lake in Cheyenne was the latest victims. Fortunately, Game and FishDepartment personnel were able to capture this … Continue reading →
Tweet In Issue 14 we highlighted modern braided lines. Incredibly thin and strong compared to monofilament, braids like Spiderwire and other brands are a fishing game-changer! We continue our look in this issue. Despite its limpness, an advantage of braid in most situations is the … Continue reading →
Tweet “The more things change, the more they stay the same!” This can be true of both life and fishing, and a good example is line. When braided Dacron was introduced around 1950, it was a modern marvel and a … Continue reading →
Tweet February 11, 2019 Tournament anglers are constantly in search of techniques that can give them an extra edge when the money is on the line. Captain Ray Rosher of Miss Britt Charters and owner of R&R Tackle has devoted his entire … Continue reading →
Tweet Spinning reels are a must have in your offshore arsenal, particularly when it comes to targeting sailfish. However, theres nothing worse than the line twist that can occur from reeling line in and out on a spinning reel. … Continue reading →
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Tweet Observations from fishing hotspots like Copeton Dam in NSW are transforming the tackle and lures used to catch big trophy fish like Murray Cod. David Allan, Manager of Reflections Holiday Parks Copeton Waters, says that as the fishing industry learns … Continue reading →
TweetPerfectly peels, deveins and butterflies in a single motion Charleston, S.C. (January 3, 2018) – Toadfish Outfitters, an eco-active coastal advocate and leading manufacturer of coastal products has just made the painstaking process of preparing shrimp a breeze with … Continue reading →
Tweet When opportunity strikes, be sure your gear is ready to go. If you wonder about which rig to choose, we added tips about 6 rigs to the digital Fishing Guide. Also NEW to the guide are directions for making your own … Continue reading →
