Fishing RSS Feeds - Indiana

Surveys show stark contrast in fish populations

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:06:01 -0400

No two northern Indiana natural lakes are the same - and the results of two recent fish surveys conducted by the DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife show just how different they can be.

While sampling at Skinner Lake in Noble County in late June, biologist Jed Pearson captured 787 bluegills in only 45 minutes with his electro-fishing (shocker) boat.

OHIO RIVER TO HOST HOOSIER DIVISION BFL TOURNAMENT

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 18:04:23 -0400

TELL CITY, Indiana - The Hoosier Division of the $8.8 million Wal-Mart Bass Fishing League® will visit the Ohio River in Tell City, Indiana, June 28 for the third of five regular-season events. As many as 200 boaters and 200 co-anglers are expected to compete in the tournament, which will award as much as $45,000 in cash, including a top award of $6,000 in the Boater Division.

Women in the Outdoors event

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:03:20 -0400

The Lincoln Longbeards Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation will host a Women in the Outdoors event, June 21, at the Spencer County Memorial Forest in Fulda.

"Here's your chance to rekindle old outdoor interests or learn new skills, said Women in the Outdoors regional coordinator Cindy Spillman. "You don't have to be in tip-top shape or handy with an ax. This event is a chance to spread your wings and try something new in a beautiful outdoor environment." Women in the Outdoors events are open to females age 14 and older. Expert instructors will teach outdoor skills such as self defense, basic handgun use and safety, recreational shooting, scrap booking, outdoor photography and outdoor cooking. The day's activities cost $40. Registration deadline is June 16.

Volunteers needed for annual State Fair Fishing Pond

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:02:19 -0400

For the third year in a row, the Indiana State Fair will feature a free fishing pond to help children learn how to fish. The DNR needs various types of volunteers to make this effort a success once again. Each volunteer will receive a free fair ticket for each day they work and a T-shirt to wear for their shift. No experience is necessary.

Plan to drain lake after Labor Day provides angling opportunity now

Thu, 22 May 2008 12:16:11 -0400

Selected fishing regulations at 145-acre Starve Hollow Lake in Jackson County will be relaxed to encourage fishing and enhance sport-fishing opportunities during the summer, starting May 23.

All size limits for fish in the lake, which is located in Starve Hollow State Recreation Area, will be waived and bag limits will be doubled.

It's boating season so - WEAR IT INDIANA!!

Mon, 19 May 2008 13:13:33 -0400

"It's too hot!"
"It doesn't look cool."
"I know how to swim."
"Nothing is going to happen to me. "

Hoosiers can come up with every excuse to not wear a life jacket. But the truth is, it is imperative that you wear a life jacket at all times while you are on the water. So, the DNR is partnering with the National Safe Boating Council and the United States Coast Guard to encourage you to WEAR IT INDIANA!! You will hear public service announcements on tv and radio encouraging you to use your life jacket while boating or recreating near the water this summer. Indiana Conservation Officers will also carry the message statewide to boaters as they launch and recover their watercraft at selected ramps during high boating weekends.

Spring Mill State Park hosting heirloom plant and seed exchange, April 27

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:08:26 -0400

Spring Mill State Park hosts its annual heirloom plant and seed exchange SundayApril 27, from 1 to 5 p.m. Park visitors are invited to bring their heirloom plants or seeds to the pioneer village to trade them for seedlings grown in the pioneer garden.

2008 turkey hunting range and youth season

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 13:56:30 -0400

The Indiana spring hunting range will remain the same as in 2007 with 91 of 92 counties open to spring turkey hunting. Henry is now the only county closed during the spring turkey season. The DNR released turkeys in Henry County in 2004, but there were several early mortalities among the released birds. "The Henry County closure will allow additional time for these turkey flocks to grow," Backs said.

2008 spring turkey season forecast

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 13:55:41 -0400

Indiana DNR wildlife research biologist Steve Backs expects about 60,000 hunters will take to Hoosier woods and fields for the 2008 Indiana spring turkey hunting seasons, resulting in a harvest of between 11,000 and 13,000 birds.

Spring fish cleaning workshops

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:07:15 -0400

Get ready for spring fishing by learning how to make the most of your catch. The Purdue Cooperative Extension Service is presenting three fish cleaning and preparation workshops this spring. Learn fish filleting skills and practice your technique. Discover practical methods and recipes to improve the quality and taste of common Indiana fish species while sampling some delicious fish dishes. Gain a better understanding of what the Indiana fish consumption advisory means to you and your family.

Better Bass Fishing

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:06:19 -0400

Adult largemouth bass numbers have nearly doubled since 1980 in northern Indiana natural lakes and there are more big bass now, according to DNR Division of Fish and Wildlife fisheries biologist Jed Pearson.

Outdoor Women at Big Oaks Wildlife Refuge

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 13:23:02 -0400

The Big Oaks Conservation Society and Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge host the fourth annual Outdoor Women at Big Oaks National Wildlife Refuge in Madison, Saturday, June 7. Outdoor Women at Big Oaks is an event designed to offer women a non-competitive atmosphere in which to gain skills in the out-of-doors.

Sage/Redington/Rio offer 8-wt Fly Fishing Outfit for Trout Unlimited Fundraiser

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 19:00:21 -0400

Bainbridge Island, Washington - The top names in Fly Fishing have joined forces together to put togther a world-class fly fishing outfit as a fundraiser for Trout Unlimited-Alaska to help with their efforts protecting the Bristol Bay watershed.

New Solution to an Old Problem

Wed, 05 Mar 2008 11:47:54 -0500

If you hang out with fishermen and listen to their conversations, you will soon discern three ideas that form the foundation of the angling community’s beliefs.

• Each angler wants improved fishing, which means more fish and bigger fish.

Indiana 2008 Public Property Reserved Turkey Hunt Opportunities

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 17:26:46 -0500

The DNR offers hunters reserved turkey hunts during youth and regular wild turkey hunting seasons.

Reserved youth spring turkey hunts
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Reserved youth turkey season hunts will be offered for both youth season days, April 19 and 20, at 27 DNR properties.