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Proposed Policy Shifts Could Reshape Salmon Fishing in British Columbia

January 31, 2026 | Baitshop Kelly

A proposed update to Canada’s salmon allocation policy could significantly alter recreational fishing opportunities in British Columbia. Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is reviewing a framework that has guided salmon management since 1999, and two suggested changes have raised concern …

Mendocino Angler Lands Rare Rockfish That Could Rewrite the Record Books

January 27, 2026 | Baitshop Kevin

A Mendocino County fisherman is still waiting on official confirmation, but his recent catch has already made waves along the Northern California coast. Brendan Walsh reeled in a canary rockfish that could potentially set both state and world records, turning …

Giants QB Jaxson Dart Reels in a Monster Catch During Cabo Getaway With Marissa Ayers

January 27, 2026 | Baitshop Kevin

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is making the most of his first NFL offseason and doing it far from the football field. The 22-year-old quarterback recently traveled to Los Cabos, Mexico, with his girlfriend, Marissa Ayers, where the couple …

Upstate New York Ice Fishing Season Shaping Up to Be One for the Ages

January 26, 2026 | Baitshop Brandy

As most Central New Yorkers brace for plunging temperatures, ice anglers are welcoming the cold with open arms. A powerful blast of Arctic air is settling into the region, and for those who love fishing through the ice, it could …

Kayak Angler Lands a 16-Pound California Pot-Bellied Largemouth

January 1, 2026 | Baitshop Rob

Just before midday on December 13, a routine winter kayak trip turned into a once-in-a-lifetime moment for Max Lee of Clovis, California. As morning fog began to lift from the lake, Lee was scanning the water with his forward-facing sonar, …

From Hardwood to Open Water: Ben Simmons Finds Purpose While Plotting His Next NBA Chapter

December 25, 2025 | Baitshop Rob

Ben Simmons has a team again—just not one playing under bright NBA arena lights. As his professional basketball future remains on pause, the three-time NBA All-Star has quietly shifted part of his focus to another lifelong passion: fishing. The former …

Wyoming Boy Makes Fishing History at Just 12 Years Old

December 17, 2025 | Baitshop Kelly

On August 9, 2025, Tucker Bass landed a largemouth bass that weighed just 2 pounds, 4 ounces. To some, that number might seem modest. But in the world of competitive angling, that single fish carried historic weight. The International Game …

Gulf Anglers Rejoice: Lack of Hurricanes Brings Crystal Clear Waters and Fantastic Fishing

November 30, 2025 | Baitshop Sarah

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 …

Panama Snapper Sets Sights on World Record

November 30, 2025 | Baitshop Kevin

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 …

Chicago Fishing Scene Abuzz with Record-Breaking Walleye Catch

November 28, 2025 | Baitshop Rob

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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