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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, …
Fishing Technique Trends and Demographic Shifts in 2024
As we move further into 2024, the fishing community is witnessing the rise of several innovative techniques that are captivating anglers and reshaping traditional fishing methods. Two of the most prominent techniques gaining traction are the Bait Finesse System (BFS) …
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 …
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 …
David Beckham Faces Backlash Over Norwegian Fishing Trip
David Beckham has become the center of controversy after traveling to Norway for a fishing expedition, raising concerns among locals who believe he received preferential treatment for an activity that is typically prohibited. The former football star was recently seen …
Shenandoah National Park Suspends All Fishing, Effective Immediately
Shenandoah National Park has announced the immediate suspension of all fishing in its streams and rivers due to dry conditions that have lowered stream flows and increased water temperatures. According to a press release on June 28, these conditions have …
Connecticut Angler Shatters State Carp Record with Whopping Catch
Brian Santos, a skilled angler from Connecticut, has a whopper of a tale to tell after reeling in a record-breaking common carp! The monstrous fish, caught at Lake Lillinonah, weighed in at a staggering 45 pounds and 5 ounces, surpassing …
Georgia Woman Reels in New Saltwater Fishing Record
A 21-year-old St. Marys resident, Lauren Harden, has shattered a nearly 50-year-old state record for saltwater fish. On May 24th, while fishing off Cumberland Island, Georgia’s largest barrier island, Harden reeled in a massive crevalle jack weighing a whopping 33 …
