Pennsylvania Outdoor News Fishing Report

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

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

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

The dog days of summer slowed fishing in parts of the state, and heavy rainfall in late July and early August left many waters high and muddy. NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie (Erie County) — Walleye

NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie — The walleye bite remained outstanding through mid-July in various depths to 40 feet or deeper. Stickbaits off mini boards and dipsy divers were effective, as were single- or double-bladed crawler

NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie — Poor Richard’s Bait & Tackle reported June 23 that walleyes were in 30 to 40 feet and hitting on crawler harnesses as conditions allowed. Erie Dearies, worm burners, and jet

Anglers also are reminded that the second and final Fish for Free Day is slated for July 4, when unlicensed anglers are allowed to fish throughout the state. For more, visit www.fishandboat.com. NORTHWEST REGION Lake

Anglers are reminded that until June 16, bass are in a catch-and-immediate-release season. Anglers also are reminded that the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission’s second Fish for Free Day is slated for July 4. For

Anglers are reminded that until June 16 at 12:01 a.m., the season on bass is catch-and-immediate release. Some fisheries received trout stockings in early May. For a schedule, visit www.fishandboat.com. NORTHWEST REGION Lake Erie and