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Changes to Recreational Groundfish Regulations Effective Aug. 25

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Last updated was 1 year ago

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) announces new recreational fishing restrictions will soon go into effect for groundfish in waters north of Point Conception to the Oregon/California state line. The changes to the authorized fishing depths described below take effect Saturday, Au...

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Canyon Lake Features New Fishing Pier

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Last updated was 2 years ago

PHOENIX, August 22, 2017— A fishing pier is now open to the public as of August 21, 2017, at the Boulder recreation site. Located in the Tonto National Forest’s Canyon Lake, the Boulder recreation site is 15 miles northeast of Apache Junction on State Route 88. The pier is the culmination of a jo...

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Fishing tournaments temporarily suspended on Apache, Canyon and Saguaro Lakes

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Last updated was 2 years ago

PHOENIX, May 26, 2017 -- To protect large fish that are targeted by tournament anglers, the Arizona Game and Fish Department has requested that the USDA Forest Service temporarily suspend angler tournaments from Apache, Canyon and Saguaro Lakes until environmental conditions improve. Golden alga bl...

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It’s Important to Protect North Dakota Waters

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Last updated was 2 years ago

Outdoor water recreationists are gearing up for another season on the open water. With that in mind, boaters and anglers are once again reminded to help prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic nuisance species in North Dakota. State Game and Fish Department ANS coordinator Jessica Howell sai...

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Question of the week: What makes certain streams good for trout?

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A: Streams that hold trout are usually an indicator of healthy water quality and responsible land use. Trout require fairly consistent stream temperatures year-round – cold water in the summer and water that doesn’t freeze in the winter. In Minnesota, this comes from groundwater inflow since we don’...

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Take Nebraska Game and Parks' 2017 challenges

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It's a special year: Nebraska turned 150 in March, and Game and Parks is celebrating this milestone all year long with special events and activities. You can take part in the fun by participating in Game and Parks' 150 Challenges. They include: Nebraska 150 Challenge: Complete 150 miles or more o...

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Access Remains Top Concern for Many Anglers

Last updated was 3 years ago

FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. — Although fishing remains a popular activity shared by many sportsmen and their families, the sport is not without challenges that limit even broader participation from many who would love to take part in this grand tradition. In exploring what threats to fishing are of the g...