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Fishing NewsGulf Anglers Rejoice: Lack of Hurricanes Brings Crystal Clear Waters and Fantastic Fishing
The absence of hurricanes and tropical storms in the Gulf of Mexico has brought a welcome surprise for anglers: crystal clear waters and incredible fishing opportunities. After a dry summer and a strong early cold front, the shallow waters west …
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Fishing NewsPanama Snapper Sets Sights on World Record
An angler fishing in Panama has landed a massive Cubera snapper that could set a new world record. Toni Peiro, a guest at Los Buzos Resort, caught the behemoth fish on his last day of fishing with the lodge. The …
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Fishing NewsChicago Fishing Scene Abuzz with Record-Breaking Walleye Catch
A memorable birthday outing for Leo Garza turned into a fishing trip for the ages, as he landed a whopping 14.3-pound walleye in Chicago’s Lake Michigan waters. The catch, made on a half-ounce jigging spoon dressed with white tinsel hair, …
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The Incredible Journey of a Record-Breaking Blue Catfish
In a remarkable turn of events, a blue catfish has made history by breaking West Virginia’s state records not once, not twice, but three times. This extraordinary fish has been caught multiple times by different anglers, each time setting a …
Alaskan Angler Sets Example with 325-Pound Halibut Catch-And-Release
A Homer angler recently caught a lifetime fish, a 325-pound halibut, but instead of keeping it, he released it back into the water. Gary Walker, who had been trying to catch this fish for 43 years, believes in preserving large …
Maryland Anglers Chase State Fishing Records in 2025
The pursuit of state fishing records is heating up in Maryland, with six new records already set in 2025. Anglers are leveraging Department of Natural Resources tools, adhering to regulations, and targeting prime locations to catch the biggest fish. Recent …
Kayak Angler Lands State Record Bowfin in Minnesota
Ben Erb, a lifelong fisherman and fisheries biologist from Minnesota, has set a new state record for catch-and-release bowfin fishing. Erb caught a 31-inch bowfin in the Mississippi River while kayaking on a whim with his afternoon free. Initially, he …
Teen Angler’s Potential Record-Breaking-63-Pound Catch Sparks Excitement
A 13-year-old angler from California may have just reeled in a world record-breaking catch. Julian Her caught a massive 63-pound white sea bass in Tomales Bay while fishing with his family. The impressive catch has sparked excitement among fishing enthusiasts, …
Record-Breaking Sockeye Run on the Kenai River
The Kenai River is experiencing an exceptional season for sockeye salmon fishing, with a record-breaking number of fish making their way upstream. Over 200,000 reds have reached the Kenai River in just two days, with 107,787 counted on sonar on …
New Maryland State Record: False Albacore Caught Off Ocean City
A 22-year-old angler from Frederick County has set a new Maryland state record for false albacore, catching a 26.0-pound monster fish on July 20, 2025. Jack Dorman’s impressive catch surpassed the previous record of 23.5 pounds, which was set just …
Michigan Lake Turns Rusty After Beaver Dam Breach
Lake Angeline’s Crystal Clear Waters Turn Red A normally crystal-clear fishing lake in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula has turned red after a beaver dam breach. Located south of Ishpeming in Marquette County, Lake Angeline’s water level rose and became discolored after …
Michigan Angler Catches Record-Breaking 64-Pound Flathead Catfish in Monroe County
A Michigan angler’s recent bowfishing excursion in Monroe County resulted in a new state record for flathead catfish. Codie Carlson, from Newport, Michigan, caught a massive flathead catfish weighing 64.46 pounds and measuring 45 inches in Plum Creek on June …
Record-Breaking Brook Trout Caught in Adirondacks
Adirondack Angler’s Behemoth Brook Trout Sets New State Record In the heart of the Adirondack backcountry, Ben Ferguson of Lowville reeled in a monster brook trout that has shattered the New York state record. Caught on July 5 in the …
