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Upper Deschutes Basin Celebrates Historic Steelhead Comeback
A record-breaking number of adult steelhead have returned to the Pelton Round Butte hydropower project on the Deschutes River during the 2024-2025 migration season, marking a major victory for fish reintroduction efforts. More than 950 steelhead successfully passed upstream of …
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“Living Dinosaur” Caught: Hilton Angler Sets New York State Record
A fisherman from Hilton, New York, has landed a record-breaking longnose gar, a species often referred to as a “living dinosaur,” according to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Chuck Zimmerman, a Monroe County resident, reeled in …
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Texas Youth Achieves Triple Lake Record in Single Day
A 12-year-old angler from Crawford, Texas, Kenton Mabry, achieved an extraordinary feat on March 11, setting three lake fishing records in a single day at Tradinghouse Creek Reservoir near Waco. Accompanied by his father, Brad, Kenton launched their bass boat …
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Person Charged with Illegal Fishing in North GA Mountains
A person was arrested on Saturday for illegal fishing activities in the north Georgia mountains, specifically on the Chattahoochee River in White County. A game warden was dispatched to investigate a complaint regarding illegal fishing in the area. Upon arrival, …
Record Bull Shark Caught at Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo
A remarkable milestone was achieved at the recent Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, where a fishing crew set a new state record by catching a colossal bull shark. The Bon Secour Butchers team, aboard The Orca, landed a 494.5-pound bull …
U.S. Promises $240M to Improve Fish Hatcheries Protecting Tribal Rights in Pacific Northwest
The U.S. government has announced a $240 million investment to enhance salmon and steelhead hatcheries in the Pacific Northwest. This initiative aims to support declining fish populations and uphold the treaty-protected fishing rights of Native American tribes. Key Details Initial …
New York State Fishing Record Set with Catch Dating Back 100 Million Years
A new record for the largest longnose gar in New York was set by Chuck Zimmerman from Hilton, Monroe County. He caught the fish at Butterfield Lake, Jefferson County, on June 21, 2024. The fish weighed 15 pounds, 14 ounces, …
Maine Lobster Boat Racing Season Begins with Excitement
Maine’s lobster boat racing season kicked off with a splash in Boothbay Harbor on Saturday and Rockland Harbor on Sunday. The events attracted 44 boats, a noticeable increase from last year, showcasing the growing enthusiasm for this unique maritime tradition. …
Erie Crowned Best Fishing Town in Pennsylvania
Attention Pennsylvania fishing enthusiasts: a recent study has identified the top fishing spot in the state, and the crown goes to Erie. FishingBooker.com recently named Erie as the premier location for fishing in Pennsylvania, with three nearby towns also making …
Montauk Fisherman Receives 30-Month Sentence for Illegal Fluke Fishing
Chris Winkler, a 65-year-old fisherman from Montauk, N.Y., was sentenced to 30 months in prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to harvest and sell fluke and black sea bass far beyond legal limits. This sentence follows a conviction in …
Texas Angler Shatters World Record with Massive Largemouth Bass
Lea Anne Powell has made history by catching the largest largemouth bass ever recorded in her line class at O.H. Ivie Lake, Texas. This monumental achievement has put Texas on the map for bass fishing enthusiasts worldwide. After months of …
Heroic Fisherman Rescues 38 Dogs from Drowning
During a routine fishing trip, two friends and local fishing guide Jordan Chrestman became an unexpected hero when he saved 38 dogs from drowning in Grenada Lake, Mississippi. Initially setting out for a day of fishing, the group relocated to …
Woman Goes Viral for Fishing with a Bear
A remarkable video has captured the internet’s attention, featuring a woman named Dasha fishing with a giant bear named Sequoia by her side. The footage showcases their extraordinary bond as they sit together peacefully near a river. Sequoia, a rescued …