Hunting made for light pressure at many fisheries across the commonwealth in recent weeks.  Boaters are reminded that the mandatory cold-weather life jacket regulation for watercraft under 16 feet in length and all canoes and kayaks is in effect now…

Boaters are reminded that from Nov. 1 through April 30 anyone in a kayak, canoe or vessel shorter than 16 feet must wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket.   For more, visit www.fishandboat.com.  Anglers also are advised that wild…

Boaters are reminded that anyone in a kayak, canoe, or vessel less than 16 feet long on Pennsylvania waters is required to wear a personal flotation device from Nov. 1 to April 30. Fall trout stockings were conducted in recent…

The Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission is stocking select streams and lakes with trout.  For a schedule, visit www.fishandboat.com.   NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie — Walleyes were reported in 80 to 90 feet on the east side and in 60…

Anglers are reminded that fall trout stockings are underway on select fisheries across the state.  For a schedule, visit www.fishandboat.com  NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie — This past summer’s hot walleye bite continued through late September with catches coming on crawler…

NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie — Erie.com reported Aug. 31 that walleyes were hitting in the 60- to 70-foot range, with 62 to 65 feet of water especially productive. Crawler harnesses, spoons, Bagleys, Reef Runners and other trolling baits were working.…

NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie — Banner catches of walleyes continued in recent weeks. The walleye bite is still going on. Limits in mid-August were reported in 60 to 64 feet, although some anglers were doing well shallower and deeper. All…