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.
Early data gathered by wildlife agencies in the western basin of Lake Erie indicate great news for Ohio anglers, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR). The 2018 walleye hatch appears to be […]
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner (DEC) Basil Seggos announced today that a new state record fish – the third this year – was caught in August, breaking a longstanding record for longnose […]
The National Professional Anglers Association’s (NPAA) Executive Director, Patrick Neu, traveled to Washington D.C. last week to testify at a U.S. Senate hearing on harmful algal blooms held by the Senate’s Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries, and […]
Catching fish on topwater lures is among the most exciting experiences enjoyed by contemporary bass anglers. A consistent, rhythmic, or even stealthy presentation sometimes triggers the most surface bites. Under other conditions, however, it’s best […]
Lew’s Holdings Corporation, a leading supplier of branded fishing and hunting gear and accessories, announced today that Ken Eubanks has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer. Gary Remensnyder will remain involved in the business as […]
On Monday (AUGUST 29, 2018), President Trump announced that the U.S. and Mexico reached an agreement to revise the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). Free trade between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada is a […]
You can always be ready to go camping if you stay prepared. Grab three large plastic storage bins from a local store. Keep air mattresses, pumps, pillows and tarps in one bin. In the second […]
There are a few steps you can take to improve your skills as a beginner bow hunter. The first is to practice. Take some time to shoot at least a few quivers of arrows a […]
If you plan on hiking in hot weather, freeze your water bottles the night before. In addition to hydration, the cold bottles held against your skin can help cool you down. Sunscreen is a necessity […]
One of Central California’s most ancient fish, the green sturgeon, now has a plan that will steer it toward recovery. NOAA Fisheries released a final recovery plan under the Endangered Species Act (ESA) on August 21, […]
On Wednesday, the Trump Administration announced that they are considering increasing the Section 301 tariff on $200 billion in Chinese products from 10 to 25 percent – which includes boats, marine parts, and trailer tires. […]
Kayak fishing means being able to access some of the most under-fished and remote waters out there. When you rig up your kayak this season make sure you can access everything you need with Gear […]
Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has confirmed growth of Eurasian water milfoil (Myriophyllum spicatum) in the north end of Cobbosseecontee (aka Cobbossee) Lake in Winthrop. The plant was discovered in July by Friends of […]
Since that fateful day in 2002 when the first “frankenfish” was discovered in a pond in Crofton in Anne Arundel County, we’ve wondered exactly what would be the impact of a new invasive species taking […]
The Army Corps of Engineers builds dams to control river flows and lake reservoirs to produce hydroelectric power. In addition, they open river and lakeside areas to the public and provide recreation opportunities for fishing, […]
If you’ve never fished at night during the summer, you’re missing out on a very special experience. Before you try it, develop an intimate feel and knowledge of the water you are going to fish. […]
Tony Roach introduces the new Glo-Shot® Jig. This single hook jig works perfect when jigged, suspended under a bobber or left to glow all night long on a rattle reel. The Glo-Shot® Jig design was inspired […]
Whether heading to the public fishing pier or secluded backcountry streams, Plano’s new A-Series 2.0 Backpack carries all the fishing essentials and keeps the angler’s hands free to fish while on the move. The A-Series […]
In the Great Lakes, NOAA’s Office of Habitat Conservation is partnering with the Friends of the Detroit River. This dedicated group of local citizens is charged by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to work in […]
More than 15,000 representatives from the domestic and international recreational fishing and boating community converged on the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, Fla., July 10-13, for the 61st International Convention of Allied Sportfishing […]
Summer arrived with excessive heat, excessive storms and excessive water. With things finally calming down, anglers are venturing out again. Reports coming in are encouraging, and summer patterns should be setting up with the next […]
Award winning outdoor writer and fishing seminar host Wil Wegman of Bradford Ontario, might be better known for catching fish than swimming with them, but it’s exactly the latter he will be doing on Saturday […]
Mike Frisch is a veteran western Minnesota fishing guide and has an impressive resume’ as a tournament angler with wins and high finishes in walleye and bass tournaments across the Midwest. Frisch is also a co-founder […]
“DIVES LESS THAN 1 FOOT” 7/7/2018 – Niagara Falls, ON – The exciting NEW American Smelt, shallow dive Crank Bait is great for trolling or shallow water casting as it only dives 8 inches! Fantastic […]
Summer crappie fishing includes a wide variety of fishing tactics. Enjoy the summer action. Learn how in the July issue of CrappieNow Digital On-Line Magazine, free each month. Opening Cast – First boats are memorable. My […]
Join Thundermist Lure Company at ICAST Booth Number 3416 7/6/2018 – Niagara Falls, ON – The Stingnose Jigging Spoon is an exciting new Jigging Spoon that fish simply cannot resist, and anglers absolutely love. Developed […]
This week, Dan Small Outdoors Radio features Castle Rock-Petenwell Lakes Association president Barb Baker, Angler Qwest Pontoons designer Brad Dupuie, kayak instructor Jon Small and archery expert JC Chamberlin. Dan and Jeff lie low and […]
For over 60 years, Worden’s Rooster Tail spinners have been helping anglers catch everything from trout to tiger muskies. The colorful lures, with its iconic willow leaf spinner blade and pulsating hackle tail are irresistible […]
Anyone who’s fished the progressive softbait material figures it out pretty much after the very first bite: Z-Man’s ElaZtech® softbaits are different. Are they better? Do they catch more fish? Plenty of anglers would […]
Pleasant weather conditions and several days of light rain have made the fish a bit more aggressive in this area. Several lakes that are managed for walleyes have been producing nicely but perhaps the most […]
Wow. It’s the time of year there is a lot of great catches occurring on from the small in-land lakes to Lake Erie. Read this issue of the Fishing Report to find the species of […]
This week, Dan Small Outdoors Radio features retired DNR wildlife biologist Dick Nikolai, Mercer Chamber of Commerce executive director Beth Wetzler, charter captain “Dumper” Dan Welsch and McFarland guide Ron Barefield. Dan fishes lakes Winnebago […]
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports that Kerry Glenn of Sedalia became the most recent record-breaking angler in Missouri when he hooked a goldeye on Truman Lake using a rod and reel. The new […]
An angler from Stillwater has set a new record for lake sturgeon in the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ catch-and-release category. Jack Burke and fishing buddy Michael Orgas were recently on a lake sturgeon fishing […]
Weather patterns have begun to settle down and this has helped fishing success to some degree. Temperatures for the remainder of the week will remain in the seventies with a chance of light rain and […]
Uribe Fishing Products has introduced its new Riverside Series – a selection of custom quality bass rods that are incredibly lightweight, yet stronger and more durable than other rods in their class. The series includes […]
Limited edition Mepps Aglia 80th Anniversary Lure Kit containing all 6 limited edition lures. Size #3 and #5 Aglias with a gold blade and plain treble hook. Size #3 and #5 Aglias with a silver […]
They’ll pour in by the thousands — tiny largemouth bass, no bigger than a human finger, making their way from plastic sacks to freedom. Altogether, some 100,000 black bass fingerlings will be released into the […]
This week, Dan Small Outdoors Radio features outdoor writer and TV host Scott Stankowski, Castle Rock-Petenwell Lakes Association director Fred Nickel, Wisconsin DNR upland wildlife ecologist Mark Witecha and pro angler Duffy Kopf. Jeff reports […]
HT Enterprise’s Jimmy Houston signature line of products now part of the Ridge Road Outdoor Marketplace & Order Fulfillment Center to expand their reach and sales. Jimmy Houston, legendary professional fisherman has joined up with […]
It was a long, memorable Memorial Day weekend for 41-year-old Andrew “Andy” Fox of Mechanicsville. Fox, along with two of his closest friends headed to Indian Head, Mattawoman Creek, in Charles County for a little […]
This story appeared on City Pages First. They worried the muskies would eat the walleye and crappies. They also worried that humans brave enough to venture into the water would get bitten. Otter Tail County […]
June is a great month for early summer fishing. It’s been hotter than normal this year, so check out the tactics in CrappieNow Digital Magazine to get the latest how-to articles and tips for catching […]
A man who snagged his first paddlefish ever is now in the record books! Larry Morphew caught the paddlefish in the Arkansas River above Lake Keystone on April 29. After being checked, Morphew’s monster was […]
News about: The National Professional Anglers Association, NPAA Members, NPAA Partners, the Industry, Sportfishing Advocacy Alerts, Articles, Promotions and More NPAA Member News: Hawley Environmental School Fifth Graders Learn the Fishing Basics On Wednesday, May […]
I don’t want to jinx it…but it really looks like spring has finally arrived to NW PA. And it lit-erally happened overnight. After a wet, cold, snowy April (including snow on my vehicle the last […]
Beneath the surface, things rarely match the imagination. Consider the waterscape beneath a boat dock. Any idea what’s down there? Nope, but sure would like to know. What about that big sunken tree you’ve tried […]
This week, Dan Small Outdoors Radio features CWD project leader Bryan Richards, charter captain “Dumper” Dan Welsch and McFarland fishing guide Ron Barefield. Dan reads a bear-hunting story by Bill Wiesner and reports on his […]
As a serious fishermen you need your fishing line to be as serious as you are. Fitzgerald Fishing has developed what we feel is some of the best braid on the market today. Vursa Braid […]
News about: The National Professional Anglers Association, NPAA Members, NPAA Partners, the Industry, Sportfishing Advocacy Alerts, Articles, Promotions and More NPAA Member News: Yamaha/Ranger Pro Spencer Deutz Holds Fishing Clinic for Youth On Saturday May […]
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