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Top 5 Best Lakes to Fish in California This Winter

November 23, 2024 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Sarah

California’s winter fishing season offers a wealth of opportunities for anglers seeking excitement, tranquility, and big catches. From serene alpine lakes to sprawling reservoirs, the Golden State provides some of the finest cold-weather fishing experiences. Here’s a guide to the …

A Quick Guide to Fly Fishing in the Golden State

November 29, 2023 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Sarah

California, a fly fisherman’s haven, boasts an array of lakes, streams, and rivers, making it a dream destination for anglers. With its abundant water resources, the state offers a unique opportunity for fly fishing adventures in both freshwater and saltwater …

The Bay Area Organization Aims to Combat “Ghost Fishing” in Tampa Bay Waters

November 15, 2023 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Garrett

The nonprofit Ocean Aid 360 has highlighted a concerning statistic: one in every 10 crab traps is lost or abandoned, contributing to “ghost fishing” in Tampa Bay. These neglected traps continue to ensnare and harm marine life for up to …

Where to Shop for Fishing Gear

April 20, 2023 | 🪝 Gear | Baitshop Brandy

Fishing is a popular hobby, and having the right gear can make all the difference in your success on the water. In this guide, we will cover the best places to find fishing gear, including both online and brick-and-mortar stores. …

Salmon Fishing Season in California has been Cancelled

March 13, 2023 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Sarah

Due to drought conditions that have been building over the past several years, officials in California have cancelled the salmon fishing season. Watch the brief news clip below and learn how this is affecting the fishing industry in the Golden …

You Simply Must Go Fly Fishing on the Upper Owens River

February 5, 2022 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Sarah

In the winter the waterways of the eastern sierras provide a bounty of large trout. Watch as an angler pulls a monster from a honey hole on the fly. Did you see the size of that trout? This massive trout …

Rare Anglerfish Washes Up on San Diego Beach

November 28, 2021 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Brandy

A fish typically found thousands of feet deep in the Pacific Ocean recently washed up on San Diego’s Black Beach. An anglerfish was found on the beach and its origin is still unknown. This kind of anglerfish is known as …

California Governor Newsom Signs Progressive Fishing License Bill

October 16, 2021 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Brandy

There’s a new fishing license bill that we recently signed by California Governor Gavin Newsom which allows anglers to fish on a year-round basis, according to reports. The new bill allows fishing licenses to be valid 365 days from the …