Tag Archives: Fishing news

New Spotted Bass Record Set at Lake Hartwell During MLF Invitational

March 20, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

A new Lake Hartwell spotted bass record was set during the Major League Fishing (MLF) Invitational, with a massive 6.25-lb. bass caught by pro angler Chad Mrazek from Texas on March 16. The record-breaking fish not only earned Mrazek recognition …

Deep-Sea Fisherman Reels in One of the Strangest Fish Ever Caught

March 16, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Garrett

Some creatures from the deep seem more suited for a sci-fi horror movie than the ocean. A fisherman recently hauled in one of the strangest-looking fish ever seen, sparking fascination—and a fair share of nightmares—across the internet. Russian trawlerman Roman …

Massachusetts Teen Lands State-Record Largemouth Bass Through the Ice

March 16, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Kelly

After spending nearly 300 days on the water last year, 13-year-old Kyler Leslie was more prepared than most to reel in a record-breaking largemouth bass through the ice. On February 23, Leslie landed a massive 7.71-pound, 25-inch-long bass in Massachusetts, …

Rare Colorado Cutthroat Trout Making a Strong Comeback

March 6, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

One of the country’s rarest trout subspecies is experiencing a remarkable resurgence in southeastern Colorado. The Hayden Creek cutthroat trout, once nearly wiped out by wildfire in 2016, has been rediscovered thriving in its native waters. This unique cutthroat trout, …

Young Angler Sets St. Marys River Bowfin Record

March 5, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

A piece of cut bream fished on the bottom led to a record-setting bowfin catch for Colt James on the St. Marys River. On Feb. 22, Colt James of Waycross landed a 6-lb., 7.68-oz. bowfin while fishing with his father. …

Burbot: The Misunderstood Predator of the Ice Belt

March 5, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Sarah

Ling cod, eelpout, lota, and lawyer—these are all names for one of the Ice Belt’s most misunderstood fish: the burbot. With an elongated body resembling a cross between a catfish, an eel, and a salamander, the burbot stands out. A …

Record-Breaking Bass Caught from Shore at Lady Bird Lake

March 3, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

A Dripping Springs musician landed a record-breaking largemouth bass while fishing from shore at Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin. Willie Pipkin reeled in a 14.05-pound bass, setting a new water body record for the 468-acre reservoir. Pipkin, a professional …

Anglers Stun Australia with Record-Breaking 80kg Cobia Catch

February 25, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Kevin

A long-standing fishing record has been shattered as a group of Australian anglers landed a massive 80-kilogram cobia off the coast of Fremantle, Western Australia. Drew Clowes, from Jazz Charters, was fishing with young angler Koby Duncan when the extraordinary …

Empowering Women in Fishing: Overcoming Challenges and Seizing Opportunities

February 25, 2025 | 🪝 Baitshop Life | Baitshop Kevin

The growth of women’s fishing has been remarkable, but challenges still exist. It is crucial to highlight both the obstacles female anglers face and the mindset shifts that can foster success. By focusing on what can be controlled and changed, …

Maryland Angler Reclaims State Record with 20.5-Pound Longnose Gar

February 21, 2025 | 🪝 Fishing News | Baitshop Garrett

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources has officially recognized David Confair of Secretary, Dorchester County, as the new state record holder for longnose gar. Confair landed the massive 20.5-pound, 49.5-inch fish on February 8 while fishing Marshyhope Creek. Using a …