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Nebraska Fishing News & Opportunities

Anglers at sunset at Spalding Dam

Fishing tips for the heat of summer

In summer, fishing gets tougher. Fish are surrounded by natural prey and may be less interested in whatever you're casting. However, knowing when and where to fish can make all the difference. Here are some tips from a Game and Parks professional to up your summer fishing game.

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Kirbian Peters holding a record-size blue catfish

How not to lose big fish

There's nothing quite as frustrating as almost hauling in the catch of a lifetime, only to lose it due to a mistake or unforeseen circumstance. Sometimes, there's nothing you can do; in other cases, there are many things you can control to help you land that fish. Read more for some tips.

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Video: Nebraska's Aquatic Habitat Stamp Program

Over the past 25 years, the Nebraska Aquatic Habitat Program has generated more than $90 million for improvements to over 130 water bodies. Take a peek into how it started and what it does with this new video from Game and Parks.

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Aerial view of Holmes Lake

Lincoln and Omaha-area fishing trip planners

Live near Lincoln or Omaha? Check out our three fishing trip planners for these areas. The trip planners include descriptions of where to go fishing nearby and helpful tips for anglers.

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Man fishing from a kayak on a foggy day

Kayak fishing tips for beginners

By learning some basic kayak fishing tips, you can be out on the water and fishing from a kayak sooner than you might think. Kayaks are quiet, easy to transport, and simple to use!

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Walleye in a net

How to catch walleye at night 

While you aren't limited to fishing for walleye only during the evening hours, your chances of catching one are higher if you go at night. Here are some helpful tips that you can use in your pursuit.

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Releasing a bluegill

Proper catch-and-release in summer

In the heat of summer, fish are more stressed by being caught. So, it's even more important to handle fish properly when practicing catch-and-release in summertime. Here's how.

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A cluster of zebra mussels

Clean, Drain and Dry to stop aquatic hitchhikers

Preventing the spread of nuisances like zebra mussels starts with you. We need cooperation from everyone to keep these species from taking root. Here's what to know.

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Prosciutto-wrapped northern pike on plate with broccoli

Make prosciutto-wrapped northern pike

Learn a new way of preparing northern pike. This recipe, with pike seasoned with pesto and wrapped in pork prosciutto, will have everyone at the table reaching for seconds.

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