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Illegal Striped Bass Operation Uncovered on Housatonic River
Connecticut State Environmental Conservation Police, with the assistance of K9 Luna, recently apprehended poachers responsible for illegally harvesting striped bass along the Housatonic River. On the evening of December 17, 2024, two EnCon officers and K9 Luna were conducting patrols …
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Top 5 Lakes for Winter Fishing Adventures
Winter transforms lakes into serene fishing havens, offering unique opportunities to target cold-weather species. Whether ice fishing or casting from shore, certain destinations stand out for their seasonal appeal. Here are five top-notch locations to explore for lake fishing during …
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Prehistoric Catch: Angler’s Bowfin May Break N.J. State Record
Frank Hubert Jr.’s passion for bowfin fishing has led to a potential New Jersey state record after catching a 12-pound, 10-ounce specimen from Mantua Creek. The catch is currently awaiting official confirmation as the state record for the species. Hubert, …
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How Much Money is Spent on Fishing?
It’s not joke how much cash we fishermen spend each year on fishing. Just look in your own closet! Here is how much is spent on fishing and hunting total. Here’s an outdoor recreation stat worth breaking out at the …
Fishing Techniques You Have Never Heard Of
The classic hook and line is not the only way to fish. There are hundreds of ways to catch the big ones. Here are a few of them. Noodling is fishing with hands practiced in South of the United States. Fishermen …
How to Avoid Sharks While Fishing
Sharks are a top predator in the open seas. These tips will give you some insight on how to keep the sharks away and keep yourself safe while fishing. Good Tips to Know To decrease your already small chance of …
What to do if you Catch a Sturgeon
Atlantic and shortnose sturgeons are protected species. If you accidentally catch a sturgeon, keep the fish in the water and remove the hooks. If the hooks are in too deep, cut the line. If you need to remove the fish …
10 of the Biggest Alligator Gar on Instagram
The Alligator Gar is often referred to as a living fossil because it first existed over 100 million years ago. Today this large fish is a sought after specimen in the south central United States. It can grow up to …
How to Find the Fish
To catch the fish, one must find the fish first. Below are some of our favorite tips on finding where the lunkers are hiding out. The Basics Fish need to eat, and their food isn’t found just anywhere. Weedbeds and …
The Expert Guide to Filleting Fish
No one likes taking a bite of fish and picking the bones out. Because of this, I have for you the best way to filet your next catch. It takes a certain amount of touch to fillet a fish, but …
What is the Elusive Golden Trout?
The golden trout is a bucket list fish for many anglers. It is a stunningly-colored fish, especially for freshwater. Here are its origins and where the fish is today. Where to Find Golden’s Native to the rivers of California is …
Is it Possible to Catch Flying Fish with a Hook and Line?
Many people see flying fish and assume them to be some alien life form, other a bird. Well, I am here to assure you that flying fish are indeed, as the name implies, fish. But can they be caught like …
15 Best Panfish Lures/Baits 2019
Panfish are a staple in the fishing industry. They are fun to catch, readily available all over the place, and pretty taste. Here are the best lures to reel in some slabs. Crickets and grasshoppers are the staples of the …