Indiana Bass Federation Youth – Conservation – Fishing
DNR News Division of Fish & Wildlife Indiana Department of Natural Resources 402 W. Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46204-2748 For immediate release: July 7, 2016 New black bass size limits at Shakamak State Park lakes Shakamak, Kickapoo and Lenape lakes in Shakamak State Park now have a 14-inch minimum length limit …
Read More »Project Results: Sullivan Lake Building Fish Habitat on April 30, 2016
We had 17 volunteers help us build structures on that soggy Saturday. Most were members of Bass Unlimited but we also had several people from the campground and anglers assist. We were able to get everything built in just a couple hours thanks to them and their power tools. We …
Read More »White River Beach?
Three articles addressing plans for the White River in Indianapolis. A beach along the White River? It could happen INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Visit Indy tourism group has announced a plan to add attractions and visitors to the downtown riverfront by 2025. Visit Indy officials said they’d like to see …
Read More »DNR seeks volunteers to build fish habitat at Sullivan Lake
The DNR is seeking volunteers to assemble fish habitat structures for Sullivan Lake on April 30 as part of the new Reservoir Aquatic Habitat Enhancement Program (RAHEP). RAHEP builds fish habitat in reservoirs where natural structure is lacking. Sullivan Lake, a 451-acre reservoir in Sullivan, is the first project lake for …
Read More »Supporting Go FishIN
As the Indiana Bass Federation Conservation Director, I invite all of our clubs to support the Indiana DNR Go FishIN program. Whatever we do to assist is greatly appreciated. Go FishIN promotes conservation, fish biology, angler ethics and angler skills for the Indiana youth through educational workshops. Learn more about …
Read More »Fish Stocking in Indiana
DNR hatcheries produce 16 different fish species for stocking throughout Indiana. District fisheries biologists evaluate fish populations to determine the best sites for stocking. Fish stockings are not done as a cure-all for poor fishing in a lake or stream. The 2014-15 annual fish stocking database includes fish stocked from …
Read More »Aquatic Habitat Enhancement Plan for the Placement of Natural and Artificial Habitats in Indiana’s Reservoirs
The attached report will serve as the Division of Fish and Wildlife’s guiding document for the Indiana Reservoir Aquatic Habitat Enhancement Program. This document outlines strategies for lake selection, permits, recommended structures, and structure placement recommendations. It does not have specifics on shoreline stabilization or dredging recommendations but the D.N.R. …
Read More »Indiana Lake and River Enhancement (LARE)
Ever wonder how the Indiana Lake and River Enhancement (LARE) funds are utilized? Check out the LAKE & RIVER ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM page on the Indiana DNR website. Be sure to click on the five links at the bottom of the page, especially “LARE project applications & funding approvals” for a …
Read More »New public fishing area opens in Morgan County
DNR News Division of Fish & Wildlife Indiana Department of Natural Resources 402 W. Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46204-2748 For immediate release: Dec. 30, 2015 New public fishing area opens in Morgan County Anglers will have better and safer access to the West Fork of the White River in Morgan County …
Read More »Ignoring Dock Talk – The Key to becoming a Better Angler
Ignoring Dock Talk – The Key to becoming a Better Angler By Tom Stark Year after year, tournament after tournament anglers are bombarded with dock talk. Many times people listen to the dock talk allowing themselves to second guess their strategies and strengths. It happens all the time someone say’s …
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