These are the prettiest freshwater fish, from vibrant brook trout and pumpkinseed sunfish to majestic lake sturgeon. Check out how these species made our list!

Apr. 26—"I can't believe you're still using that fishing rod," friend Brad Durick said the other day at the start of a 3 1/2 -day sturgeon fishing trip to the Rainy River. "You should write a column ...

In April 2025, an angler caught a colossal freshwater fish on ultra-light tackle. Here's why your chances of doing the same ...

Today, the most popular rig for anglers are jigs of all sizes and colors, particular this time of year — the smaller and ...

Char can get big, but more impressive is their rich coloring. From giant Arctic Char to small native brookies, they resemble ...

When fly fishers reach out beyond their comfort zone and embrace saltwater fly fishing, there are numerous saltwater specific rods and reels from which to select. Fly rods are usually fast action, ...

A pending world-record alligator gar caught by Art Weston is the heaviest freshwater fish ever landed on 2-pound test.

Art Weston landed a 153-pound alligator gar on 2-lb test, setting a new IGFA world record for freshwater fish on ultra-light ...

Harrell had already been casting for two hours that morning when the fish struck at 9 a.m. Read Next: Fishing Guide Makes One Cast with a Fly Rod, Catches New World-Record Striper “The striper kept ...

A basic fishing license is required for most freshwater fishing. Saltwater fishing requires a free Saltwater Information Permit (SIP) in addition to the basic license. Those planning to fish for ...

Before anyone ventures out fishing locally, going for a boat ride, or fishing on the West Coast, the first order of business is having a freshwater or saltwater license. Understanding regulations for ...

and fishing rods. The incident happened just weeks after a group of locals called for a fishing ban at Freshwater Lake. One of the adults in the video - a woman - has spoken to The Advertiser on ...