fishing

From using a cane pole with a hook and worm to sonar technology, fishing has come a long way. That new technology helped one angler locate a stolen truck at the bottom of Wolf Lake.

Michigan jumps to #3 in the 2026 Best Fishing States Index. With abundant freshwater, solid infrastructure, and affordability, the state remains a top destination for fishing enthusiasts. See the full ranking.

Oregon voters may soon decide on a measure that could criminalize hunting and fishing. Advocates say it’s about animal protection, but opponents are gearing up for battle.

A sorting channel known as FishPass is a massive project running through downtown Traverse City that will help sort fish while preventing invasive species from moving upstream into inland waters.

Ice fishermen have not drilled a hole into the ice of Grand Traverse Bay since 2019. Fishermen are now back on the ice since it is fully frozen for the first time in six years.

One fish in Michigan waters, long dubbed the state’s ugliest, is surging in popularity as ice anglers increasingly target it. Why are anglers so hot on catching burbot?

Big changes for U.P. trout anglers: four lakes now allow more liberal rules (Type A/B), while four have been removed from trout status. Always verify current regs in the DNR’s app or site.

Meet the creepiest Great Lakes invaders: sea lampreys and snakeheads. With razor teeth and land-walking skills, they’re scarier than any movie monster.

Last season, the USA Ice Fishing National Championship was held in Lakeview, Michigan, and it has become the permanent home for the event.

I've seen plenty of YouTube videos of guys and gals noodling catfish, but it's usually down South. Is catfish noodling legal or illegal in Michigan? Let's find out.