Nov 30

Ice fishing season almost here

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Jim Baker of Chadwick goes ice fishing on March 3, 2009 at Morrison’s Rockwood State Park.

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Nov 29

Shrimp Industry By-Catch

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A study coming out this month in the scientific journal Fish and Fisheries documents the shrimping industry as the major contributor to commercial by-catch. In particular, the Gulf of Mexico shrimping industry is, according to the study, the major contributor to the 28% total by-catch waste in the commercial fishing industry… Read more…
Shrimp Industry By-Catch originally appeared on About.com Saltwater Fishing on Tuesday, November 30th, 2010 at 05:33:13.
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Nov 29

Ice Still Dangerous for Fishing

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Wind Chill: 35 F Overcast Wind Chill: 34 F Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport, WI Rain Wind Chill: 32 F Font Size: Local anglers might have to wait a while before they can go ice fishing.

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Nov 29

Drunk hoons attack skipper

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Te Kuia skipper Archie McTainsh. Photo / Sam Ackland. The skipper of a Tauranga chartered fishing boat says he has never been so scared for his life as when he was attacked by drunken thugs while at sea on Sunday.

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Nov 29

Ice Fishings Ultimate Guide Released

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Ottawa, Ontario – Ice Fishing -The Ultimate Guide is the edgiest and most comprehensive guide to help ice fishing enthusiasts catch more and bigger fi

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Nov 29

Gov. Nixon Announces Expansion of Macon Business

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Gov. Nixon visited Macon on Monday morning to announce that Ardent Outdoors will add eight new jobs, thanks to new funding from the Nixon administration.

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Nov 29

Lakes Region Fishing Premieres on Sportsman Channel

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New Berlin, WI (November 29, 2010)- Sportsman Channel, the leader in outdoor TV for the American Sportsman, is pleased to announce Lakes Region Fishing, a new series showcasing the Northeast’s superior fishing locales, is premiering the week of December 27. A family oriented fishing show based out of Vermont and New York, Lakes Region Fishing promises to instruct, entertain and educate fisherman at all levels of expertise as the host explores prime fishing throughout the Northeast’s nine-state region. Watch Lakes Region Fishing on Mondays at 10:30 am, Wednesdays at 12:30 am and Sundays at 4 pm EST exclusively on Sportsman Channel

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Nov 29

Lead Fishing Tackle on Lakes with Loons

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OLYMPIA – The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission is scheduled to consider restrictions on the use of lead fishing tackle at 13 lakes with nesting loons during a meeting scheduled December 2-4 in Olympia.

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Nov 29

Eleven Year-Old Lands Colorado Record Smallmouth Bass

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DENVER, Colorado – Conner Peitsmeyer, 11, of Aurora probably won’t remember the chill of the 35-degree air on the morning of November 12. What he will remember for a long time is catching the new Colorado state record smallmouth bass.

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Nov 29

Ice Fishing’s Ultimate Guide Released

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Ottawa, Ontario – Ice Fishing -The Ultimate Guide is the edgiest and most comprehensive guide to help ice fishing enthusiasts catch more and bigger fish. Winter fishing technology and strategies are advancing at a blistering pace and this new 214-page book covers everything from timeless ice fishing basics to the latest techniques.

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Nov 29

North Fork Stillaguamish to Close Wednesday

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Action: Closes a portion of the North Fork Stillaguamish River.
Effective dates: Dec. 1, 2010 through Jan. 31, 2011.
Species affected: All game fish.
Location: North Fork Stillaguamish River, downstream from the Swede Heaven Bridge approximately 4 river miles to the French Creek confluence. This closure includes the Whitehorse Hatchery effluent and Fortson Hole area of the North Fork Stillaguamish. See map athttp://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/regulations/graphics/efishrule_map_24nov2010.jpg.

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Nov 29

Public Meetings Set on Aquatic Invasive Species Regulations

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PHOENIX – The Arizona Game and Fish Department will host a series of public meetings and a webcast to discuss draft updated regulations and a draft management plan to fight the spread of aquatic invasive species in Arizona waters.

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Nov 29

WDFW to Consider ALEA Volunteer Grants

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OLYMPIA – Starting December 1, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) will accept grant applications for projects that benefit the state’s fish and wildlife.
The grants, funded through the state’s Aquatic Land Enhancement Account (ALEA), provide reimbursement for organizations and individuals who conduct volunteer projects that conserve fish and wildlife or promote public enjoyment of species ranging from sage-grouse to steelhead.

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Nov 29

Fishing Moratorium to Be Reviewed

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OLYMPIA – With removal of two major dams on the Elwha River set to begin next year, state fishery managers will hold a public meeting December 15 in Port Angeles to discuss plans for a fishing moratorium to speed restoration of native salmon and trout populations throughout the watershed.

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Nov 29

New Records Expected in Ice Fishing Championship

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Rhinelander, WI – Tournament records could be shattered. That’s the feeling of tournament organizers as for the first time in the history of the North American Ice Fishing Circuit (NAIFC), two lakes will be fished for their national championship next month. Rhinelander, WI, designated by the state as, “The Ice Fishing Capital of the World”, is the host community as nearly 70 teams will go after their portion of an estimated $20,000 pay out.

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