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 touch on other fresh water fishing topics here as well.
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 […]
Walking the busy streets of Manhattan, it’s easy to overlook the Hudson River as a living ecosystem, or think about its natural history. The Iroquois people native to the area called the Hudson Muh-he-kun-ne-tuk —”river […]
When winter rolls around and brings her colder weather patterns to town, Paula Smith’s thoughts migrate toward fooling some big blue catfish. The Waverly, TN resident knows from experience that catfish get more predictable as […]
Titled “An Act To Require Biodegradable Hooks and Lures for Freshwater Fishing,” this new bill would ban all hooks, and all lures containing plastic or rubber, by the year 2024 unless they are biodegradable. Therefore, […]
Fox News First Reported – www.foxnews.com. A Kentucky fisherman was in for a big surprise when he reeled in a giant catch that looks a lot like a goldfish. Hunter Anderson, who works at a bait […]
Michigan’s annual sturgeon season on Black Lake was over after just 78 minutes of fishing. An annual highlight for anglers throughout the state, Black Lake is one of only a few spots in Michigan where […]
The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism (KDWPT) reports good news about preventing the spread of aquatic nuisance species. According to Chris Steffen, KDWPT aquatic nuisance species coordinator, no zebra mussel larvae were detected […]
Big Bite Baits, a proud sponsor of the Bass Pro Shops Collegiate Bass Fishing Series, is giving college anglers a chance to design their own color. Big Bite will allow a lucky winner to create […]
Lake whitefish, a Maine native, can be a prime target for ice anglers interested in jigging up large fish on small tackle. In addition to being great fighters, their white flaky meat makes for a […]
Established in 1996, Silversides Fishing is recognized as one of the premier guiding companies in Vancouver & the Fraser River Valley. We let our long list of worldwide repeat clients make that decision for us […]
Finally arrived! Ice Fishing season in NW PA! After a couple false starts – including an early severe cold snap around Thanksgiving that had some believing they would be ice fishing before Christmas and a […]
This article first appeared in the The Northern Virginia Daily: Sure, you’ll probably tie on a lure the next time you go fishing. But don’t overlook bait fishing. Done properly, this is a challenging and […]
Re-engineered with added abrasion toughness so anglers can rip through the heaviest cover with the same force as standard four-end braids, the new PowerPro Super8Slick V2 braided fishing line combines a new eight-end dense weave […]
Part Five: Location and placement- After design, the single most important aspect of creating successful artificial habitat that fish will use is location. In testing Fishiding habitat, we’ve spent a great deal of time studying […]
Ever since odumagazine.com went live we have covered tournament fishing. Posting announcements and championship announcements from bass, walleye, crappie and redfish events here and there. Starting in 2019 we have a permanent home for tournament […]
Keep Florida Fishing®’s (KFF) Kellie Ralston joined Gov. Ron DeSantis yesterday in Bonita Springs, Fla., as part of a statewide announcement of the Governor’s environmental goals and objectives as he begins his term in office […]
Growing ODU is all about finding the right pieces that help us move forward towards our goals. Its a nasty mix, grow organically (new subscribers to the magazine), grow traffic (new users and page views […]
Today I’m starting out by using fresh Dungeness crab outta my home waters of Puget Sound located in Western Washington that I steamed for 12 minutes followed by cooling in a ice and water bath […]
What are Steve Pennazes Top 5 Gift Picks? Shop Steve’s List Here We asked the host of Lake Commandos and Freshwater Fishing Hall of Famer Steve Pennaz to share his favorite gifts for bass anglers this year. […]
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