Upper Red winter walleye regs: four keepers, one over 17 inches – again
The same regulation has been in place since the May 2017 fishing opener.
News
Already a new catch-and-release pike record
Matthew Swanson of Woodbury caught a 45-1/4-inch pike on the Rainy River, besting the first-ever C&R pike record, set recently, by nearly two inches.
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 16, 2018
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. North Chain: The bass will begin to feed with the dropping water temps. The fish are relating to the green weeds, and search baits like spinnerbaits and swim jigs are doing quite well at finding the aggressive fish. Also pitch the weeds with…
New York Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 16, 2018
Western New York Burt Dam and Eighteen Mile Creek continued to be good for king salmon, brown trout and steelhead, according to Karen Evarts at The Boat Doctors in Olcott. Skein, egg sacs or egg imitations are the way to go. Maribou jigs and beads are also working. Chartreuse, orange and pink egg sacs have been working, along with nymphs,…
Wisconsin Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 16, 2018
AMERY AREA The fishing season appears to be winding down with only a handful of anglers venturing out after muskies. With cold weather in the forecast, that likely will come to an end as well. Deer activity has picked up based on the number of deer being seen along roads and reports from archery hunters. Lucky Baits, (715) 268-6231. ASHLAND…
Minnesota Outdoor News Fishing and Hunting Report for Nov. 16, 2018
Great Eight LAKE MILLE LACS The majority of bays are ice-covered and there is some shoreline ice developing. With that stated, most of the main lake was open as of Tuesday morning – putting a boat was probably still an option in some locations. Johnson’s Portside (320) 676-3811 Terry’s Boat Harbor (320) 692-4430 LAKE OF THE WOODS…
In North Dakota, ‘One of the highest collection of eggs in the history of the salmon program’
Average size of Lake Sakakawea female salmon was 6 pounds, and once again there was an abundance of young male salmon, which typically forecasts a good run the next couple years.
Ohio Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 9, 2018
Central Region Alum Creek Lake (Delaware County) — Anglers trolling Flicker Shad are picking up saugeyes and even some smallmouth bass that have ranged up to 18 inches. Most of the smallmouths being caught are released. Water temperatures have cooled sufficiently for the crappie bite to turn on as well. Search for them in shallow waters with minnows or waxworms….
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 9, 2018
Boaters are reminded that anyone in a kayak, canoe, or vessel less than 16 feet long on Pennsylvania waters is required to wear a personal flotation device from Nov. 1 to April 30. Fall trout stockings were conducted in recent weeks at select fisheries across the commonwealth. For a schedule, visit www.fishandboat.com. Anglers fishing wild trout streams are reminded that…
Michigan Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 9, 2018
SOUTHEASTERN LP Lake St. Clair Perch fishing has been good on Lake St. Clair. Anglers report a good bite at the spillway, off Grosse Pointe Yacht Club, and around Harsens Island. Walleyes are hitting crankbaits along the shoreline. Waterfowl hunting has been good with flight birds pushing their way through. Lakeside Fishing Shops, (586) 777-7003. Lake Orion Bowhunters report seeing…
Minnesota Outdoor News Fishing Report for Nov. 9, 2018
Great Eight LAKE MILLE LACS Muskie anglers continue to do well on the rocks in less than 18 feet. Tullibees have moved onto the shallower rocks, and muskies are up and chewing on them. Trolling and casting are both working. The few people walleye fishing also are doing well on the rocks when trolling crankbaits. Johnson’s Portside…
Minnesota, Wisconsin propose fishing regulation changes on Mississippi
Would include the combined daily bag limit for walleye and sauger from six to four, with one over 20 inches, and include an option to further reduce the bag limit for sauger in Pools 5 through 9; the existing 15-inch minimum length for walleye would remain.
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 2, 2018
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides, and fishing guides. North Chain: The walleye action is hot with the cooler weather. Reports show good catches in the river channels and mouths of the creeks throughout the day. Live bait is proving to be best. The bass bite is slowing down. Live bait rigged…
Nighttime walleye painting lands Lakeville artist yet another stamp-contest win
The 2019 walleye stamp will feature Stephen Hamrick’s painting of a walleye swimming at night under a full moon near an angler’s leech-baited hook and slip bobber. It’s the 11th time he’s won a DNR stamp contest.
New York Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 2, 2018
Western New York Lake Erie and tributaries: Cattaraugus Creek is currently running a little high at last look. Steelhead catches had previously been reported all the way up to the Springville Dam, so it’s a good bet when conditions improve – and they may have by now. All other Erie tributaries had lower flows and clear conditions. There have been…
Wisconsin Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 2, 2018
AMERY AREA A jig and minnow is turning walleyes in 12 to 15 feet at Cedar Lake, Big Round Lake, and Balsam Lake. On Lake Wapogasset, crappies and walleyes are being caught in 10 to 14 feet. Large suckers continue to work best for muskies around the bridges of the Apple River or weed edges and humps of Wapogasset, Cedar,…
Minnesota Outdoor News Fishing Report – Nov. 2, 2018
Great Eight LAKE MILLE LACS Walleyes are still being caught on the 12- to 18-foot rock edges during the day, while trolling crankbaits in the evening hours has worked best on top of the rocks. Water temperatures are now in the low 40-degree range, so muskies are eating on the shallow rocks with the tullibees moving in….
One keeper walleye, 21 to 23 inches, allowed on Mille Lacs this winter
DNR focuses the harvest on mature female fish, which are in abundance in the lake, and hence the new slot, the agency says.
DNR board approves catfish seasons
Agency wants to enact the regulations on an emergency basis to protect catfish over winter. DNR officials hope to have permanent rules ready by next fall.
Ohio Outdoor News Fishing Report – Oct. 26, 2018
Central Region O’Shaughnessy Reservoir (Delaware County) – Jigs worked vertically in shallow water are taking their share of crappies, white bass, and bluegills here. Fish the light jigs in five to 10 feet of water for best results. Some of the crappies here are ranging up to 11 inches. Deer Creek Lake (Pickaway, Fayette counties) – Anglers fishing Bandits are…
Pennsylvania Outdoor News Fishing Report – Oct. 26, 2018
The Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission is stocking select streams and lakes with trout. For a schedule, visit www.fishandboat.com. NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie — Walleyes were reported in 80 to 90 feet on the east side and in 60 to 70 feet out of Walnut Creek, as conditions allowed in recent weeks, with anglers doing well on watermelon-colored harnesses…
Michigan Outdoor News Fishing Report – Oct. 26, 2018
SOUTHEASTERN LP Lake St. Clair High winds have kept many anglers at bay on Lake St. Clair. Those braving the conditions reported catching good numbers of fish along the American side of the lake from Selfridge all the way down to the mouth of the Detroit River. Waterfowl hunting has been good. Lakeside Fishing Shops, (586) 777-7003. Lake Orion Bass,…
Minnesota Outdoor News Fishing Report – Oct. 26, 2018
Great Eight LAKE MILLE LACS The water temperature is in the mid 40-degree range so look for muskies to start moving onto the rocks and chasing tullibees. Smallmouth bass action has slowed, but trolling crankbaits on the rocks or shoreline breaks during the evening hours has produced walleyes. Johnson’s Portside (320) 676-3811 Terry’s Boat Harbor (320) 692-4430…
State’s first catch-and-release record for pike comes on Mille Lacs
Fish measured 43-1/2 inches and was caught by a member of the Women Anglers of Minnesota.
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat has new executive director
Tim Schaeffer will replace outgoing John Arway next month.
Illinois Outdoor News Fishing Report – Oct. 19, 2018
The fishing and hunting report is compiled using reports from conservation officers, hunting guides and fishing guides. North Chain: The bass will begin to feed with the dropping water temps. The fish are relating to the green weeds, and search baits like spinnerbaits and swim jigs are doing quite well at finding the aggressive fish. Also pitch the weeds with…
Outdoor News Store
Shop our online store for products and gear: Print of the Year, Outdoor News History Book, Outdoor News Clothing and more!
