Easton, MD – According to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, anglers across the state, including those on the Eastern Shore near Easton, experienced productive bass fishing conditions as of early April 2026. The latest fishing report, released on April 8, highlighted active striped bass spawning in low-salinity areas of the Chesapeake Bay and its … Read more
Boston, Massachusetts – The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, known as MassWildlife, has scheduled a public hearing to discuss proposed amendments to freshwater fishing regulations. The virtual event is set for Monday, May 4, 2026, at 6 p.m. via a Zoom webinar, providing anglers and stakeholders an opportunity to weigh in on key changes … Read more
Easton, MD – According to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, new regulations for 2026 recreational striped bass fishing took effect on April 1, marking a significant shift in the season structure compared to the previous two years. This change reintroduced catch-and-release fishing opportunities in April for the first time since 2019, while introducing a … Read more
Easton, MD – According to the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, spring has arrived in earnest along Maryland’s Eastern Shore, bringing eager anglers to the waters around Easton as white perch spawning runs gain momentum in the Choptank River and preparations intensify for the upcoming striped bass catch-and-release season. The latest fishing report, issued on … Read more
Lake Moultrie, SC – According to Wired2Fish, a dedicated angler from South Carolina reeled in a trophy-sized blue catfish weighing 73 pounds during a fishing trip on Lake Moultrie last month. Caleb “Action” Jackson, a 24-year-old regional firefighter from Moncks Corner, achieved this impressive catch on February 12 while vacationing with his fiancée, Meadow, at … Read more
Understanding the physiology of fish during catch and release is vital for any angler concerned about conservation. You might wonder whether this practice truly benefits ecosystems or if it inadvertently harms fish populations. Marine biologists have studied the stress responses of various species when caught and released, highlighting both benefits and potential risks involved. In … Read more