Weekly Fishing Report OHIO

Kyle Proxmire with a nice channel catfish caught Memorial weekend in Paulding County

Thursday, May 26, 2011 Michigan Fishing Report

Kyle Proxmire with a nice Bass

This coming Saturday, May 28th is the opening day of bass season on the Great Lakes and all inland waters except for Lake St. Clair, St. Clair River and the Detroit River which do not open until the 3rd Saturday in June. The early catch and release season has been very good so the opener should be strong as well.

Indiana Free Fishing Weekend June 4-5, 2011

It's reel fun with a catch!

During Free Fishing Weekend (June 4-5, 2011), all Indiana residents do not need a fishing license or a trout/salmon stamp to fish Indiana waters.

North West Ohio Fishing Report

White Bass Fishing Maumee River

A trip to the Paulding County Reservour

Bobette showing off the days catch of Yellow Perch.

Largemouth Bass Fishing

Tournament Bass fishing team mates Bob Bragg and Nate Grencser stopped by to try some new baits manufactured by Flat Rock Creek Baits

The largemouth bass is a popular sport fish. It is native to Ohio and can be found in every county in the state.

Ohio's 2011 Spring Turkey Season Concludes

These young men stopped by to show me a couple of fine Paulding County long beards

Hunters Bag 7,744 Wild Turkeys During First Week of the Season (OHIO)

 

 COLUMBUS, OH - Ohio hunters harvested a preliminary total of 7,744 bearded wild turkeys during the first week of the spring turkey-hunting season,

Thursday April 28th Recreational Fishing Report (Michigan)


This coming Saturday, April 30th marks the opening day of trout season on the Type 1 and Type 2 streams

NORTHWEST OHIO Walleye Fishing Update: High Water making it tough..

Maumee River (Lucas and Wood counties) - The water temperature is 49 degrees.  The river flow is high and the water visibility is low.

Updated Fishing report Northwest Ohio

Maumee River (Lucas and Wood Counties) - The water temperature is 54 degrees. 

Indiana Steelhead trout update (St. Joseph River)

We are well underway into the steelhead spawn.

Special youth-only turkey hunt April 16-17

A special youth-only turkey hunt for those possessing a valid youth hunting license and youth turkey permit was held on Saturday and Sunday, April 16-17.

Ohio's Lake Erie Steelhead Fishing Update

April 7, 2011 - Main rivers are off-color (brown) with moderate to high flows. 

Walleye and White Bass Runs in the Maumee and Sandusky Rivers

Last updated:  April 1, 2011

Ohio Spring Turkey Hunting Season Opens April 18


COLUMBUS, OH - Spring wild turkey hunting opens in all 88 Ohio counties on Monday, April 18, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.  The season continues through Sunday, May 15.

Weekly Fishing Report Michigan

On Friday April 1st, all anglers 17 years of age and older will be required to have their 2011 Michigan Fishing License. Copies of the new Fishing Guides are available at all license vendors. With many seasons closed right now, anglers are reminded that it is unlawful to take or attempt to take any fish outside the open season.

The spring steelhead migration is on in Indiana

As of March 28, a total of 2,181 steelhead have been counted moving past the South Bend fish ladder.

Spring Turkey Season (open in all Ohio Counties)

A special “Spring Turkey Hunting” publication will be available January 2011 at license sales outlets and online at wildohio.com.

Maumee and Sandusky River Spawning Runs: Walleye Fishing Forecast for 2011

River Spawning of Walleye

 Walleye are present all year long in the MAUMEE and SANDUSKY RIVERS in relatively low numbers; however, the number of walleye dramatically increases during annual spawning runs up these tributaries from Lake Erie.

Ohio Wild Turkeys

A true conservation success story,

Wild turkeys had disappeared from Ohio by 1904.

Thursday, March 17, 2011 Michigan Recreational Fishing Report

 

 
Ice fishing is coming to an end in the southern half of the Lower Peninsula so anglers are advised to stay off any remaining ice. Conditions to the north might hold on for another week or so. Walleye, pike and musky season on the inland waters closed on March 15th however; Saginaw Bay and the Great Lakes remain open all year.

THE Outdoor Sports, Lake & Cabin Show, March 18-20, 2011, Memorial Coliseum, Ft. Wayne, IN

My wife and I attended the Fort Wayne Outdoor Sports Lake and Cabin Show yesterday at the Memeorial Coliseum.  We had a great time.  Here’s a taste of what you’ll find at the show

Indiana: The spring steelhead migration is just begining

As of March 7, a total of 68 steelhead have been counted moving past the South Bend fish ladder. This brings the total steelhead count up to 1,250 fish since the run began last fall. Steelhead fishing should start getting good once river temperatures hit 42 degrees which should happen any day.

Lake Erie walleye outlook is good

Division of Wildlife predicts good perch fishing, but only fair for smallmouth bass.

Indiana Spring Turkey Season 2011

Seasons and Bag Limits

Spring - The 2011 spring season will be April 27-May 15. The bag limit is one bearded or male turkey for the spring season. Spring turkey hunting is allowed statewide

Thursday, March 10, 2011 Michigan Recreational Fishing Report

Ice fishing is still going strong in both the northern sections of the Lower Peninsula and the Upper Peninsula due to the cold temperatures.

Ohio Deer & Turkey Expo (Central Ohio Events)

Ohio Deer & Turkey Expo (Central Ohio Events)
Start Date/Time:	Friday, March 18, 2011 2:00 PM
End Date/Time:	Sunday, March 20, 2011 4:00 PM
Recurring Event:	One time event

Lake Erie Walleyes

As of 3/9 most of the western basin of Lake Erie still has ice coverage.  Within the next few weeks the lake should start opening up to allow the beginning of early season jigging and trolling for walleye
How to catch them.

Final numbers in Ohio's White-tailed Deer Season

COLUMBUS, OH- A total of 239,260 deer were killed during Ohio's 2010-11 hunting season, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife. This season's total was below the record 2009-10 total of 261,260.

Scientist discover 12,000 year old fishing tackle



People are discovering antique fishing tackle all the time, in closets and at garage sales, but none of that compares to discoveries made recently by archaeologists at two of the Channel Islands off Southern California.

Top Ten Fishing Tips

Here some tips that can help both the new angler and the seasoned veteran put more fish in the boat.

Lake Michigan Fishing Report Indiana

Fishing report update MAR 03 2011 03:27 P.M. For lake Michigan in Indiana.
 

  Pat Elkins

 

2011-12 Deer Hunting Proposals Made to Ohio Wildlife Council

COLUMBUS, OH– One change was proposed to the deer hunting regulations for 2011-12, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Wildlife.

Michigan Fishing Report February 24th 2011

Ice anglers will need to use extreme caution due to deep snow cover on the ice. After the recent thaw, snow will now hide those areas that might be dangerous. Some lakes have lost all the snow cover and are very slippery. Be sure to bring some cleats with you for easier travel.

Fishing Licenses expire February 28th

Fishing licenses expire for Ohio residence February 29.  Here is some information on Ohio fishing licenses and requirements.

This simple device may save your life

In my Wednesday post (Tip of the week 'Danger thin ice') I gave you some tips on how to make sure the ice is safe. But what do you do if you fall through the ice?

Walleye spring spawning sport fishing debate growing in Ohio

As an avid fisherman, I was shocked when I read an article in the March 2011 issue of Country living, a publication from Ohio rural electric coop.

Ohio's Lake Erie Steelhead Fishing

Stream and pier anglers have an excellent opportunity to catch quality-sized steelhead trout from September through May.

 

Tip of the week: DANGER Thin Ice

As the season quickly draws to a close for ice fishing, ice skating and other winter sports we may find our selves wondering if it's safe to venture onto a frozen pond or lake.

Michigan Fishing Report Thursday, February 10, 2011

If your thinking of heading north to do a little fishing here's the latest report out of Michigan

Snow cover on the inland lakes as well as Saginaw Bay and Lake St. Clair has made travel on the ice almost impossible. Those heading out with quads or snowmobiles are getting stuck in large snow drifts. Slow down and use caution! 

ODNR Division of Wildlife Statewide Events Calendar

To see ODNR Division of Wildlife - Statewide Events Calendar

Ohio Boat Registrations expire March 1st

Ohio boat registrations are good for three years 

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February Cottontails

Last week in northwest Ohio a bitter cold snap and heavy snow had the cottontails hunkering down and waiting for a break in the weather. That break came Saturday and Sunday as the wind turned strong out of the south and temperatures rose near 50.

Tip of the week: If the Cat ain't hunting neither am I

As an avid bow hunter, I’ve logged a lot of hours in the woods still hunting.

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