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Commentary: Pennsylvania’s trout stream classification changes – gain or loss?
A recent phone call from a friend about the status of a small central Pennsylvania stream gave me pause to reflect. The stream in question – I’ll call it “Rhododendron Run” (not its real name)

Orleans County (N.Y.) Fishing Report – June 17, 2025
Looking forward to the lake setting up on a more traditional late-spring and early-summer temp pattern.

Lake of the Woods Fishing Report – June 17, 2025
The jig bite is still producing in many areas, with anglers anchoring or using spot-lock in areas with roaming schools of walleyes.

New funding will support fisheries projects in 13 Michigan counties
“We’re excited to support our partner organizations in projects to create healthier lakes and streams with healthier fish populations, better habitat and cleaner water,” said Randy Claramunt, chief of the DNR Fisheries Division.

Commercial fishing license issued for Lake Huron’s Harbor Beach in Michigan
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has issued Pinconning-based Serafin Fish Company a commercial fishing license for lake whitefish in southern Lake Huron from the port of Harbor Beach.
This license mirrors the prior

Wildlife officer info sessions planned around state of Ohio
The Ohio DNR (ODNR) Division of Wildlife is hosting information sessions for interested candidates to learn more about the wildlife officer career path.
Ohio wildlife officers enforce wildlife regulations and protect state lands, waterways,

Ohio Insider: Lake Erie walleyes at a level ‘unlike anything we’ve ever seen before’
The value of walleye sportfishing on Lake Erie is described monetarily in the billions.
“Walleye isn’t just popular on Lake Erie,” says Travis Hartman, the Ohio DNR Division of Wildlife’s Lake Erie program administrator.

Notes off a soiled cuff: Giant flathead catfish caught in Pennsylvania’s Schuylkill River
Not long before this issue’s deadline, a South Philadelphia angler hooked an enormous fish in the Schuylkill River a few blocks from his home.
The monster engulfed a lure on the first cast of

Live bait-rigging for walleyes – video
Run the line along your boat at a 45-degree angle. If in relatively shallow water, run the lure about a foot off the bottom and set the hook quickly after the walleye strikes.