Tag Archives: Fishing news

Wisconsin Ice Angler Lands a Devil’s Lake Giant That Could Rewrite the Record Books

March 5, 2026 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Kevin

What started as a quiet day on the ice turned into absolute pandemonium when a Wisconsin angler pulled up a yellow perch that may rewrite North Dakota’s record books. Alan Hintz has spent more than 50 years ice fishing, chasing …

Massive 15.75 Pound Largemouth Could Set New Tennessee Record

February 28, 2026 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

A giant largemouth bass caught on Nickajack Lake may soon rewrite the record books in Tennessee. The fish, weighing an impressive 15.75 pounds, is currently under review and could surpass the existing state record set in 2015. Sequatchie County angler …

Young Angler Lands Record-Breaking Freshwater Drum in Vermont

February 25, 2026 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

Vermont officials have confirmed a new state fishing record after an impressive catch during the 2025 season. A massive freshwater drum landed last summer has now been officially recognized as the largest ever recorded in the state. Ten-year-old Grayson Carey …

Proposed Policy Shifts Could Reshape Salmon Fishing in British Columbia

January 31, 2026 | 🪝 Fishing News | 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 …

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

January 26, 2026 | 🪝 Fishing News | 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 …

How One Texas Angler Is Reinventing Bass Lures with 3D Printing

January 26, 2026 | 🪝 Artificial Lures | Baitshop Kelly

Technology and fishing do not always get mentioned in the same breath, but one Texas angler is proving they belong together. Instead of relying solely on store-bought tackle, Goya Lin has taken bass fishing into the future by designing and …

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

December 25, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | 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 | 🪝 Fishing News | 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 | 🪝 Fishing News | 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 …

Polish Anglers Land Record-Breaking 9.6 Foot Wels Catfish

November 26, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Garrett

In a stunning catch, Krzysztof Pyra and Adrian Gontarz, anglers from Poland’s Polish Angling Academy, have landed a massive Wels catfish measuring 292 centimeters (9.6 feet) at Rybnik Reservoir in southern Poland. This incredible catch beats the previous record of …