Anglers in several mid-western states will be allowed to fish for paddlefish during the 2013 spring season. In most areas, paddlefishing is done by snagging fish as they move upriver during spawning runs. Depending on local regulations, anglers may harvest … Continued
In February, 2012, a fisherman caught a monster catfish while trotlining in South Carolina’s Lake Moultrie (part of the Santee Cooper reservoir system). Weighing 136 pounds, 6 ounces and 56 inches in length, it is the largest blue catfish ever … Continued
Based on predicted water releases over the coming weeks from Gavins Point Dam, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has decided to hold its paddlefish-snagging season. The season is Oct. 1-31. The … Continued
For 2011, four new archery (bowfishing) entries have been added to the state fishing record book by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Josh Adamson set an archery record with a 3-pound, 7-ounce European rudd, taken in Box Butte Reservoir … Continued
A new state-record bighead Asian carp was among nearly 12,000 fish taken by participants in the Bowfishing Association of Illinois’ second annual Director’s Shoot on the Illinois River near Starved Rock State Park, July 16-17. The new record for bighead … Continued