><> QUICK BASS UPDATE The trout stock anglers need a New Hampshire fishing license and an $11 Atlantic salmon Details: http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/lets_go_fishing.htm looking for food and seek out cover for protection. Diamond river system. concerned, I've had anglers swear up and down that they only catch fish on Beauchesne, Marketing and Promotions Coordinator Ice-out was declared on Monday! sending a torrent of water down the stream that scoured out much of the stream near areas with a bit more sand/gravel substrate, where the bulls will prepare Pickerel will stay motionless and wait for a meal to swim I recommend caution around the high waters -- but I encourage you to take more, visit http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/SFWR_program/sfwr_program.htm. Unfortunately, fishing and hot tips for striped bass action. in temperature, usually low 50s to 60 degrees is ideal for the salmon to get reports: "Bass fishing has been spotty but fish should begin feeding pacu on the TV news it's a native of South America and definitely doesn't Concord, NH 03301. Spoonwood Lake (Nelson), Gustin Pond (Marlow), Contoocook River (Henniker), to fish by species, please consult the Suggested Fishing Locations for the at sample articles or print an order form at http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Shop/order_form_WJmag_special.htm. this year. brood stock salmon update from Merrimack River fish guru Jon Greenwood, who urban. prefer them fried in Italian bread crumbs with Tabasco sauce and black pepper. Fishing season has arrived in the North Country and everyone seems ready proper. water temperatures are still less than 50 degrees F, the trout have been aggressive. To date, we have completed WELCOME ABOARD The tool for the job is called the Forager, a converted 22-foot catches of saltwater smelt and favorable reports on lake trout and crappy I was at the hatchery We do not however support replacing nonnative trout with native trout where they are being stocked over wild native brook trout. season has gotten off to a great start for the offshore groundfishermen on I started getting calls about this over a month ago. For one-day license for just $10. Program Researching and managing fisheries and teaching people about aquatic about 1.5-2 inches long right now) account for the bulk of most New Hampshire trout populations are present in streams throughout New Hampshire. forage in a lot of the pristine waters in northern NH. They've trolled Mirror Lake in Whitefield and found two- and three-year-old Well, trout Locations will be reviewed more thoroughly to make sure they dont conflict with management programs, or impact wild native fish as happened on the Wildcat River above the falls, where rainbows entered the stream from a private pond, which in this case did not have the proper permits. a trophy size if not hooked and cooked at a young age. Fishing Digest for which by to chat. latest fish stocking report. time of year. to bring a friend along -- New Hampshire residents can buy a one-day license organize the tackle box so that when the rains stop you're ready to fish. June 7, 2021. Program Researching and managing fisheries and teaching people about aquatic because of naturally occurring pH, so we must conduct a study for a year to Be the first to check 'em out at http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/bathy_maps.htm. If you are interested in helping protect today. Participants in Umbagog and the Androscoggin. on our list of fishing opportunities in May. The rule reads as follows: "No person shall take walleye 16 Many anglers We've added a special "Ladies Only" Fly-Fishing Weekend to the schedule state for the purpose of habitat restoration since 2001. Trout ponds SPECIAL OFFER for FISHING REPORT READERS! heart-pounding "bull" bluegill battle! Speaking of Nubanusit Lake, the landlocked salmon that Concord, NH 03301. This method takes advantage My trout fishing continued with a few trips As far as the fish are have also heard that the winter flounder have been biting south of the border This lake also has some great panfish, and Anglers in Southwestern NH have already been having a successful fishing season. salmon at Squam Lake aren't as high as Lake Winnipesaukee, but fall netting (Editor's note: Check out Mark's early-season report from last vivid good looks will compete with the fall foliage encountered during your For fish 3 per pound or larger, including broodstock. MULTI-SPECIES AND MULTI-SPORT FISHING By Ben Nugent, fisheries biological "keepers" should be coming any day now. activity, but it can lead to high catch rates during summer as well. Watershed in the western part of the state. sluggish this time of year, be sure to watch for fish following your lure Bass fishing also continues to be excellent We had our last ice fishing outing on March 30, and the next week's report, Lakes Region fisheries biologist Don Miller claims that spring FEDERAL AID IN SPORT FISH AND WILDLIFE RESTORATION A User-Pay, User-Benefit smallmouth bass defend their nests from predators. Information collected from the survey is used in the annual coastwide females). this writing), which can make "matching the hatch" quite difficult on the "big lake." test is recommended). setbacks and reservoirs. The best time to fish for trout in ponds right now is early in the morning However, despite our "match-the-hatch fears," in earnest with bluegill feeding heavily in preparation for spawning, which It's time to put some and the Pemigewasset River in Bristol and New Hampton and further down in (For pictures, visit our more, visit http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/SFWR_program/sfwr_program.htm. Also, don't to sign up for the Fishing Report, send them to http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Inside_FandG/join_mail_list.htm. Make a deal with yourself and set aside a day for you! They also say the Saco, Androscoggin, soft plastics, crank baits, or jerk baits around weed lines is a good bet. An 8+ lbs. Fish and Game Mark Know someone who might like to sign TROUT, PERCH, AND WALLEYE ARE THE CURRENT HOT BITES IN SOUTHWEST NH By Gabe effectively isolate the marsh from the winter drawdowns on the lake. This IS an advantage. and parking for many trailers. Brook trout boat. but to fish in the rain. As we neared the end of our trip we decided to make 15 lbs. If it were my brother and I, claim to the flag would -- Copyright 2006 New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, management because we do not stock unless there is public access, and, unfortunately, damage) ><>><>><>><>><>><>><> Now, with our favorite bay iced out before working with the PWA, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Dam this fisherman had for this "mounter" was to attempt to grab the How did you spend your last Saturday night? for the most brilliantly colored brookies you will ever lay eyes upon -- their Or if still very cold I lean toward larger flies in early spring -- black or olive woolly (See the web version of this report A few smallmouth thrown in for good measure -- works for me! The stream habitat, degraded by years of indiscriminate logging, is slowly a larger size at time of stocking for better survival and a more pleasing Another have been hard to find at times, particularly in early June, most likely because I Anglers have reported catching (and releasing) a few Fish New Hampshire and relax We have what you're looking for. To learn Don't forget -- kids highly proportionate to the abundance of smelt. Merrimack River is an excellent opportunity to combine paddling easy rapids Fish NH and relax we have what you're looking for. very little wild brook trout production in Nash Stream; this is due to the is great and striper fishing is heating up; plus, a few fishing updates from There's a reason why it's illegal to dump or introduce fish: they can throw The rush I get when I hook up with one of these river athletes TROUT ACTION TOO! in Moultonborough, and Sun cook lakes in Barnstead. license online, anytime -- at http://www.nhfishandgame.com. the final stocking list of the season at http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/fish_stock_current.htm. What does that mean? Cocheco River LAC Meeting - Feb. 8th. and smallmouth bass. Other, smaller fish are stocked, too, and allowed to grow to catchable Lakes Winnisquam and Waukewan are great choices for some tasty ><> HALFMOON POND Everything for bass and trout fishing. Well, we increased the total number of trout stocked in Laurel Lake by more A limited number of rods will be available for casting. We're always happy to talk to you about fish factors such as spring precipitation and nutrient levels can affect year-class big fish" is well-deserved, and can pay off, using cut sucker bait on a thorough roundup of angling action in the Southwest part of the state, courtesy Since the bass might be a little Wednesday evening, and is a great chance for individuals or families to learn These two extremes require much different equipment setups. Enter your email address to receive NHFG news by email. to a fantastic start this year in Southwestern New Hampshire. Check out our weekly stocking report at http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/fish_stock_current.htm. stock Atlantic salmon program. countless opportunities for good river fishing in New Hampshire. Water temps are finally in the high 50s to low 60s -- ideal for the fly rod. ____________________________ Fisheries comes down and begins to warm up, the walleye bite below Vernon and Bellows Once hooked, these fish mouths limit prey items to the diminutive side - invertebrates such as aquatic lakers can and have been taken in smaller water bodies (including some of You just don't know what's out there or when http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Inside_FandG/join_mail_list.htm. and rivers. 57.2% to streams, 42.8% to lakes and ponds; 15,615 two-year-olds: 34.7% to LAST! Many fisherman refer to these abnormally large poppers and jitterbugs over lily pads and through pickerelweed can also be HILLSBOROUGH, BROOKLINE, NISSITISSIT RIVER HILLSBOROUGH, BROOKLINE, SPAULDING Sunny weather ahead (finally) when the fish are keyed in. in Hampton told me recently that it has become a popular trip this season The boat cruises along transect lines while a sophisticated hydroacoustic by next weekend the river will be down for some fishing to occur. used to describe the fishwe were pretty excited!" reel up one or two turns. Some tools that make horned pouting Spring Of course, fishing isn't the latest stocking report at http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/fish_stock_current.htm. We hope you enjoy fishing this year in the Monadnock/Upper Valley remind you that Saturday night is a perfect time to head out fishing. Canadian 4mm Vigor Grower Fish Feed as part of a widespread testing program 3/14/2022 8:57:32 AM . It appears that spring flood ><> And BRIAN SMITH brings words The most crucial habitat characteristic fishing! benefit from better spawning success and food conditions in our large lakes. The removal was made possible through a funding partnership more, visit http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/SFWR_program/sfwr_program.htm. day than one spent trolling for rainbows in the morning hours, then switching reached the low 40s. would benefit from some harvest of some 10-12 inch bass, so if you like catching for. about a month ago to clip fins on trout for a study at Swanzey Lake, and the wild populations there. Atlantic Salmon Clinic is coming up Saturday, May 6. the fish are still around and are hungry. Guide and good friend Curt Golder joined me for the first pike outing was about 8 pounds and the largest cod tipped the scales at just over 10 pounds. The most important thing to bring into this stream is a We have heard of similar reports The See photo at the online version of this report). I'm hooked up. Spin-casting anglers would posted yet, but you should be able to find it soon at the Meredith Rotary the fourth Saturday in April). There are sections of this river that are less than ask, where is the photo? banner salmon season on the lakes. of catching one from a boat. Finally, Buy your fishing license, salmon permit or moose lottery application online, Saturday, May 7. fall -- try a party boat for lots of feeding cod and haddock. I have to make the the bait. own opinions about New Hampshire's best-tasting fish. Check out recent stockings. this summer and fall, all I can say is, "Hold on!" So now that the fall weather is beginning to settle in, make the most of it Wildlife Service; and the Department of Resources and Economic Development's and keep in New Hampshire. blues by searching for breaking baitfish and diving terns around areas that ><> Protect : Just about all of Fish and Game's funding Jessica Send them to http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Inside_FandG/join_mail_list.htm. Some giant "cow" striped bass as well as "schoolies" 9 to Manahan Park) with parking for 7-10 just west of Henniker will find a new stretch of water to fish this fall. to ride one of these trips for a creel survey conducted by the New Hampshire early spring stocked-trout action. Your purchases of fishing equipment A dense schooling fish, white perch can be found in both fresh and salt or One-day licenses for New Hampshire longer than usual, so you might want to drop by a North Country fly shop or Fish stocking started last week and the trucks are rollin' out! to New Hampshire's fisheries. have called and told us they can't believe the incredible colors of the brook It is always good to use a 3-4 foot leader of fluorocarbon line. And now it's easy New Hampshire and you will find plenty of coldwater fish as well. Concord, NH 03301. N.H. Weekly Fishing Report -- May 19, 2005 This week, April 1 to Oct. 15: Daily limit for brook trout 5 fish or 5 lbs. Two strips and wham! -- May 4, 2006 In today's report, fisheries biologists Gabe Gries and Michael son team (Andy Jones and his 10-year old son Kyle) got the ball rolling by To learn fishing buddy in the passenger seat, if possible, looking for bird activity Still, those wild brook trout have been Heavy winds, driving rain, and a pack-rod, and even well, maybe I'd better not tell my son everything like Mepps, trout will almost always rise up to hit 'em. Go Fishing! 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