Washington state lawmakers increase hunting, fishing fees 38% — the first increase since 2011

Tim Clouser / The Center Square For the first time in over a decade, families that hunt and fish to put food on the table will see the price of that license increase on July 1 — a 38% “inflationary adjustment” — raising the average cost by more than $ …

76-Year-Old Man Drowns After Falling Into Lake While Fishing at Night with Friend

A Georgia man is dead after a fishing trip with a friend ended in drowning. Horace Gilbert, 76, was pronounced dead on Tuesday, April 22, after his body was recovered from Lake Eufaula.  The deceased had gone fishing Monday, April 21 night with a friend …

Fishing with Capt. George Tunison | Preparing to fish for tarpon

This time of year my in-box typically fills up with this type of mail – “Hi, I’m new to the area and want to try tarpon fishing. What kind of rod should I buy?” To which I usually reply, probably more than one because of the different areas you might be …

Catch-and-release bass fishing underway in Vermont

ESSEX — Vermont’s catch-and-release bass fishing is underway with what promises to be some of the hottest bass fishing action in New England as the weather starts warming up. “Spring catch-and-release bass fishing is a really special time to be on the …

Swan Caught In Fishing Line, Hook Rescued On LI 'Easily Avoidable'

Posted Thu, Apr 24, 2025 at 8:17 pm ET|Updated Thu, Apr 24, 2025 at 8:21 pm ET LONG ISLAND, NY — A swan caught in fishing line with a hook attached to its body was rescued from Lake Ronkonkoma on Monday. Strong Island Animal Rescue got a call about a swan …

ODWC Fishing Report April 21; Sponsored by Josh Short Plumbing and Remodeling

Northeast Kaw Lake: Apr 21. Elevation is 1 ft. above normal and rising, water temperature 60°F and stained. (USACE Lake Level) Paddlefish excellent on snagging around below the dam. Blue, channel, and flathead catfish good on crawfish, cut bait, shad, …

Officials explain benefits of reopening commercial fishing in Pacific Monument

The chairman of the Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council Taulapapa William Sword and Board member Taotasi Archie Soliai discussed on 93 KHJ’s Morning Show yesterday the April 17 proclamation by President Trump that reopens commercial fishing …

Weekly Fishing Report: April 24

Early registration ends April 30 for Bricks & Sticks fishing tourney

The deadline for early bird pricing for a fishing tournament that serves as the largest networking event for those in the building industry is just about here.  Lee Building Industry Association’s 18th Annual Bricks & Sticks fishing tournament takes …

Officials recommend Salmon fishing in California for the first time in years

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Lining up for a boat inspection, lifelong fisherman Mike Popovich recalls fond memories of salmon fishing in California — especially a particular day on the Klamath. What You Need To Know Salmon fishing is likely to return for …