May 06
'Get the lead out' for fishing openerEden Prairie News, MN – Karla on MayThe Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is reminding anglers to replace lead sinkers and jigs with lead-free fishing tackle. The MPCA says "lead is a toxic metal that poisons birds and other wildlife, including Minnesota favorites such as loons and …DNR Lists Top 10 Fishing Violations Northland Pressa list of 10 walleye hot spots Minneapolis Star TribuneDNR searches for answers to slow steelhead fishing Stillwater CourierPrior Lake American – The Patriot-News – PennLive.comall 16 news articles
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May 06
What are the top bass lures? Here are my picks for the top eight. Do you have others? What are your favorite lures and why do you like them…
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May 06
Fishing reportThe Coloradoan, COFishing for trout has been fairly good and walleyes appear to be more active. Some smallmouth bass have been taken near rock structure. Carter Reservoir-The water level is at 5758.3, which is about 0.7 feet below the maximum. …
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May 06
State closes some fishing due to tilapiaWXVT, MS(AP) – The state Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has closed an area south of Port Sulphur to commercial and recreational fishing after tilapia were found in public waterways in the area. The closure, effective Tuesday, is in place indefinitely. …
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May 06
Canada.com
'Ghost fishing' major sea threat: UN reportAFPNAIROBI (AFP) — Lost or discarded fishing nets can continue to catch fish for years and are a growing threat to the planet's marine ecosystem, according to a United Nations report released Wednesday. "The report estimates that abandoned, …"Ghost fishing" by lost nets damages seas: UN Reuters UKUN says ghost nets hurting marine environment XinhuaFAO: Abandoned fishing nets damaging marine environment TopNewsWKRG-TVall 27 news articles
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May 06
To kick off National Fishing Week, the city of Chico will welcome kids to its free “Hooked On Fishing, Not On Drugs” event, one of the largest single-day children’s fishing events in the United States.
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May 06
Expect good lake fishing later this weekTheNewsTribune.com, WA – Jeffrey P. MayorAnglers should note the south side of the river from Mill Creek to the Barrier Dam is closed to all fishing through mid-June. Kalama: Chris Wagemann, a state fish biologist, said late hatchery winter steelhead returns have been favorable with 868 …Sidelines: Hooked on Fishing event May 30 Mercury-Registerall 3 news articles
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May 05
Hard times, warm spring spark rise in sales of Minnesota fishing …Pioneer Press, MN – Chris NiskanenBy Chris Niskanen Several Midwest states, including Minnesota, are seeing increases in fishing license sales this spring, sparking speculation that people are eager to shake off the winter and unemployment blues with a trip to their favorite lake. …DNR Lists Top 10 Fishing Violations Northland PressDNR searches for answers to slow steelhead fishing Stillwater CourierDNR: Boating safety tips to remember for the opening of boating … Prior Lake AmericanPrior Lake Americanall 14 news articles
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May 05
Northland Press
Panacea free Kids' Fishing Clinic set for May 9Santa Rosa Press Gazette, FLTeaching children a lifelong hobby, instilling an appreciation for our marine environment and providing a fun, family outing are the objectives for the Panacea Kids' Fishing Clinic. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), …Fishing: A popular pastime and a backyard boon for Minnesota Northland PressFree Kids' Fishing Clinic to be Held in Panacea Saturday, May 9 Wakulla.comMinnesota Fishermen Take a Critical Look at PETA Minneapolis Star Tribuneall 4 news articles
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May 05
Spring fishing in fine form for nowMorning Sentinel, maineFor fishermen, a late-arriving spring means, of course, late-arriving fishing. Mike Holt of Fairfield, who owns Fly Fishing Only in his hometown, is one of the most knowledgeable anglers in the Kennebec River region — if for no other reason than he's …
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May 05
MyFox Washington DC
Potomac River Tragedy Binds 2 Grieving FamiliesWashington Post, United States – Nick MiroffThe boy had slipped on rocks and fallen into the river while fishing with his father and brothers below Chain Bridge on April 26. Nguyen, who did not know the family, is thought to have gone in after the boy with another man and Castro's father, …Unidentified Boy's Body Found Along Potomac River WHSVBody Recovered from Potomac May Be Remains of Missing Boy News Channel 8* Body found along Potomac may be missing Winchester boy Northern Virginia DailyExaminer.com – NBC Washingtonall 11 news articles
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May 05
State delegate offers texts to keep watermen postedThe Virginian-Pilot, VA – Scott HarperBy Scott Harper A state delegate is offering a new service to help smooth an old problem for Virginia watermen – keeping current with the latest fishing rules. Beginning today, commercial fishermen can subscribe with Del. …Local Business briefs Daily Pressall 11 news articles
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May 05
Catch of the Day: Fishing Derby Lures Big CrowdPutnam County News and Recorder (subscription), NY – Michael Turtonby Michael Turton This site is a publication of The Putnam County News and Recorder, the source for news and information of the Philipstown and Putnam Valley area. The PCN&R is 143 years old, published in hard copy every Wednesday, and circulated …
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May 05
Vadnais Heights Press
Local anglers get guide dutyVadnais Heights Press, MN – Joseph Friedrichsby Joseph Friedrichs Two area fishing enthusiasts were selected to take the state's top officials cruising for lunkers when the annual Governor's Fishing Opener takes place May 9. Dennis Merry, an avid White Bear Lake angler, was selected to host Gov. …Chris Niskanen: Little Bear Bait & Tackle in White Bear Lake is … Pioneer PressWhite Bear Lake gets ready to reel in the Governor KARERules changes are few — but important Minneapolis Star TribuneMinnPost.com – Vadnais Heights Pressall 12 news articles
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May 05
Thiele proposes canceling state fishing licenses for 201027east.com, NY – Michael WrightBy Michael Wright State Assemblyman Fred W. Thiele Jr. and State Senator Kenneth P. LaValle introduced legislation this week that would repeal a proposal for New York State to require licenses for saltwater fishing. Assemblyman Thiele said it was …
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