There is no doubt “the” topic of the week has been the fish die-off at Lake McConaughy. Here is our official statement from yesterday: LINCOLN, Neb. – The cause of a fish die-off at Lake McConaughy, Nebraska’s largest reservoir, remains inconclusive. Fisheries biologists from the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission are investigating a die-off, in …
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Whether you’re fly fishing, ice fishing or going conventional, add these must-visit spots to your fishing trip bucket list. Fishing manufacturer Abu Garcia recently compiled a list of the top 100 fisheries in the country, from largemouth honey holes to the best trout fishing destinations. While the top 10 include some no-brainers like St. Lawrence […]
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As I have mentioned in previous blogs, this is the third year of our “Take ‘Em Fishing” promotion. In previous blogs, I have mentioned the benefits to finding someone and passing your love of hunting and fishing on to them (e.g. Take ‘Em, Passing It On). I have emphasized the importance of family in establishing …
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Just when we thought we had seen it all… If there is one wildlife agency in North America that seems to see stranger cases than any other, it would be the Oklahoma Game Wardens. They are constantly posting some of the most unusual poaching busts to their extremely popular Facebook page. Every time we think […]
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All anglers need to embark on a search to find out what exactly is the best fishing line for bass. Want to start an argument with other bass fishermen? Then chime in when it’s time to talk about the best line for bass fishing. All the pro anglers that we know, love, and follow understand […]
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Here are a few American fishing lodges worth knowing a little more about. The term “fishing lodge” might drum up a few different ideas. You may picture one thing while another angler pictures something else. A fishing lodge for one angler may differ from another’s vision, but one thing’s for sure: America is home to […]
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One thing you learn as a fisheries manager is that there are a lot of things out of your control. Take, for example, water levels, either due to “Mother Nature”, power and irrigation districts, or other entities, we have no control over water levels in many Nebraska fisheries. In recent years, we have completed some …
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The second-year pro secured his first Elite Series victory in the final minutes before weigh-in. PLATTSBURGH, NEW YORK — It’s as if Bryan Schmitt was destined to win the Guaranteed Rate Bassmaster Elite at Lake Champlain, as all of the good fortune seemingly fell on his boat. The second-year pro angler out of Deale, Maryland, […]
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Create your own catfish bait with ingredients easily found at any grocery store. While catfish will take a wide a variety of baits, this secret for creating your own catfish bait with ingredients easily found on the shelves of your local grocer is not only cleaner and inexpensive, but it produces results. This bait curing […]
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This tarpon may have been an all-tackle world record. The mighty tarpon is easily one of the most popular saltwater fish to target. This species is known for their substantial size, speed, and spectacular leaping abilities. This is a fish that will push any angler to his or her limits once it is on the […]
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