Tag Archives: Fishing news

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

January 26, 2026 | πŸͺ 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 | πŸͺ 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 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

Ben Simmons has a team againβ€”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 | πŸͺ 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 | πŸͺ 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 | πŸͺ 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 …

Invasive Species Alert: Record-Bass in Tennessee Raises Concerns

November 20, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Kelly

A Tennessee fishing guide, Caleb Bell, made headlines by catching a state-record Alabama bass, weighing 7 pounds 3 ounces, from Parksville Reservoir in Polk County. However, officials are sounding the alarm because this species is considered invasive and threatens local …

Record-Breaking Murray Cod Sets Upstream Swimming Record for Freshwater Fish

October 29, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Kevin

A remarkable Australian freshwater Murray cod has stunned scientists by completing an unprecedented 530-mile journey along a major river system, setting a new record for its species. Named after Olympic champion Ariarne Titmus, the fish traveled mostly upstream before turning …

Maine Largemouth Bass Sets Record

October 7, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Garrett

A 7-pound largemouth bass stole the show on a friends’ fishing trip in Maine. Tom Payne and his friends had been fishing the lakes and ponds near Liberty, Maine, for several days. They were targeting big largemouth bass. The Catch …

Record Buffalo: What You Need to Know About This Giant Fish

October 3, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Garrett

Smallmouth buffalo are a type of fish that can grow to massive sizes. Recently, a 54-pound, 7-ounce smallmouth buffalo was caught in Texas, setting a 50-pound line-class world record. What is a Buffalo? Buffalo are a group of fish, including …