Indiana Bass Federation Youth – Conservation – Fishing
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 »2016 IBF Raffle Boat Winner!
Congratulations to James Hicks of Brownsville, IN the 2016 IBF Raffle Boat Winner! He purchased his tickets at the boat show at about 11 AM on the final Sunday,. He bought his tickets from two of the IBF Youth Tournament Trail members that were helping out at the IBF booth. …
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 »ATTENTION FEDERATION MEMBERS: Volunteer
Volunteer to work the IBF booth at the Indianapolis boat show, February 19th – 28th. Kenny Swint is scheduling the list of volunteers. The first weekend coverage needs to come from Zone 4 down south. The second weekend is up to Zone 1 up north. Zones 2 & 3 have …
Read More »Forrest L. Wood at General Membership Meeting
Don’t miss your chance to meet the legendary Forrest L. Wood. Be sure to make plans to attend the IBF Membership Meeting on February 20th, 2016. The meeting will be at 1:00 PM at the Grand Hall on the Indiana State Fairgrounds. This is the first Saturday of the Indianapolis …
Read More »IBF Raffle Boat
2016 Power-Pole Bass Federation Rebate Program
Power-Pole is a proud sponsor of The Bass Federation in 2016. We offer a rebate program to The Bass Federation members: Sportsman 2 Model: $75.00 Pro 2 Model: $100.00 Signature Series 2 Model: $125.00 Blade Model: $150.00 These discounts are available via the rebate program through our website. In order …
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 …
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