ODU Magazine’s “Fishing News” Fresh is our number one category. Covering everything from national and regional topics that affect our pass time, to new tackle, rods and reels. We share news here from ASA, IFGA, and several other groups. But, ODU touches on other fresh water fishing topics here as well.
All aspects of fish habitat are important and beneficial when it comes to fisheries management. From vegetation and structure to water quality, it’s important to take every aspect of your aquatic ecosystem into consideration. Structural […]
A tiny Mojave desert fish that was once thought extinct — and might still be — is getting a bit more habitat in a small town near Death Valley National Park. The Shoshone pupfish, a […]
Waveborn, an innovative sunglass company for the fashion, luxury, and outdoors markets, is proud to showcase over 100 different types of polycarbonate lenses produced by Carl Zeiss, the international leader in the field of optics. […]
If you drive a truck, haul gear or pull a trailer, then the BOLT Series of locks is for you. The BOLT Series of locks lets you set all your truck, trailer and equipment locks […]
With a file of more than 42,000 big-game trophies dating back to 1830, the Boone and Crockett Club may be the world’s leader in assessing field photos. Done well, a photo has the power to […]
Fall is a magical time when the leaves become a kaleidoscope or gorgeous colors and predator fish of all kinds forget their particular species and gather in great numbers to feed on the abundant schools […]
A sharp knife is the perfect companion for any outdoorsman. So is the National Wild Turkey Federation, who fights every day to save wildlife habitat and the hunting lifestyle. Join the NWTF today for only […]
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During the last several months, dolphins have washed ashore along the northern Gulf Coast with bullet wounds, missing jaws and hacked-off fins and federal officials said they are looking into the mysterious deaths. The most […]
KeepAmericaFishing™ is offering an exclusive holiday deal to our advocates, courtesy of our friends at Plano! For just $85 you can choose from either the Kevin VanDam Signature Series or the 787 StowAway System tackle […]
This great annual event will be held on Saturday, December 14, 2013 at the Pinnacle Boat Ramp on Highway 150 in Mooresville, N.C. The starting time is 7:30 a.m. and the weigh-in is 3:30 p.m. […]
Ice fishing season is at our door step and ODU Magazine gets in just in time with our first of two ice fishing editions this ice fishing season. 19 articles on ice fishing with bonus […]
Lew’s® has officially launched its American Hero® Speed Stick® rod series out of genuine respect for America’s military veterans and with a sincere promise to never forget them. American Hero is more than just a […]
Three-in-ones have liberated cubicles and corner offices worldwide. Used to be that the printer, scanner and copier were standalone units, eating up space with their one-dimensional capacities. In a fish house, sonar and underwater cameras […]
Using new authority granted by the last regular session of the Legislature, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission Thursday approved a rule requiring anyone leaving or approaching public waters in 17 North Texas counties to […]
ODU wants to make sure we are doing our best for our growing readership, which now nearly reaches 30,000 unique readers per month. After this initial survey, we will follow with others that include prizes […]
If you own a boat with a livewell, I encourage you to check out the V-T2 from New Pro Products, a new supporter of Activist Angler. It’s a simple, ingenious, and inexpensive way to take […]
Sunline America is proud to announce that it is introducing a new technique specific fluorocarbon line called Structure FC. Sunline Pro member Mike McClelland was behind the creation of this specialty line, working very closely […]
The New Fishing Year kicks off January 3-5, 2014 with the annual National Professional Anglers Association Conference. The Crowne Plaza hotel near the Minneapolis airport hosts the meetings, with a line-up of world-renowned speakers, a […]
There are probably a few more fishing trips to come for my boat and me in the next couple of weeks, but a look at the weather forecast and a quick walk outside reminded me […]
Exploring with Bro: Northwoods fishing guide Brian ‘Bro’ Brosdahl gets a change of scenery. Brian Brosdahl wanted to cross the road but first he needed to figure out how to reach the other side. That’s […]
I first met Silas Sconiers on Sept. 10 at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore’s Park Training Room. Members of the Miller, Porter County and Diana chapters of the Izaak Walton League of America, Perch America, Northwest […]
The PowerPot Premium Bundle is everything you need to keep charging in any situation. It’s lightweight generator magically transforms heat into electricity! Use it camping, hunting, ice fishing or at home during a power outage. […]
Buying the right “stuff” for the angler in your life can be a daunting task. Here’s a list of a dozen fishing gifts to bring a smile to your angler’s face. Whether you’re a professional […]
50% Off All Orders, Plus Free Shipping (in continental USA) on orders of $10 or more.BLACK FRIDAY through CYBER MONDAY! One time only….ZiptailZ Is On Sale! For just 4 days you can get one […]
In celebration of hunting and angling adventures, Rod & Rifle Bourbon teams up with Wildlife Forever to conserve America’s hunting and fishing heritage. In stores for the holidays, from Prestige Imports LLC, the new release […]
State officials from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) and the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) have confirmed that environmental DNA (eDNA) from the invasive Asian silver carp has been found in […]
A team of Ohio conservationists is dedicated to re-establishing the endangered eastern hellbender, the largest amphibian in Ohio and one of the largest salamanders in the world, in areas it once occupied, according to the […]
Atlantic sturgeon are spawning again in the Chesapeake Bay. But they’ve been gone so long that we’ve forgotten the basic life history information that scientists need to boost their recovery. A species recovery grant from […]
With Thanksgiving coming up in a few weeks, we want to know what fishing item your are most thankful for? Snag Proof Is Asking. Link to post your answer….. Makers of the world’s finest weedless […]
The late hour and the cool night air comforted the angler as his wandering thoughts recalled the trophy bass he caught that day. Soft music streamed from his tackle box, adding calm to the atmosphere […]
Through its corporate volunteering and outreach program, The SOLution, SOLitude Lake Management, an industry leader in lake and pond management, fisheries management and related environmental services for the Eastern United States, donated $2600 in turkeys […]
Anglers from countries on four continents including the Ukraine, Serbia, New South Wales, Brazil and across the U.S, were among the winners of an international photo contest showing off custom fishing rods they crafted. The […]
“This reel truly deserves the name ‘legend’ on its spool,” said WaveSpin CEO Russ Riley of its newest offering the Legend 250. “In the eight years since WaveSpin’s inception, this is the finest reel we’ve […]
Brought to you by PA Great Lake Region tourism. What’s biting in the counties of Crawford, Erie, Mercer and Venango? News Briefs: Mandated Winter Wear…The PFBC reminds boaters that November 1st marked the first […]
Fish do not feel pain the way humans do. That is the conclusion drawn by an international team of researchers consisting of neurobiologists, behavioural ecologists and fishery scientists. One contributor to the landmark study was […]
Arapaima, one of the world’s biggest freshwater fish and the largest freshwater fish of South America, is unique among fish – it can breathe air. The largest specimens can reach more than 2.5 m in […]
Why We Fish: Reel Wisdom from Real Fishermen? During the short time since its publication, this book by award-winning writer Robert Montgomery has collected rave reviews from the fishing community and Amazon.com. In this behind-the-scenes […]
Catch the Muskie of Your Dreams This Month on Giant Flatsticks, Vibrax Super BousAs the nights cool this fall, anglers toss and turn, dreaming of muskies – giant, muskies. When targeting muskies this fall, from […]
Jud Peck, a retired New York State Environmental Conservation Officer, who served New Yorkers from 1957 to 1991, with the last 14 years as a Lieutenant, has joined our team. Since a young age Jud […]
If fishing didn’t save my life, it — at the very least — preserved my sanity. For a year, it provided my only respite from thinking about the horrific way in which my best friends […]
U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell said $162 million will be invested in 45 restoration and research projects that will better protect Atlantic Coast communities from future powerful storms by restoring marshes, wetlands and […]
The majority of people that have ever fished have a “tall fish tale.” The monster fish that got away or you forgot your camera, etc. We have all heard the many excuses. For many of […]
Brought to you by PA Great Lakes Region tourism. What’s biting in the counties of Crawford, Erie, Mercer and Venango? FRENCH CREEK flowing through all four counties. Al Bell (Franklin) filed 11/3: Angler Al’s French […]
One of the newest technologies to hit the fishing industry in a decade may spell the end of the line for the fisherman’s fib about “the one that got away.” Propel IP, LLC, an intellectual […]
For the first time ever, you can now add a skirt to any of your existing treble hook lures. Let the unique design of the patent pending tri-wing connector bring life to your treble lures. […]
Pike grow to a relatively large size; lengths of 59 in and weights of 55 lb are not unheard of and have been recorded in Wawang Lake. The heaviest specimen known so far was caught […]
“Limit Your Catch – Don’t Catch Your Limit!” It’s a “catch phrase” that’s “caught on.” When Recycled Fish started back in 2004, spreading the word on Catch and Release and Selective Harvest was our primary […]
Justin Webb didn’t set out to catch a near-record fish Thursday night as he headed out to Lake Champlain near the Champlain Canal’s entrance to the lake. He was hoping to catch catfish and maybe […]
Things sure are heating up around here. The Inferno Micro rods from Powell represent smoking hot performance at a cool down-to-earth price. Offered in both spinning and casting models between 6’10” and 7’6” in length, […]
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