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Quebec Anglers Land Massive 109-Pound Halibut Through the Ice

November 30, 2024 | Baitshop Kelly

Two Quebec anglers, Rémi and Mathieu Aubin, achieved an extraordinary feat by hauling a colossal 109-pound Atlantic halibut through the ice on Jan. 21. Their four-hour struggle in Saguenay Fjord underscores not just their skill but also the fjord’s unique …

Utah Angler Sets State Record with Giant Tiger Trout, Fulfilling Grandfather’s Legacy

November 29, 2024 | Baitshop Kelly

Kaleb Nelson’s love for fishing runs deep, shaped by stories from his grandfather, Brent Nelson, who often shared tales of Scofield Reservoir’s legendary tiger trout. Those childhood stories turned into reality on Dec. 9, when Kaleb set a new Utah …

Giant Pufferfish Caught in Barnegat Bay Could Break Record

November 27, 2024 | Baitshop Rob

A massive northern pufferfish caught in Barnegat Bay last week is making waves in the fishing world, as it could potentially set a new rod-and-reel record with the International Game Fish Association (IGFA). This remarkable catch follows another near-record sheepshead …

Will Kansas’ Legendary Catfish World Record Ever Be Surpassed?

November 27, 2024 | Baitshop Sarah

Over 25 years ago, a Kansas angler made waves in the fishing world with an astonishing catch that would set both a state and world record. But as time passes, the question remains: Could this legendary catfish ever be outdone? …

Angler Lands Potential World Record Yellowfin Tuna Off Southern California Coast

November 23, 2024 | Baitshop Sarah

Midway through a 10-day charter trip, a North Carolina angler hooks a 443-pound giant, setting the stage for a new IGFA record. In mid-November, aboard the renowned 124-foot charter boat Excel, North Carolina angler Earl Gill IV made headlines by …

Montana Commission Imposes New Restrictions on Bull Trout Fishing Following Record Low Nest Counts

November 22, 2024 | Baitshop Kevin

The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission has introduced new fishing restrictions in the South Fork of the Flathead River and its tributaries after recent reports of record-low bull trout spawning nest counts. The measures, aimed at protecting this threatened species, …

World Record Atlantic Halibut Caught In Cape Cod

November 22, 2024 | Baitshop Rob

A chance catch turned into a world record for Alexandra Spring when she landed a 33-pound, 14-ounce Atlantic halibut off Cape Cod. This remarkable flatfish earned her the IGFA’s 30-pound line-class record, marking her tenth world record overall. From Florida …

Historic King Salmon Catch Breaks Montana Record at Fort Peck Lake

November 11, 2024 | Baitshop Kelly

A new record has been set for the largest Chinook, or king salmon, caught in Montana. Weighing in at a remarkable 32.62 pounds, the catch was made on August 9, 2024, at Fort Peck Lake by Malta native, Jim Fauth, …

Record-Breaking Feeding Frenzy: Swarm of Atlantic Cod Devours 10 Million Capelin

November 11, 2024 | Baitshop Kelly

In a remarkable and unprecedented event, a recent study revealed that over 2 million Atlantic cod consumed a staggering 10 million capelin fish within a few hours, marking the largest recorded feeding frenzy by fish in terms of numbers and …

South Dakota Bowfisherman’s Record 6-Pound Brown Trout Sparks Debate

November 9, 2024 | Baitshop Brandy

On a Monday outing in late October, Ty Smith set a new South Dakota bowfishing record by landing a 6-pound, 12-ounce brown trout on Lake Oahe. The record-breaking catch was promptly verified by South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks (SDGFP), …

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