Home » Fishing
Fishing

Steve Sarley: Illinois fishing show reminds us about value of fellow fishermen, DNR
I just spent a very long weekend at the Chicagoland Fishing Show in Schaumburg.
I actually wish I could have been able to spend more time walking the aisles of the Schaumburg Convention Center.

State Roundup: Wisconsin spring hearings on the horizon
Just a reminder that Wisconsin sportsmen may participate in the annual spring fish and wildlife hearing process prior to the April vote – in-person hearings are always the second Monday in April, which is April

Michigan Fishing Report – February 4, 2026
The coho salmon bite remained steady for anglers waiting it out for schools to come in here.

Steve Carney: Four tips before Minnesota’s inland waters walleye angling ends Feb. 22
These cold temperatures lately really take a toll on your body, so I advise setting up late and staying fresh for the night bite. Yes, it’s inconvenient and pretty much negates the dinner hour, but

Minnesota Mixed Bag: St. Cloud Sportsmen’s Show set for Feb. 6-8
The 38th annual St. Cloud Sportsmen’s Show runs Feb. 6-8 at the St. Cloud River’s Edge Convention Center. This is central Minnesota’s biggest sports show.

Outdoor Insights: Ability to purchase outdoor endorsements while renewing vehicle tabs could be a win for Minnesota
On Jan. 15, the Minnesota DNR delivered its Outdoor Recreation Endorsement report to the Legislature. I understand that the mere name of this 15-page document already may have glazed your eyes over, but as I

Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Get clever and consider switching it up on the ice
My tip isn’t going to help you catch more fish, but it’ll help you think about catching different fish. As the days get longer, and spring draws near, we’re about to see some of the

Dan Ladd: Winter has lost a bit of its luster for me
I used to love winter. I can remember a number of Januarys during the past few decades when I’d be highly disappointed if warm temperatures and/or wind kept ice formation on my beloved Lake George

Glenn Sapir: Time spent with the ‘Big Three’ of outdoor magazines holds special memories
As I write this column for the most popular outdoors publication in New York State, I think about my relationship not only with New York Outdoor News, but also other sporting periodicals. Being 77 years