I split my time between smallmouth and muskie in rivers, largemouth in reservoirs, and a wide variety of saltwater game fish in the Chesapeake bay. I also travel down throughout the east coast to fish ...

It is used around the world in pursuit of a giant variety of species, and the newest version ... and the ability to tackle a bevy of saltwater game fish with one reel. The only real downside ...

This winter, I set out to test some of the best Shimano reels available, from spinning reels to baitcasters. The test logistics included many moving parts like target species, reel size, and ...

Overall, 2024 was a big year for big fish. The International Game Fish Association (IGFA ... There were 203 freshwater records vs. 268 saltwater, 142 new female record holders, and 70% of all ...

"These changes, rooted in comprehensive research and conservation efforts, underscore the IGFA’s commitment to maintaining accurate and current records for game fish species, ensuring a thriving ...

Now, the California Fish and Game Commission is expected ... He calls his take on marine protected areas nuanced. The closures work for some species, but not everything, he said.

Not all fish is fair game either - many species are protected meaning there ... are two types of fishing licenses — freshwater and saltwater. Both can be purchased online or in person at select ...

In Washington, it’s allowed for saltwater fishing but not for ... Pend Oreille and Upper Priest Lake. All three species are ones Fish and Game has tried to suppress in the Panhandle because ...