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Smallmouth

alt text Think topwater for Kentucky smallmouth during summer

I just about need a rope tied to my belt loop any time I work a Zara Pup. It looks so enticing darting side to side that I almost want to go in after it. Thankfully, a feisty smallie often beats me to the punch, especially during June.
Smallmouth waters often have warmed enough by June [...]

Catfishing

alt text Time for big Ohio blues: Catfish like these are by no means out of the question right now in Ohio

It’s time for big blue catfish on the Ohio River. Mike Marchand has the evidence. Mike, his brother-in-law,... 

Gear we need? Or gear we like?

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I know what you’re thinking: This is a fishing Web site. Why is he reviewing coffee makers? I’m... 

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Post-spawn bass in Kentucky pose fun, but tough, challenge

Mid to late June is a confusing time to fish for largemouth bass. Common sense dictates bass would inhale anything resembling food... 

June 19, 2009 | Read the story »

“Kentucky Afield” host Tim Farmer to throw first pitch at Louisville Bats baseball game on June 7

Tim Farmer “Kentucky Afield” television host Tim Farmer goes in pursuit of a different kind of game this weekend – baseball.... 

June 3, 2009 | Read the story »

Outdoors notebook | courier-journal.com | The Courier-Journal

Metro Parks officials will unveil improvements at Waverly Park Lake on Saturday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11:30 a.m. Improvements... 

June 3, 2009 | Read the story »

Kentucky free fishing weekend coming up June 6-7

Each year, the celebration of National Fishing and Boating Week includes Free Fishing Weekend. Kentucky anglers may fish June 6 - 7... 

June 2, 2009 | Read the story »

Kentucky Bourbon and wildlife watching, a winning combination

If sampling some of the world’s finest bourbons, eating good food and listening to some great bluegrass music sounds like a fun Saturday... 

June 2, 2009 | Read the story »

Fisheries biologists work toward the return of a lost species on “Kentucky Afield” TV

The alligator gar, once prevalent in western Kentucky sloughs and swamps, is now poised for a return. The story is told this weekend,... 

June 2, 2009 | Read the story »

Authorities on scene of apparent drowning at Taylorsville Lake | LOCAL NEWS | WHAS11.com | News for Louisville, Kentucky

Emergency and Rescue authorities are on the scene of an apparent drowning at Taylorsville Lake in Spencer County. Authorities on scene... 

May 29, 2009 | Read the story »

Department seeks input about proposed shoreline access regulations around Malone, 8 other department-owned lakes

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is seeking input from local landowners regarding proposed new regulations for... 

May 25, 2009 | Read the story »

An Old Pro looks at how catch-and-release makes for good fishing at Guntersville

G’ville seems to have an outstanding future as a bass fishery too. There were plenty of all year classes of bass in evidence... 

May 22, 2009 | Read the story »

Martins Fork Lake’s fearsome foursome of bass

Imagine fishing a lake where any cast could result in catching any one of our four recognized black bass species in Kentucky. Well,... 

May 18, 2009 | Read the story »

Everything but tartar sauce this weekend on “Kentucky Afield” TV

Fishing, fish, and a fish dish combine to make “Kentucky Afield” TV a keeper this weekend, May 16 and 17. With an eye on the white... 

May 12, 2009 | Read the story »

LBL’s Duncan Lake little but bluegills large

Duncan Lake is the closest thing I know of to a public farm pond. It’s about the right size, and the field just below the dam... 

May 11, 2009 | Read the story »

Avoid boating class rush: take a free boater education class now

Although this spring’s weather has been cool and damp so far, it will break soon. Once we have a week or two of temperatures consistently... 

May 11, 2009 | Read the story »

A guided canoe trip down Elkhorn Creek in Central Kentucky

Join the Salato Wildlife Education Center staff for a guided canoe trip along the Elkhorn Creek in Franklin County. This event is from... 

May 10, 2009 | Read the story »

Wolf Creek Dam: A Progress Report This Weekend on “Kentucky Afield” TV

Two years have passed since news broke that Wolf Creek Dam was leaking and major repairs were needed. Concern about the structure that... 

May 5, 2009 | Read the story »

Teenager yanks 10+ pound largemouth from Tom Wallace Lake

Dana Tindall says her teenage son, who is home schooled, fishes nearly every day after school. You can bet he never before had a day... 

May 3, 2009 | Read the story »

Bluegrass State 2009 Crappie Forecast

This spring should offer up a great opportunity to go out and catch a boatload of slabs. Across Kentucky, fisheries are in great shape.... 

April 27, 2009 | Read the story »

Kentucky tags panfish at Elmer Davis Lake

Anglers fishing at Elmer Davis Lake in Owen County can help the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources by returning tags... 

April 27, 2009 | Read the story »

Cedar Creek Lake gets weed-eating carp

State fishery workers have stocked Cedar Creek Lake with more than 800 grass carp in an effort to control weed growth in the 784-acre... 

April 27, 2009 | Read the story »

Police news: Fishermen’s boat, vehicle sink in Cedar Lake

STANFORD — About 8 p.m. Saturday, Lincoln County Deputy Sheriffs Ryan Kirkpatrick and Robin Jones went to Cedar Lake Boat Dock on... 

April 20, 2009 | Read the story »