Pennsylvania fishermen don’t seem to have many friends in state government
Ron Steffe
April 23, 2018
Why is it so difficult for Pennsylvania representatives to grant small fishing license fee increases?
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission
No change in Lake Erie yellow perch, walleye creel limits
Staff and News Reports
April 16, 2018
In Pennsylvania, perch will remain at 30 per day and walleye will stay at six daily.
Quest for simple fishing-license fee increase escalating into bitter dispute in Pennsylvania
Associated Press
March 15, 2018
Lawmakers looking to oust the head of the Fish and Boat Commission.
Mobile licensing access to be a reality for Pennsylvania anglers
Staff and News Reports
January 29, 2018
HARRISBURG, Pa. — A new licensing services contract signed last week by the Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) will deliver a benefit long sought by the agency – the ability for anglers to easily purchase
In Pennsylvania, ice fishing picks up, but with an emphasis on ice over fishing
Associated Press
January 8, 2018
Even with recent deep freeze, safety should remain paramount for ice anglers.
Pennsylvania Fish and Boat officer kills man after attack
Associated Press
October 26, 2017
WEST NANTICOKE, Pa. — A Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission officer fatally shot a man after prosecutors say the man assaulted and tried to drown the officer. Authorities say the officer shot the man who
Agency: 3 Pennsylvania hatcheries to close if no hike in fish license fees
Associated Press
September 28, 2017
Group said this week that the potential closures would be part of a $2 million spending reduction that the group says will be made if the state legislature doesn’t pass a bill that would allow
Carp virus found in Pennsylvania reservoir
Staff and News Reports
September 25, 2017
Marks the first time that the virus has been confirmed in Pennsylvania waters.
Pennsylvania appeals court nixes random boat inspections
Associated Press
August 25, 2017
Fish and Boat Commission executive director says inspections are an important part of the agency’s strategy to keep boaters safe.
