Freshwater Fishing

Will Nicolas Fishing Clinic
March 05, 2026

This Kid Teaches Other Kids How to Fish

Austin 12-year-old shares his passion for fishing through clinics at a neighborhood pond.

Story by Madelyn Perez
Guadalupe Bass being held in a hand just above the water
March 05, 2026

Guadalupe Bass Are on the Comeback

The 'state' of Texas' state fish has improved from dire to hopeful.

Story by Dyanne Fry Cortez
Two people holding up large fish that they caught.
March 2026 Issue

Minutes from San Antonio, Lakes Calaveras and Braunig Offer Trophy Red Drum

Texas fishing’s best-kept secret is half an hour from downtown San Antonio.

Story by Joseph Richards
Large sucker mouthed catfish on a plank of wood
March 05, 2026

Suckermouth Catfish: Armored and Dangerous

Dumped from home aquariums, these fish are unwelcome 'guests' who never leave.

Story by Louie Bond
ShareLunker 655 came with a comeback story
August/September 2025 Issue

Prosthesis Keeps A Big Bass Swimming

Thanks to some 'East Texas engineering,' the catch of ShareLunker 655 came with a comeback story.

Story by Marissa Ferguson
A channel catfish faces the camera
June 2025 Issue

Juglining Is a Simple but Effective Technique for Catching Catfish

Try preparing your hearty catch by poaching it in a delicate, creamy sauce.

Story by Cory Byrnes
Overlook of Lake Meredith
May 2025 Issue

There's Walleye in Texas? Yep.

Texas' fishing frontier is swimming in a Panhandle lake.

Story by Kirk McDonnell
Fried fish on a plate with french fries, sauce and lemon wedges
March 2025 Issue

You Don't Always Need to Catch-and-Release Your Bass. You Can Eat Them

Largemouth bass can make a tasty dinner.

Story by Kirk McDonnell
A man standing on a boat holds up a big bass
March 2025 Issue

Bassmaster Classic Comes to Texas for Fourth Time

"Super Bowl of Sportfishing" to be held at Lake Ray Roberts in March.

Story by Morgan O'Hanlon
Fuller's Folly on the Brazos River
March 2024 Issue

TPWD Adds River Access Sites on Brazos, Colorado

Sites offer expanded public fishing and paddling opportunities.

Story by Texas Parks and Wildlife
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