Apr 05

2009’s Best Spots for Reeling in Trophy-Sized Fish in Ohio

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Columbus, OH – Lake Erie and a dozen inland lakes were among the best places to reel in “Fish Ohio” catches, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife. The “Fish Ohio” program recognized noteworthy catches among 19 fish species in 2009.

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Apr 05

DEC To Host Youth Fishing Program In Albany

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In conjunction with spring break for many Capital Region schools, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (DEC) I FISH NY program will conduct a free youth fishing program at the City of Albany’s Six Mile Waterworks April 5-9 from approximately 10 a.m. to 2 p.m each day.

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Apr 05

IFA Kayak Tour Presented By Hobie Fishing Announces Rules Modifications

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LIZELLA, GEORGIA – In its inaugural season, the IFA Kayak Tour Presented by Hobie Fishing continues to meet the needs of anglers from Texas to the Carolinas, this time by announcing modifications to a pair of rules in its premier, kayak-only tournament series. Beginning with the IFA Kayak Tour event on April 18 in Port Lavaca, Texas, and effective throughout the remainder of the 2010 season, all tournament participants will compete using artificial baits only and will not be allowed to use any live, formerly live or prepared baits.

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Apr 05

Georgia Groups Launch Operation to Help Recover State’s Seatrout Population

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A coalition of angler-supported conservation groups, including Coastal Conservation Association Georgia, Georgia Wildlife Federation, Satilla Riverkeeper, Georgia Kayak Fishing, Ogeechee Riverkeeper and Savannah Riverkeeper, is calling on Georgia’s fishermen to ensure the future of one of their favorite catches – the spotted seatrout. Dubbed Operation ROE, the groups are asking their members and the angling public to voluntarily release spotted seatrout over 18 inches long this spring so that more larger fish have a chance to participate in the 2010 spawning season. State biologists and many anglers are concerned that persistently low temperatures this winter caused widespread kills of spotted seatrout.

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Apr 05

April is Crappie Time in Kentucky

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FRANKFORT, Ky. – The warm, sun-drenched days we’re now experiencing in Kentucky signals the start of spring crappie season.
This splendid weather motivates crappie anglers to visit the waters in force. Several Kentucky reservoirs, such as Green River Lake, Cave Run Lake and BarrenRiver Lake, are on the cusp of a crappie boom.

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Apr 05

Trout Stocked the Week of March 29 – April 2, 2010

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The following waters were stocked the week of March 29, 2010.
Anthony Creek
Bear Rocks Lake
Big Clear Creek
Blackwater River
Boley Lake
Brandywine Lake
Brushy Fork Lake
Bullskin Run
Burnsville Tailwaters

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Apr 05

Kids’ Fishing Events Being Held This Spring

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WATERBURY, VT — Here’s a great opportunity for young people to give fishing a try. The Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department has released a list of more than 60 upcoming fishing events, most of them intended just for kids.

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Apr 05

Hookin’ Up With Mariko Izumi Sets Anchor In Philadelphia

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DENVER, CO. – APR. 5, 2010 – WFN: World Fishing Network, North America’s only 24-hour fishing lifestyle network, today announced this week’s episode of Hookin’ Up with Mariko Izumi sets anchor in Philadelphia, on Monday, April 5, 7:30 pm ET/4:30 pm PT. For a complete schedule and additional information visit www.wfn.tv/hookinup.

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Apr 05

Bumphead Parrotfish Headed Toward Federal Protection

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Denver, CO- The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) issued a positive preliminary finding today on a petition by WildEarth Guardians requesting federal Endangered Species Act protection for the Bumphead Parrotfish. With today’s decision, NMFS will now conduct a review as to whether the Parrotfish merits federal protection.

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Apr 05

F3 Partners With National Environmental Education Week

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National Environmental Education Week (EE Week, www.eeweek.org) connects educators with resources to promote K-12 students’ understanding of the environment. This is the nation’s largest environmental education event, slated this year for April 11-17.

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Apr 05

Franklin student reels in fishing scholarship

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FRANKLIN, Tenn. a ‘ Tyler Wadzinski’s latest fishing tale might sound far-fetched, like his story about the one that got away.

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Apr 04

Big Wahoo from Topsail

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Video of nice wahoo we caught off Topsail Island, NC. Other catches included Tuna, Cobia, African Pompano, Amberjacks, Strawberry Grouper, and more.

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Apr 04

Baaa, baaa, Big One! Nothing sheepish about this sheepshead

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“Pull up, reel down. Pull up, reel down.” That’s about all 12-year-old Emily Hopkins remembers about hauling in the 11- to 12-pound sheepshead Friday morning aboard the Inshore Angler with Capt.

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Apr 04

How Can I Catch Bass On Carters Lake Right Now?

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Louie Bartenfield guides on Carters Lake in north Georgia and lands some huge spotted bass there. His tips will help you keep up with what the bass are doing on the lake and improve your chances of landing a trophy as well as catching a bunch of fish there.

picture (c) Louie Bartenfield

How Can I Catch Bass On Carters Lake Right Now?
How Can I Catch Bass On Carters Lake Right Now? originally appeared on About.com Freshwater Fishing on Sunday, April 4th, 2010 at 10:54:32.
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Apr 03

Highly anticipated sport salmon fishing begins Saturday

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Sport salmon fishing is back! The season kicks off on Saturday and local fishermen are excited.

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