State record smallmouth buffalo caught in lower Wapsipinicon River 4/12/2022 3:31:00 PM View Count 1325 John Dirks, from Anamosa, caught a 43 pound smallmouth buffalo on December 1, 2021 in the lower Wapsipinicon River.
Fall offers fantastic fishing – get out and enjoy it 9/29/2020 1:15:00 PM View Count 3231 Fall is a great time to catch fish with family and friends. The air is cool, the views are picturesque and the fish are easy to catch. Make lasting memories together and put your worries behind you.
6 best bass baits and lures for summer 7/8/2016 1:53:00 PM View Count 41582 When it comes to gamefish, not many have captivated the gaze of avid anglers like the bass. No matter when, where, or what you’re fishing in, consider using these foolproof baits to attract bass of all types.
Six Iowa Fish that Put Up the Biggest Fight 6/23/2015 11:27:00 AM View Count 37139 Looking for a challenge? Try catching one of these Iowa fish that are ready to battle.
7 Iowa Fish With Open State Records: How to Catch a Record Fish 6/9/2015 10:51:00 AM View Count 12560 Put your name as the first entry in the history books by catching one of these seven fish species we added to the eligible State Record Fish species list in 2013. With no records for these fish currently,you can be the first to set the record! Try these tips to help you catch a record fish.