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Catch-and-release pioneer Bud Lilly dies
He was also a legendary fly fisherman and conservationist

Pulling fish through ice much more fun if you can keep warm
Before drilling holes in the solid ice, anglers should take care of some basic steps to make sure the ice fishing experience is enjoyable

New York DEC stresses safety as ice fishing begins across state
Anglers are reminded of important steps when using baitfish while ice fishing

Tighter ‘laker’ limits for Superior anglers
Board adopts emergency rule for sport anglers in Apostle Islands area that allows for two-fish bag limit, with a 15-inch size limit, but only one of those fish may be longer than 25 inches

Debate begins regarding reduced walleye bag limits across state
Gag limits – and early discussion over whether or not they should be revisited comprehensively – were a theme that came up throughout all of the day’s fisheries discussions during DNR Roundtable

Local veterans to be honored at Holes for Heroes ice-fishing events
This year’s host and expert guide is frequent Outdoor News contributor Tackle Terry Tuma.

Ice fishing tip: Catch more walleyes by ringing the dinner bell with call baits
Make contact with more hard-water walleyes via large, noisy baits to attract them.

‘Paddlefishing’ in Iowa? License deadline approaching
Average length of fish harvested in 2016 was about 33 inches, but paddlefish have the potential to reach lengths of over 50 inches and weigh over 50 pounds

CWD found in 2 more deer; 5-county feeding ban now in place
Confirmation of the new cases would bring the total number of current CWD-positive deer to five