Fishing - Page 14

LIFESTYLE November 29, 2023

Angler sets first-ever fishing record for species caught in North Carolina: 'Hooked a beast'

A Massachusetts fisherman has reeled in a 26-pound, 36.4 inch almaco jack off Morehead City, North Carolina, establishing the state's first-ever record for the species of fish.

LIFESTYLE November 6, 2023

Connecticut angler reels in monster fish to set new state record: 'Taugzilla'

A Connecticut angler has set the new state record for a tautog catch while fishing in the Thames River with Captain Luke Wiggins, who is the previous record holder for the "taugzilla."

Fishing October 26, 2023

Oregon fisherman earns over $100K after removing unwanted species found in state's rivers

An Oregon fisherman was caught and removed 10,755 Northern Pikeminnows in the Columbia and Snake river systems during the 2023 Northern Pikeminnow Sport Reward Program.

LIFESTYLE October 25, 2023

Alligator gar caught in Texas weighing 283 pounds shatters multiple records: 'Four in one fell swoop'

A monster-sized alligator gar, weighing 283 pounds, has officially set four new records in both the state of Texas and around the world. Now, the anglers are ready for the next one.

LIFESTYLE October 23, 2023

Fishermen find grenade in local river, leading to bomb squad arrival and controlled explosion

A grenade was found while two men were magnet fishing. The pair of fishermen called the police after spotting the explosive in a local river in Scotland.

LIFESTYLE October 23, 2023

From Georgia to Colorado, mountain towns to visit this season for fall family fun

If you're into fishing, fall foliage, fresh mountain air and relaxation, consider visiting one of these eight mountain towns located in the U.S. Each spot is family-friendly.

Japan October 17, 2023

Japan criticizes Russia for banning its seafood following release of Fukushima’s treated wastewater

While China has already banned Japan’s seafood in response to the Fukushima radioactive wastewater release, Russia will also implement import restrictions Monday.

Asia October 17, 2023

Canada to help Philippines track illegal fishing with satellite surveillance system

Under a new agreement, the Philippines will be able to track unregulated fishing by accessing Canada’s satellite surveillance system called the “Dark Vessel Detection System."

CRIME October 13, 2023

Small town fisherman harpooned on federal charges for catch that's legal in other states: lawyer

Christopher Winkler, a 63-year-old fisherman from Montauk, New York, has been convicted of federal fraud and conspiracy charges for surpassing quotas.

Fishing October 11, 2023

'Monster' 283-pound alligator gar caught in Texas could set two fishing records

A Kentucky angler and a Texas guide went out to catch some alligator gar in the hope of breaking some records, but never expected to possibly break two with one fish.

New York October 5, 2023

New York commercial fisherman, who conspired to sell 200,000 pounds of fish past legal quotas, convicted

A commercial fisherman, who exceeded his fish quotas by 200,000 pounds, has been convicted of conspiracy, mail fraud, and obstruction of justice in New York.