An Iowa fisherman broke the state record by reeling in a 105-pound blue catfish from the Missouri River, surpassing a 21-year ...

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources says George Thompson landed a monster after a 35-minute battle on rod and reel on ...

Think you've caught some big fish? Check this list to see how your personal bests compare to records recognized by the Iowa ...

Don Williams (Boone): Fishing is good to excellent for crappies using jigs and minnows in 5 to 15 feet of water over structure. Bluegill fishing has been good using night crawlers. Walleye fishing has ...

Des Moines — Largemouth bass are biting at Iowa Lake, according to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. The DNR offers the following tips for area fishing spots. Black Crappie - Fair: Look for ...

1. In Lakeland, at Saddle Creek, grass shrimp, crickets and red worms were the bait of choice for shellcracker and bluegill. Small domestic shiners were the go-to bait for bass. The catfish bite has ...

In terms of availability, access, and a willingness to bite, it's hard to beat a bluegill. The species Lepomis macrochirus is widespread across the entire continent and is a popular game fish among ...

1. In Lakeland, crickets and grass shrimp are being sold like crazy as shellcracker have been hot. On Saddle Creek, look for catfish using chicken liver and cut bait. Bass have been hitting on darker ...

1. In Lakeland, bluegill and bass are active off the banks of Lake Parker. Bluegill and shellcracker are active just about anywhere on crickets and grass shrimp. At Saddle Creek, deep-diving crankbait ...

The Midwest falls right in the middle of the most scenic and productive fishing spots for any state in the US. The state has plenty of lakes, rivers and reservoirs in which anglers of all skill levels ...

The weekly fishing reports are produced from April to August. For current information on fishing conditions for your lake or area, contact the office in that district. Phone numbers are listed with ...