Hinsdale Central girl hooked on fishing

It didn’t take long for Nichole Mara to become hooked on fishing. The Hinsdale Central senior has some very early memories of joining her dad when he would grab the tackle box and fishing poles, and head for a lake or pond. “I started going with my dad first,” Mara said. “Ever since I was in diapers, we would go, even ice fishing. I’m an only child, and my mom fishes, too, so it was something we ...

Fish Report for weekend trout contests is good

With sunshine and temperatures in the 80s predicted, it's the perfect time to take a child fishing, and there are two trout fishing contests that kids of all ages — from 8 months to 80 years — will love this weekend.

Become a WCO for state Fish and Boat Commission

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is looking for people interested in a career as a waterways conservation officer. Applications for trainee positions must be sent to the state Civil Service Commission and postmarked by June 23. A written test with the Civil Service Commission must be completed by July 28.

Springtime blues can lift anglers' spirits

Late spring and early summer are prime time for bluegills, a species often forgotten in the bass craze that has swept the nation for the past several decades. For steady action, great eating, and the pure, simple fun of a day on the water, there's nothing that matches bluegill fishing. Add to that the bag limit is as high as 50 per day in many states and you've got a great angling target, and ...

Where the fisheries pros go

For area fishing professionals, and anglers in general, it's the million-dollar question. Where will the walleyes be biting on Saturday? For area fisheries professionals, it's a bit more complex, this walleye-fishing conundrum.