Category Archives: Fisheries

Organizers of the 35th annual Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) Under the Lock Fishing Derby aim to build on last year’s record turnout as the event returns later this month with 3,000 stocked trout and more than $25,000 in prizes. Advanced Continue reading Under the Lock returning→

Ontario has some of the best fishing in the country. With over 250,000 lakes and more than 100,000 kilometers of rivers, it’s easy to find great places to fish close to home. Try our mobile fishing tool, Fish ON-Line to explore some Continue reading Fish ON-Line→

Fishing is a great way to get outside and enjoy the wonderful fishing opportunities Ontario provides. Whether you are planning to fish for the first time, or you are a seasoned expert, you can help prevent the spread of invasive Continue reading Help prevent the spread of invasive species!→

The 2024 Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary has launched! The summary contains all the details you need to plan your fishing adventures in 2024, including: fishing licence information general fishing regulations open seasons and catch limits exceptions for each fishing zone Continue reading The 2024 Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary has launched!→

https://oodmag.com/sea-lamprey-control/ A new approach to sea lamprey control could help reduce the impact of this invasive species further. Anne Scott, professor at Michigan State University, has been working with the Great Lakes Fishery Commission and US Geological Survey to identify Continue reading New sea lamprey control method found→

https://oodmag.com/manitoulin-island-angling-opportunities-abound/ Standing with my wife, Lois, on the shore of Lake Mindemoya, we watched fish breaking the calm lake surface. It had been more than 20 years since my last visit to Manitoulin Island but finally, I had returned. It Continue reading Manitoulin Island: Angling opportunities abound→

Ontario Family Fishing Events Four times a year, Canadian residents can fish in Ontario for free. This means you do not need to buy a fishing license if you want to fish during: Mother’s Day Weekend (May 11 & 12, 2024) Father’s Continue reading Ontario Family Fishing Events Go Fishing with your family!→

https://oodmag.com/cos-issue-ice-fishing-safety-reminder/ With the late start to ice fishing season, the Ontario Conservation Officers Association (OCOA) is urging anglers to use caution when heading out this winter. “Warm temperatures have caused many lakes to freeze slowly or not at all in Continue reading ice fishing safety reminder→

When fishing a sinking presentation, fine-tuning the fall rate can help you catch more walleye. At times, fish respond best to a slow, subtle drop, but there are times when the commotion of a fast-sinking lure smashing into a lakebed Continue reading Pounding the floor for walleye→

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