Fishing
Illinois researcher takes swamp dives to study rare bantam sunfish
Few Illinois anglers have ever seen a bantam sunfish, and for good reason: The tiny fish has vanished from most of the state where it once lived and is mostly known from only two localities
Megan Plete: A visit to the Catskills Fly Fishing Center and Museum
During a summer trip through the Catskills, I made a stop at the Catskill Fly Fishing Center and Museum in Livingston Manor. The facility sits on 50 acres along the banks of the Willowemoc Creek,
Ohio fisheries biologists seeing success with sturgeon stocking efforts
The Ohio DNR Division of Wildlife fisheries biologists in charge of lake sturgeon reintroduction in the state are encouraged about the program’s progress so far.
So says Eric Weimer, fisheries biologist supervisor for the
Bill Hilts, Jr.: Trip on Lake Erie helps remember a friend through a fishing lure
Keeping the memories alive of a friend or loved one is important in the scheme of things when it comes to living life. When I received my annual Lake Erie walleye fishing invitation from Tom
Freshwater Fishing Hall of Fame names class of 2027
The Fresh Water Fishing Hall of Fame, headquartered in Hayward, Wis., has selected seven individuals and one organization to be honored with induction into the organization for their significant and lasting contributions to the sport
Lake of the Woods delivers fast muskie action at PMTT World Championships
The Professional Musky Tournament Trail (PMTT) came to Lake of the Woods for the first time Sept. 17 to 19. The lake delivered. Over three days, the field caught and released 117 muskies. Eighteen of
Outlook optimistic as South Dakota’s Oct. 17 pheasant opener approaches
The last month of outdoor affairs in South Dakota included a habitat license-plate program that is generating less money than anticipated, a rejected proposal to allow anglers to harvest large muskies, and an optimistic outlook
Michigan Fishing Report – September 30, 2026
Pink salmon were plentiful in the river here.
Steve Carney: Thoughts on Minnesota Fishing Hall of Fame induction
When I got the word about being selected for Minnesota’s 2026 Fishing Hall of Fame class, I was surprised. This was never on my bucket list but I am truly honored. Being recognized by your
