Fishing
New research vessel planned for trawling in Ohio
During Governor’s Fish Ohio Day in Port Clinton on June 25, Ohio DNR Division of Wildlife (DOW) Chief Kendra Wecker announced that the research vessel Grandon, stationed at Fairport Harbor, will be replaced. It was
Steve Sarley: Tournament anglers have different styles – and tolerances
I still follow the comings and goings about the various professional fishing tournament trails. I have come to the realization that my tournament days have come to an end.
To be honest, my tournament
Bill Hilts, Jr.: Do you believe in “divine intervention” when it comes to fishing?
The term “divine intervention” is not an expression that should be taken lightly or without some thought involved.
It is commonly referred to when it seems as though an act of God has taken
Northern Wisconsin Fishing Report – July 9, 2026 – video
Here’s what the warming water means for fishing.
Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Speed, size matter in hot summer fishing
We’re in the hot-summer fishing season right now, and it will last until around Labor Day. This is the time when speed and size come into play.
Steve Carney: Quick thoughts on modern spinning reels; and summer bite heats up
Through the years I have used probably a dozen brands of reels ranging in price from $50 to $175, and few have impressed me. The problem with the modern spinning reels of today is that
Minnesota Mixed Bag: Improved Green, Elkhorn Lake accesses ready for public use
Citizens recreating on Green and Elkhorn lakes have some newly improved options for getting boats and other watercraft on the water.
Steve Gilbert: A close look at the world record yellow perch
All the excitement surrounding the “super-monstrous” 17-inch, 3.01-pound yellow perch coming out of Green Bay on Feb. 11 piqued my fisheries curiosity.
News outlets lamented the fact that though these fish were big they
Guest Editorial: An outdoors to-do list for Minnesota’s next governor
When Tim Walz first ran for governor in 2018, he built his campaign around a simple promise with the “One Minnesota” slogan. The idea was straightforward. A state as geographically and culturally diverse as ours
