ODU Magazine’s “Fishing News” Fresh is our number one category. Covering everything from national and regional topics that affect our pass time, to new tackle, rods and reels. We share news here from ASA, IFGA, and several other groups. But, ODU touches on other fresh water fishing topics here as well.
The spring of 2019 was a busy time for DGIF’s State Record Committee. The committee reviewed and certified new state records for brook trout caught by hook-and-line and gar captured with archery gear. On March […]
The Second Amendment Foundation has posted yet another victory in Illinois, as the Second District Appellate Court has dismissed an attempt by the Village of Deerfield to challenge a permanent injunction against the community’s ban […]
A record-setting trout was caught last month at Flaming Gorge Reservoir, according to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. The 48-inch lake trout was caught by Matt Smiley of Fairplay, Colorado, who caught and released […]
Advancing the government’s effort to prevent Asian carp from invading the Great Lakes, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers approved a $778 million dam upgrade plan on Thursday. Lieutenant General Todd Semonite signed off on […]
Finding the perfect gift for Dad can be difficult, especially when you’re not into the same hobby as he is. That’s why we did the thinking for you, below are the top five accessories that […]
A very basic yet often overlooked principle of fishing is that you’ve got to put your bait near a fish if you want to catch a fish. So often we consider lure shape, color, size, […]
Whether your dream is to build a trophy fishery or to have consistent and reliable fishing for your friends, family or community to enjoy, three important things should be considered when working towards your goal. […]
Gone Outdoors” Hooks Broadcast Excellence Award Angling educators turned radio hosts, Scott Brewer 665 and Kyle Agre 664 of Brewer-Agre Outdoors, were recently honored with an “Eric Sevareid Award of Merit” for Sportscast/Program Medium Market […]
Fisheries management biologists with the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) confirm an angler caught a Northern snakehead from a borrow ditch within the St. Francis River levees in Dunklin County. The fish was caught on […]
The American Sportfishing Association (ASA) is reporting that on May 13, 2019, the office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) released a list of imported Chinese products that, if imposed, would be subject to Section […]
Discover Some Fantastic Facts About the World’s Largest Flatfish An Alaskan halibut can grow to be 8 feet long and 5 feet wide, and weigh 500 pounds. Because of their size, adult halibut have few […]
June can be a great month to be on the water chasing walleyes! The rigors of the spawn are in the past meaning that hungry fish are usually biting, and the weather can be very […]
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) acquired 620 acres of critical public access and prime wildlife habitat, including elk habitat, along Montana’s Rocky Mountain Front within the boundary […]
Providing a modern take on an old classic, Hatsan‘s new Vectis is a unique, lever-action, Pre-Charged Pneumatic (PCP) airgun. Reminiscent of a lever-action cowboy rifle, the Vectis is capable of delivering up to 35 shots […]
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) threaten Montana’s waterways and fisheries. AIS are plants, animals and pathogens that are not native to Montana and cause harm to Montana’s native plants, animals and fish. AIS populations can reproduce […]
This has certainly been an up and down spring so far. Outstanding fishing for a day or two during a too-brief warming spell, followed by a cold rain, wind and a drop in the water […]
YAMAHA PRO SPENCER DEUTZ HOSTS SECOND ANNUAL YOUTH AND FAMILY FISHING CLINIC AT VISION BANK April 28, 2019-Fargo, ND-The last Saturday in April marks the annual Youth and Family Fishing Clinic at Vison Bank in […]
10 News Kentucky ( ) reported A utility worker in Bowling Green recently made a startling and massive discovery at a water intake plant. A crayfish, that several experts say is the biggest they’ve ever […]
Virginia and two New England states are urging other East Coast fishery managers to move quickly to curb striped bass catches in the wake of a new assessment that found the prized species was being […]
Those who enjoy fishing don’t need to be distracted by the hassle of a tangled landing net, thanks to YakGear’s latest offering, The Lasso Net. Now available for purchase on yakgear.com and through local YakGear […]
Whether heading to the public fishing pier or secluded backcountry streams, Plano’s new A-Series 2.0 Backpack carries all the fishing essentials and keeps the angler’s hands free to fish while on the move. The A-Series […]
In an effort to continue to track Northern pike numbers, DNR fisheries biologists will set traps in four northeast Indiana lakes this spring: Diamond Lake (Noble County), North and South Twin Lakes (LaGrange County), and […]
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reports Brian Rehmeier of Augusta became the most recent record-breaking angler in Missouri when he snagged a gizzard shad on Bigelow Creek in St. Charles County. The new “alternative […]
An Oklahoma fisherman landed a potential new Minnesota state record lake whitefish on Saturday, April 6, while fishing Lake of the Woods near Springsteel north of Warroad, Minn. Billy King’s whitefish, which he brought to […]
Wildlife Forever is proud to announce MAJK Solutions LLC as its newest corporate partner in the fight against invasive species. The Aqua Weed Stick™ is an innovative product made by MAJK Solutions to assist boaters […]
As spring arrives and thousands flock to our state’s lakes and bayous, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries would like to remind anglers and hunters it is illegal to harass anyone legally hunting or […]
It’s a busy time when the ice melts. Anglers all across North America are busy planning or packing for fishing travel, and many of these trips will take place in remote areas that have little-to-no […]
COLUMBUS, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) reminds Ohioans that small numbers of dead fish may be common in ponds and small lakes this spring. Winter die-offs of fish that result from […]
On March 13, 2019, the NJ Division of Fish and Wildlife (Division) deployed acoustic receivers in the Delaware Bay to track migration patterns of Atlantic sturgeon. For an eighth year, 19 receivers have been set […]
NEW issue of ADVENTURESS magazine ~ view or download it for FREE at adventuressmagazine.com!!! This issue we are celebrating some awesome catches on the ice this season, identifying tracks (whether you are currently in the […]
Captain Greg Educates Third Graders To The Greatest Sport Of All FISHING!!! This past Friday, March 22nd, Certified Angler Educator Greg Karch with Learn 2 Fish With Us and NPAA Member #138, hosted a fishing […]
It’s been a tough season for waterfowl hunters around the Chesapeake Bay, and it’s going to get even tougher next season. Concerned by a sharp drop seen last year in the Atlantic population of Canada […]
Fishing nets are one of the most underrated and overlooked pieces of gear in an angler’s arsenal. A net can make or break a day, and be the difference between winning and losing a big […]
Muskellunge (Esox masquinongy; hereafter referred to as Muskies) are native to Canada and the United States including the Great Lakes, upper Mississippi River and Ohio River drainages. Muskies were native to Indiana’s tributary rivers connected […]
At a reception earlier this month at the University of South Alabama, CCA Alabama announced its support of two programs in the University’s Department of Marine Sciences (USADMS) that will advance knowledge of marine sportfish […]
We’re one week into Missouri’s paddlefish season, and recent rains are making river conditions just right for the spawning behemoths to move upstream. Indeed, the biggest Missouri game fish of any species came out of […]
Here’s an unfortunate fact: a lot of fish are leader-shy. Especially fish that roam shallow, clear waters and are physiologically all eyeballs. Take for instance permit and bonefish, two saltwater fish that experts agree […]
The Landing Net It’s another “in be-tween” season. Ice fishing is winding down. But lakes are not “Ice free” yet. Walleye season is closing down (except for Pymatuning) at midnight March 14thso tail waters and […]
New York State Assembly Members working in Albany and based primarily in New York City, want to make it unlawful for anyone to hold contests or competitions involving hunting or fishing wildlife, for example, local […]
The SteelShad Fishing Company is proud to announce the availability of the new SteelShad Elite Series lure. Working with our Pro Staff we created an environmentally friendly, lead-free variation of our Original blade bait. The […]
Vexilar, one of the oldest and most respected sonar/fish finder brands in the world was recently awarded a Patent from the US government for their innovative sonar/fish finder product the SonarPhone (Patent #9,628,592). Late last […]
Fishing is a conservationist sport. Most participants are conscientious individuals who do their part in making sure one of the greatest renewable resources is well managed and protected. The innovative minds at Frabill have put […]
It’s one of the largest congregations of muskie aficionados to meet in any one place. Called Muskie Expo Chicago, it’s become a can’t miss event for many, including exhibiting manufacturers in the muskie fishing industry […]
A state record yellow perch was caught by Clinton Mills of Ravenswood, West Virginia on Feb. 24, 2018. Mills caught the 14.5-inch, 2.04-pound fish on a 10-pound test line with live bait while fishing from […]
NMMA released the results from its first boating industry policy survey, serving as a critical component of the association’s strategic plan to solicit industry engagement. More than 1,500 responded to the survey – exceeding the […]
Little did 43-year-old Royce Krummen of Lake Park realize when he went fishing shortly after noon on Saturday, February 16 that he would end up catching the fish of a lifetime and possibly the new […]
With their golden sides and soft, deep-red fins, rudd are among the most important baitfish for growing oversized specimens of hard-fighting Esox and Sander. Rudd are widely distributed across Europe and represent important prey items […]
Season after season, innovative members of the angling community push the discipline of kite fishing further and further into the future. And Tigress Outriggers & Gear continues to be the industry leader holding the string. […]
It seems the ante is raised when the decision to target shallow water bass is made. The big fish opportunities increase but so do the odds of spooking your quarry. That’s why stealth is so […]
More than 65 years of industry-leading design and innovation has kept Plano at the forefront of tackle storage and management solutions. Catering to anglers of all skill levels has lead to products that are constantly […]
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