fishing
2012 might be year for fishing records
A lakefront regular flopped a prespawn yellow perch onto the rocks next to Tony Boshold during the historic stretch of Chicago fishing in March. ‘‘He throws his rod down exclaiming, ‘Dat’s the biggest perch I have ever caught!’ ’’ Boshold messaged. ‘‘I have to inspect, and …
Great weather makes for unbelievable fishing
Take your pick of fish — 15-inch jumbo perch in Indiana, the early coho run on the Chicago lakefront or largemouth bass bedding on suburban ponds and lakes — to illustrate the greatest stretch of modern Chicago fishing, which was spawned by the extended historic …
Fisheries program supports 68,000 jobs in United States
Midwest fisheries’ recreation and conservation activities are huge economic drivers for the nation, according to a recent report issued by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Proposed policy to improve implementation of Endangered Species Act
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, along with the NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service, have put more teeth into implementing the Endangered Species Act. The endangered species list would now include not only species that are endangered, but also those threatened in a “significant portion of its range.” These agencies will be accepting comments about the change for the next 60 days (from Dec. 8, 2011).
Restocking keeps fishing alive in Lake Michigan
Despite problems created by exotic species, Lake Michigan continues to be a thriving fishing destination. A big part of that is through a restocking program that helps the fish population and the lake’s ecosystem.
Fishing and hunting abound along the Kankakee River
Pike, bass, blue gill, crappie — all of these fish and plenty more await anglers along the Kankakee River. One of the best fishing destinations in northwest Indiana, it offers several wildlife areas as well as some quieter spots to reel in sizable catches. It’s not a bad destination for hunting either.
Tips for preparing lake fish makes it all seem easy
Now that you’ve had success catching fish out on the lake, make the most of it by cooking it right. Kerry Bowlby, of Islamorada Fish Company Restaurant in Portage, lends his expertise by offering tips in preparing lake fish.
Course in fishing a lure at Hobart High School
Students at Hobart High School are loving a course developed in the last few years that teaches fishing and an appreciation for the environment. The attraction for the class is due to more than just the fact that it gets them out of the classroom for a while.
Bass fishing champ remembers her first cast
Champion fisherwoman Sylvia Graham has been chasing after a variety of fish since she was a kid growing up in northwest Indiana. Her angling skills brought her a number of fishing awards and recognition, and a lifetime of fun. She shares her memories of all of that in a personal column.
What every young fisherman (and his or her parent) needs to know
A 5-year-old boy shouldn’t be fishing with the same size rod and reel as his dad. That goes for other gear young anglers should be using as they head to lakes and rivers to try to reel in their first fish.
Fishing provides family time
The Djordjevich family uses fishing trips as moments for bonding and to have a few laughs. Learn where Crystal, Dan and their five children like to ply their pastime and what type of fish they go after.