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Close Call on Montana Creek: Grizzly Charges Anglers, Creek Closed
A section of Red Rock Creek in southern Montana has been temporarily closed to public access after a startling encounter between two anglers and a charging grizzly bear. The incident occurred on the Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, prompting …
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Pacific Sanctuary Under Siege: Trump’s Fishing Order Sparks Expert Alarm
Conservation groups are raising serious concerns following Donald Trump’s recent decision to roll back fishing regulations within the Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument, a federally protected zone spanning nearly 500,000 square miles in the central Pacific Ocean. This move …
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Georgia Angler Ties State Record with Massive Spotted Sunfish
Atkinson County fisherman Wesley Daniels landed a giant spotted sunfish while catfishing on the Suwannee River, tying Georgia’s state record. The hefty panfish weighed 12 ounces and measured 8 ½ inches, matching the record previously set by Jamie Boyette in …
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World Record Sockeye Salmon Lands on an Unlikely Lure
William Kneer IV stands on the banks of Alaska’s Kisaralik River, holding his IGFA World Record sockeye salmon. As confirmed by the International Game Fish Association (IGFA), William Kneer IV achieved an incredible milestone on August 4, 2024, while fishing …
Record-Breaking Smallmouth Bass Caught in New York’s St. Lawrence River
On September 22, Dante Piraino of Baldwinsville, New York, made headlines during a B.A.S.S. Nation tournament in Ogdensburg by landing a remarkable smallmouth bass. Fishing in the depths of the St. Lawrence River, approximately 30 feet down, and using a …
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, …
YouTube Fishing Star Ben Milliken Arrested Amid Tournament Fraud Allegations in Texas
Pro fisherman and popular YouTuber Ben Milliken has been charged with tournament fraud in Texas. Milliken, who boasts over 570,000 YouTube subscribers, surrendered to authorities after a warrant was issued by Nacogdoches County on Thursday, December 12, according to the …
Utah Sets Record with Nearly 13 Million Fish Stocked in Waterways
Utah’s Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) announced a record-breaking milestone this year: nearly 13 million fish were stocked in waterways across the state. This significant effort aims to enhance recreational fishing opportunities while supporting aquatic ecosystems. Among the fish introduced, …
Coho Salmon Surge in Upper Willamette Basin
The Upper Willamette Basin experienced a historic surge in coho salmon this year, with over 60,000 fish making their way upriver. This marks the second consecutive year of record-breaking numbers for this species. While this bumper crop is exciting news …
Manning and Brady Rekindle Friendly Rivalry on Social Media with Fishing Pics
The playful rivalry between NFL legends Eli Manning and Tom Brady continues, this time off the field and onto the high seas! On Monday, Brady posted a photo on Instagram of himself shirtless, holding a fish. Manning, never one to …
Quebec Anglers Land Massive 109-Pound Halibut Through the Ice
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
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
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 …