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Challenging Start for Ice Fishing Season in Northwest Montana Due to Mild Weather

January 3, 2024 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

The absence of snow in Western Montana has been impacting various winter activities, from ski resorts to Glacier National Park. Among the affected pastimes is ice fishing, a beloved winter tradition in Montana that has taken a hit due to …

Minnesota’s New Legislation Aims to Preserve the Purity of Ice Fishing Lakes

December 31, 2023 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Garrett

In a concerted effort to preserve the pristine nature of Minnesota’s frozen lakes during ice fishing expeditions, the state has enacted a groundbreaking law that empowers conservation officers to issue on-the-spot citations for littering violations. The recent legislation, passed in …

This Fish Eats Piranhas for Breakfast

December 28, 2023 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

In the Bolivian Amazon, a colossal freshwater fish named paiche or Arapaima gigas has become a significant presence, growing up to 4 meters long and weighing over 200kg. Guillermo Otta Parum, a Bolivian fisherman with over 50 years of experience, …

Lakefront Perch and Still Waiting for Ice in Chicago

December 26, 2023 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Kevin

The latest Midwest Fishing Report centers around the December focus on lakefront perch and the anticipation of ice. Anglers at 85th Street reported perch action, with varied success based on timing and techniques. Other areas, including Navy Pier, also saw …

Safely Discover the Thrills of Ice Fishing

Winter doesn’t have to mean staying indoors and battling cabin fever. Ice fishing offers a thrilling and cost-effective way to embrace the winter season while enjoying the great outdoors. Here’s your go-to guide to kick-start your ice fishing adventure: Embark …

Missouri Angler Achieves Record-breaking Catch within 15 Minutes of Fishing Outing

December 26, 2023 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Brandy

In a stroke of extraordinary luck, Anthony Rozniak from St. Peters, Missouri, had his fishing trip plans upended when, just 15 minutes into his outing with his brother on the Missouri River, he reeled in a remarkable 3-pound skipjack herring, …

Unusual Warm Spell Raises Risks and Delays for Ice Fishing Enthusiasts

December 26, 2023 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

Unseasonably warm weather in Northeast Wisconsin is causing unexpected hazards and delays for ice fishers, disrupting the usual winter ice fishing season. The impact has been so significant that seasoned individuals in the field are expressing concerns about the safety …

Bass Pro Shops Puzzled by Peculiar Theft of Live Tarpon

December 23, 2023 | 🪝 Featured | Baitshop Rob

A bizarre incident unfolded at a Bass Pro Shops in Southwest Florida, leaving authorities puzzled as they search for a suspect involved in an unusual theft. Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies are actively pursuing a male suspect accused of pilfering …

Impressive 13.5-Pound Tautog Catch Amidst Challenging Weather Conditions

December 18, 2023 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

As the “12 Days of Christmas” shopping spree continues at Atlantic Tackle, the local fishing community in Ocean City, MD, faced some tumultuous weather in the past 24 hours. A forecasted Nor’easter swept through the area, unleashing high winds, relentless …

Father and Daughter Discover Presumed 152-Year-Old Shipwreck During Fishing Trip

December 18, 2023 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

While enjoying a fishing expedition near Green Island in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Tim Wollak and his 5-year-old daughter, Henley, stumbled upon an unexpected find with their fish finder sonar device. Initially mistaken for a rare freshwater octopus by Henley, the …