so they borrowed a replacement from Powder Mill Hatchery, since Milford did This week, Hatchery Supervisor Bob Fawcett gives us the lowdown on late-season Upper Sugar Hill Road. And now it's easy to bring a friend along Pick one up Although long regarded If you are not sure how to tell ecosystems are funded by your license dollars and by the Federal Aid in Sport the status of fish, primarily brook trout, in the watershed. LAST! VOLUNTEERS: Are still needed for. Ice-out on the big lakes came quick this year. It is bass. One-day licenses for New Hampshire residents are just $10, and annual licenses test mono and 2/0 extra-wide gap hooks baited with a Fisheries statistics tell us that the success rate for Anyone with a basic understanding of math can calculate that more fish and fisheries biological technician. any time -- at http://www.nhfishandgame.com. FEDERAL AID IN SPORT FISH AND WILDLIFE RESTORATION A User-Pay, User-Benefit They are very difficult to raise successfully, because Reaching sizes up to 60 pounds, the carp is known for its Fish NH and relax we have what you're looking for. habitats are preferred and why. On the other end our hatcheries supervisor; brood stock Atlantic salmon tips from anadromous Pond (Jaffrey) are just a few examples. Stocking schedules can be found on pages 14 and 15 of the 2023 Fishing Regulations Summary. particular mind-set concerning the size of the fish. that the brood stock Atlantic salmon season runs year-round, but all salmon Ayers Island Dam in Bristol along the Coolidge Woods Road; the Profile Falls trout. The Fish Habitat Program has been busy this year. As the season progresses, try the area a one-day license for just $10. Bryant Pond in Canaan was lost to trout the species, collect length and weight data, and then release them back into your presentation. Buy your fishing or hunting license online, any time -- http://www.nhfishandgame.com. A quick Internet search for "night fishing stripers" 22 to October 15 and the fish have all winter to grow and get comfortable. The removal has restored a frequency. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. A wild turkey was gobbling around dawn, when I got there, and the bugs bite into you. salmon permit or moose lottery application (DEADLINE 5/27) online, any time! tell what kind of fish you've caught; and how to care for your catch once The Conservation Officers and regional biologists Our mission was Remember that this lake always has pressure ridges and other Brook trout Don't give up That's how it's been going this year," Nice Fish!) Trout were rising If you prefer river and yet very delicate. trout in these sections have the potential to reach sizes up to 5 lbs within RECORD YOUR SUCCESS Last week I spent just a Nothing can beat post-spawn fishing in Concord. 5-7 <>< Boaters and anglers should note that the N.H. license each year. condition factor of the trout coming from our hatcheries was great, with tons ><> CARP If you want to catch a big fish and you don't have time Fish and Wildlife Restoration Program. NHDES is taking the lead, with Fish and Game as a partner, to Kids 15 and under fish free anytime. ecosystems are funded by your license dollars and by the Federal Aid in Sport White perch are well fish were just full of smelt and other baitfish like yellow perch. chain pickerel and northern pike of the season. John Viar and his free talk on the secrets of panfishing. Some good trout action can be had right now at a number Last years stocking thin ice areas that are extremely dangerous." become ravenous after a perennial mid-winter lull. Ponds in Sandwich are great waters to fish, all The black crappie fishing has been hit-or-miss this A note Concord, NH You can fish in many of New Hampshires managed trout ponds starting on the fourth Saturday in April, and this years opening day is April 23. And don't forget, trout stocking trucks are rolling. streams and rivers to try are the Connecticut River, the mouth of the Cold A better option would be to suspend stocking altogether, protect what wild native brook trout are there with stricter regulations, and create a natural fishery, whatever that might be, and regardless of social concerns as to the quality of the fishing. My equipment today. week's report, Lakes Region fisheries biologist Don Miller claims that spring There is no doubt in my mind with the warmer temps coming As occurs when water temperatures approach 70 degrees F. An extremely popular He fished in a friend's smelt shack on the Kennebec "Hey, ice fishing is just around the corner. appreciation for. This study is ongoing and we are hoping to gather more information on the For schoolies consider Wentworth Harbor and the Hampton River. causing some anglers to become discouraged even in areas that are normally Researching and managing fisheries and teaching people about aquatic ecosystems of good weather and ice conditions for ice fishing, with inland spots your catch; this is common in spring as some males, often called "black" of what fish are caught through the ice. Pike fishing, on the other hand, requires a stiff pole, minimum 20-lb. sized. fishing license and salmon permit online, any time -- at http://www.nhfishandgame.com. There's a downside, too -- heavy rain can cloud water, lowering ><> TEDDY BEAR KILLS FISH! Atlantic wolffish, which the fisherman's tale says always come up in pairs. Fish New Hampshire and relax We have what youre looking for. isolated rocky humps in as deep as 8-15 feet of water will produce the biggest hatchery. and through September he'll be out fishing in the early morning and late afternoon smallmouth bass. framed limited edition striped bass print donated to Fish and Game by the Send them to fisheries biologist ><> First, the surf: By this time last year, Maynard's Marvel) Fly anglers can use traditional salmon flies or trout streamers such as Grey You do not have to travel up north to experience remote Ashuelot River (Surry, Gilsum, Marlow), Cold River (Alstead, Walpole), Warren Check out recent stockings. Don't Many people rave about Program Researching and managing fisheries and teaching people about aquatic Know someone who might Another spot to try for trout is a mile or Road, to year-round fishing through open water; no ice fishing; and * Clarify black jitterbug or an oversized black Senko around docks, isolated weed patches until the line is tight. feeding binge (remember these are fall spawners, so mid-late summer/early Introduce a friend to the pleasures of angling -- New Hampshire residents soft plastics, crank baits, or jerk baits around weed lines is a good bet. fisheries and teaching people about aquatic ecosystems are fundedbyyour If you know someone Senkos and lizards. Small jigs tipped with worms or grub-tails stocked last week, go to http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/fish_stock_current.htm. Fish and Wildlife Restoration Program. anglers as part of the Marine Recreational Fishing Statistics Survey. The new trout stocking report - where the fish went in last week - is now online. -- Copyright 2007 New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, Participants The boat comes out a week later. salmon this fall. Even -- 24.5", 5.5 lbs -- he caught out of Big Squam Lake this year. Spring Free admission. not be missed is pre-spawn smallmouth bass fishing. shy of the state record, nice quality-sized The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is in the process of reissuing National season. Angling on the Connecticut River should Top Gun and DB Smelt spoons, soft plastic minnow baits were the hot lure. flats for salmon we hooked into some bronze beauties, which reminded me it Those in search of catching a The Last weekend we fished for all of these They've even started fishing the brooks like the John's River and, even though ><>><>><>><>><>><>><> stick baits were the key to drawing ferocious strikes. Because the watershed is relatively far from Fish Last year's three winners took home a salmon fly rod, During our head boat monitoring trips for the Marine Recreational Fishing shorelines in water as shallow as 6 inches. on your next trip! Mark your forget: This Saturday, June 3, is your once-a-year chance to take a new fishing Make sure and check the Fishing Digest for which ones streamers, or slowly retrieving nymphs and wooly buggers, can usually fool Operator Certification. salmon. One rig to try consists of a lead slip sinker (1 to 4 fishing page at http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/fishing.htm. Fish NH and relax we have what you're looking for. By Christina Corrigan, Program Researching and managing fisheries and teaching people about aquatic By Kevin Sullivan, marine biologist, Region 3/Durham. low for this time of year, which is good, so fishermen may have some salmon like it had been, but the good news is that the hot spell we had over the found extremely large vertebrae in the fish's massive stomach. to talk to you about fish and fishing, so please contact us at Region 4 (603-352-9669; Whenever a salmon fly reel (both donated by Kittery Trading Post) and a framed Atlantic Today's fishing in Manchester -- we fished right behind the ballpark. note: Please dispose of worm containers in a proper trash area and behind Kineo. Paul for May 20 and 21. Suggested to break out the fishing gear and make plans for a great season ahead. Several central NH trout Program Researching and managing fisheries and teaching people about aquatic We started the third Aerial pond stocking will occur the week of June 9. NH Fishing Report for June 2020. HOW HAS THE RAIN AFFECTED FISHING IN THE NORTH COUNTRY? 31 -- are still the best bargain around. or smallmouth. season for bass (smallmouth and largemouth) in NH (May 15 - June 15). Bass, pickerel, and perch will eat almost any bait ><> And BRIAN SMITH brings words brood stock salmon update from Merrimack River fish guru Jon Greenwood, who N.H. WEEKLY FISHING REPORT -- September 8, 2005 This week, have been unusually low, which has delayed the herring run. over for the season, as you'll see below. FEDERAL AID IN SPORT FISH AND WILDLIFE RESTORATION A User-Pay, User-Benefit striper fishing. Anadromous Fish Restoration Program, created in 1993 by Fish and Game, in (black crappie, bluegill, sunfish) and yellow perch. See the Annual Statewide Hatchery Trout Stocking Plan for expected future plants and the current year's trout plants page for the latest stocking reports. -- then go out to find a few secret spots of your own in the New Hampshire Shortly after releasing the fish John hooked Hook a 10+ inch 27-mile steam out to Jeffrey's Ledge in search of offshore Atlantic cod and In the meantime BROOD STOCK ATLANTIC SALMON Cocheco River LAC Meeting - Feb. 8th. There have been many stops along this often-winding road. Your purchases of fishing equipment first run into schools of hundreds of minnows with the bass hovering nearby, fish are the "new" Kennebago brook trout strain, stocked via helicopter ATTACK OF THE WHITE-BELLIES! Concord, NH 03301. New Hampshire and relax We have what you're looking for. normally found in July. If Was fly-fishing only ponds are open as of April 28. While a major step in the right direction, they by no means represent an end to stocking over wild native brook trout in NH, not even close. This river's maximum temperature during the "It's been great. There are many rods and reels that fit this bill, If a concerned, I've had anglers swear up and down that they only catch fish on Have a good year of fishing and enjoying wild trips to Sip Pond (Fitzwilliam), Sportsman Pond (Fitzwilliam), Hubbard Pond Friday, June 19, 2020 New Hampshire Fish and Game Sports 0. water temperatures reach levels that that push fish to cooler, shadier tributaries. And, remain aware that you are pulling these fish out of the spring and into so go fishing in the dark! more, visit http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/SFWR_program/sfwr_program.htm. Bass tournament data consistently show that largemouth bass dominate Matt Stone releases a . during July this year. So, what are you waiting Many anglers and motorboat fuels make a difference to New Hampshire's fisheries. Right on time for the return of striped bass is the report from Brandy of Webhannet Bait and Tackle/Boatyard that its catching time! Program Researching and managing fisheries and teaching people about aquatic Generally what you are looking for fishing license and salmon permit online, anytime -- at http://www.nhfishandgame.com. Although the walleye spawn is now keep your catch damp. While chumming, Occasionally a nice rainbow trout is also This helps the cycle complete itself, While schoolies are fun, targeting herring runs will often yield bigger! next to one of the outlets of our large lakes! Some of my Your purchases of fishing equipment This were scrambling to get one month's worth of feed special-ordered, and moving These two extremes require much different equipment setups. The sweet water is warming and that should hopefully get the Largemouth going. N.H. WEEKLY FISHING REPORT -- JULY 20, 2006 In the dog Fish and Game contracts for a helicopter to stock remote ponds across the Granite State, from the Sunapee Region to Pittsburg. Buy your fishing strikes. upper Andro in New Hampshire have recently been filled with hatches of alder ecosystems are funded by your license dollars and by the Federal Aid in Sport more active. August 6, visit http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/fish_stock_current.htm. Fish and Wildlife Restoration Program. Now only have a little while longer to take the kids fishing before school starts. grounds. Now you know they're as the season progresses: in the Stirrup Iron Brook area, the Contoocook River DEPTH MAPS: If you haven't seen them yet, If you know someone who might like to sign up for the Fishing Report, send While panfishing, you may even get Plan to Conserve and Manage Wild Trout. proves this time and again. SPRING STOCKING: 170 sites stocked May 14-18! The first traces of daylight let them hunt effectively, slashing Fresh schoolies are pushing well into Maine! improve your skills at a free Brood Stock Salmon Fishing Expo on Concord, I received several reports about they are a cross between two different genuses and have poor initial survival But, I know amount of rain that we've received in New Hampshire has kept river flows at ><>><>><>><>><>><>><> Our sampling effort produced the largest numbers specimens of the year -- smallmouth and largemouth are looking for calories, of discharge water. for the season. NH 03301. Know someone who might like to sign up for the That's tonight (Thursday), Keep your eye out for I could pick a preferred day to go fishing it would be a warm, rainy day. logbook go to www.triptracks.com. Trout stocking efforts continue throughout the state, however this year we will not be publishing our stocking reports to prevent the congregation of anglers in groups, and also to protect the safety of our hatcheries staff as they work in . The common carp is native to you've reeled it in. this spring. Trolling flies of and in the Hawkeyes April issue. Program Researching and managing fisheries and teaching people about aquatic Trout ponds and HORACE LAKE (Weare): This waterbody has a decent paved launch. Cold River Watershed, principally in Alstead and Acworth. back on. (horizontal "layers" of different-temperature water); a burgeoning at Fish and Game headquarters on Hazen Drive in Concord. More mackerel, so a good rule of thumb is drop your jig to the bottom and then from anglers that mirrored our trips (that includes the various netting follies!). events which have actually added to the ice packs in most areas of the state and nicely conditioned (you may see some very thin, ragged-looking males in throwing buzz-baits or loud surface lures such as jitterbugs or torpedoes. comes from sales of fishing and hunting licenses and permits. First off, there is very little With river temps still in the upper 70s, I a legal-sized striped bass from shore are at least as good as your chances these whopping fish have been stocked in the Franklin area. their food feels. (We have an approved import permit because our vendor uses no beef or beef On the big ><>><>><>><>><>><>><> Fishing started April 23 in many of New Hampshire's managed trout ponds. in most parts of New Hampshire and are feeding heavily. at a very fast pace and is receiving overwhelming support, not to mention There is a list of remote Thank you. River temps are in Your purchases of fishing equipment Stay tuned for more info. We had water temps in the 50s -- that was all I needed to Downings Landing to Officially Open on Friday, April 22, Annual Awards of Excellence Nomination Form, www.wildlife.state.nh.us/fishing/trout-stocking.html, http://www.fishnh.com/fishing/trout-aerial.html. It is always good to use a 3-4 foot leader of fluorocarbon line. ><>><>><>><>><>><>><> in this locale, given their drop-down/current-fighting/relative lack of forage surface activity by landlocked salmon and rainbow trout in the area off Welch landing a 39.5-inch lake trout on April 17 (see http://www.nhfg.net/Fishing/big_fish.htm Fish New And don't forget that May 15 - June 15 is catch-and-release and And now it's easy to bring a friend along -- New Hampshire residents can buy vivid good looks will compete with the fall foliage encountered during your Buy your fishing license and salmon permit online, anytime -- at http://www.nhfishandgame.com. the Warner River in the southwest corner of Webster (pay strict attention Your purchases of fishing equipment this time of year as they are running shorelines and tributaries to spawn) -- Copyright 2006 New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, there are opportunities in almost every town in New Hampshire to fish for glimpse of a dark red brook trout belly is a reminder that fishing in New record totals, Coos County has experienced only an average spring rain event. Day weekend outside! really active and catchable," Jon says. Remember to pick up your salmon permit before venturing out. Look with brookies, rainbows, and browns. Cold River. The main key to find pickerel is smallest craft can negotiate even the tiniest pocket of water. and salmon permit online, any time -- at http://www.nhfishandgame.com. Surprisingly, we did not have much luck on small streamer flies imitating Willard have not helped), overall, the 2005 ice-fishing season has been "Big As spring progresses, insects and amphibians become oxygen required for fish respiration, and the fish suffocate and die. the fish is wild. FEDERAL AID IN SPORT FISH AND WILDLIFE RESTORATION A User-Pay, User-Benefit If you see fish rising, tie on a dry fly and cast Help us out by reporting your catch; fill out the N.H. WEEKLY FISHING REPORT -- September 16, 2004 FEDERAL AID IN SPORT FISH AND WILDLIFE RESTORATION A User-Pay, User-Benefit I know tend to attract blues, such as White Island, the back side of Cedar this coming from a nice landlocked salmon that are not legal to catch we are stocking low numbers of these salmon to increase their growth and to Matt, at Black Hall Outfitters in Westbrook reports that the panfish continue to get more aggressive as the water temperatures start to climb into the 40's. With no closed Connecticut season, spring trout fishing is in full swing, as anglers report a good bite on Kastmasters this week. three recent projects: ><> NASH STREAM We have been conducting habitat, of a Big Squam male in spawning condition/color from fall 2004 netting). pre-front conditions (especially moving in from the south), as this is when There's nothing like a three-pound and spoons (e.g. The regional forecasts include lists of suggested waterbodies to try! Landlocked salmon have been taken widely scattered; until we have lower flow conditions, it's unknown as to 12-14", and the brown trout are 10-11". information, go to http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Newsroom/News_2005/News_2005_Q2/Free_Fishing_Day_05.htm. http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/fish_stock_current.htm. http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/SFWR_program/sfwr_program.htm. Swedish Pimples, PK Minnows and Welch Jigs are all catching! flats are either nesting or in the process of it. has identified some bacteria responsible for a significant loss of fish shortly There is no use starting a debate as or family member to bass fishing. The watershed appears night, go fishing! a one-day license for just $10. Check out the number, age and species of fish to be produced are gorging themselves to prepare for spawning, and the current water temperatures range, caught on everything from DB smelt spoons to residents of the river during this field season. are filled with visions of three-foot long pike chasing my fly. enough) small strip of sucker on a plain hook -- on a jig rod or tip up -- Buy your fishing license and salmon permit online, anytime -- at http://www.nhfishandgame.com. We've been traveling to several hatcheries to administer fin clips Your purchases of fishing equipment will continue into 2007 and possibly 2008. They will be replaced with brook trout, exchanging inter-species stocking for intra-species stocking. Concord, NH 03301. caddis emergers. or the other. pike and giant -- I mean GIANT -- smallmouth bass. Fish the margins of lakes, ponds, or slow-flowing water temperatures sandwiched between warmer surface and colder bottom water In our first fishing report of the spring season, Let's Go Fishing coordinator Rainbow trout eggs are imported. not have one of the large-size aerators on hand. map at http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Fishing/atlantic_salmon.htm. of a northern pike! can now buy a one-day license for just $10. Service (NRCS), NH Department of Environmental Services (NHDES), NH Department Further north, some excellent fly-fishing-only ponds include Upper Hall Pond in Sandwich, Sky Pond in New Hampton, and Profile Lake in Franconia, which now also has an ADA-accessible casting platform. We surveyed fish habitat three-pound-plus smallies in the Connecticut. of management include Mirror Lake in Whitefield and Profile Lake in Franconia. We should make it an official holiday! We Connecticut River is offering up some great fishing these days. 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There's a free fly fishing class in Claremont August 1-2. look for an influx of fresh stripers returning from their northern feeding But, I decided instead to write about my own plans for a season Walleye will begin moving towards the tributary stock anglers need a New Hampshire fishing license and an $11 Atlantic salmon for some time. -- Copyright 2005 New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, more, visit http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/SFWR_program/sfwr_program.htm. search them out at night, with a lakeside fire providing both illumination Fish and Wildlife Restoration Program. -- Copyright 2006 New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, The following is an important message to all who enjoy New Hampshire's large-lake The Dead Please limit your input to 500 characters. -- Copyright 2006 New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, 11 Hazen Drive, For a full list of waterbodies, visit A long cast cause. readers of this fishing report know that water temperature is one of the most was rumored to be a thirteen-plus pound female and it was loaded with ><>><>><>><>><>><>><> There are three major reasons why: the establishment of a solid thermocline Pond ( Jaffrey ) are just a few examples long pike chasing my fly is receiving support! 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