Erie Fishers Upset About Fish Cleaning Rules July 9, 2024Fisher MelFishers in Erie, Pennsylvania, are not happy about a rule that says they must leave some skin on their fish when using public cleaning stations. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat...
Big Oaks Wildlife Refuge Hosts Free Fishing Day for Kids July 9, 2024Fisher MelBig Oaks National Wildlife Refuge is set to reel in young anglers with its annual "Take a Kid Fishing Day" on July 13. The free event aims to hook children...
Anchorage Asks Fishers to Stop Using Lead Sinkers to Protect Wildlife July 7, 2024Fisher MelThe Anchorage Waterways Council is asking people to clean up after fishing and switch from lead sinkers to safer options. They say this can help save wildlife. Trash left behind...
California Offers Free Fishing Day on August 31 July 6, 2024Fisher MelThe California Department of Fish and Wildlife has announced a free fishing day for all Californians on August 31, 2024.
Arkansas Angler Breaks State Paddlefish Record July 4, 2024Fisher MelA Northwest Arkansas fisherman has shattered the state record for paddlefish, hauling in a 127-pound, 6-ounce giant from Beaver Lake. Mike Schleeper of Garfield was trolling for striped bass Saturday...
California Considers White Sturgeon for Endangered Species List July 2, 2024Fisher MelThe California Fish and Game Commission has approved white sturgeon as a candidate for listing under the California Endangered Species Act, potentially impacting recreational fishing in the state.
Florida Fisherman Critically Injured in Shark Attack July 1, 2024Fisher MelA fishing trip turned into a harrowing ordeal for a Florida man when a shark attacked him off the coast of Nassau County, leaving him in critical condition.
Cheaters' Prized Fishing Boat Hits Auction Block June 30, 2024Fisher MelA high-end fishing boat, forfeited by convicted tournament cheaters, is now up for grabs in a government auction. The vessel, valued at $130,000, was surrendered by Jacob Runyan and Chase...
Ohio's Walleye Swims Closer to State Fish Status June 26, 2024Fisher MelLawmakers cast their votes, propelling the walleye toward official recognition as Ohio's state fish. The House bill, introduced by Representatives Sean Brennan and D.J. Swearingen, garnered overwhelming support with a...
Florida Voters to Decide on Constitutional Fishing and Hunting Rights June 24, 2024Fisher MelFlorida's November ballot will include Amendment 2, a measure to establish fishing and hunting as constitutional rights. The proposal aims to preserve fishing and hunting as a "public right and...
Georgia Lawmakers Tackle Tricky Waters of Fishing Rights June 24, 2024Fisher MelA Georgia House study committee will soon wrestle with defining state waterways open for public use, a task described as daunting by Mike Worley, president of the Georgia Wildlife Federation....
Fishing Trip Turns into Massive Dog Rescue on Mississippi Lake June 23, 2024Fisher MelA routine fishing excursion on Grenada Lake took an unexpected turn when three men discovered 38 stranded hounds treading water a mile offshore. The canines, wearing expensive radio collars and white...