Freshwater Fishing

A person with hands held high on an embankment.
April 2021 Issue

No More Zebra Mussels in Lake Waco

Help stop the spread of zebra mussels

Story by TPWD Staff
rocky terrain with cacti and with a person in a canoe on the river in the background
August/September 2018 Issue

Landowners and Conservation Groups Play 'Devils Advocate' To Preserve Texas' Most Pristine River

The remote and beautiful Devils River is a Texas treasure.

Story by Tom Harvey
Guadalupe Bass being held in a hand just above the water
March 2018 Issue

Guadalupe Bass Are Making a Comeback

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

Story by Dyanne Fry Cortez
Fort Parker fishing pier at sunset
July 2015 Issue

Night Bassin’ 101: Bass Fishing's Dark Side

When the sun goes down, the fish come up.

Story by Larry D. Hodge
Alligator gar swimming in blue green water
March 2015 Issue

Alligator Gar Are The Misunderstood "Big Daddy" of Freshwater Fish

These gar-gantuan river monsters are finally getting the love they deserve.

Story by Dyanne Fry Cortez
the invasive lionfish swimming against a purple background
December 2013 Issue

Invasive Lionfish Are Spreading Fast in the Gulf

Can we eat our way out of the latest invasive problem?

Story by Melissa Gaskill
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March 2013 Issue

Hot on Fishing: Try Warm Water 'Electric' Lakes

Power-generating lakes create warm water that's great for cold-weather outings.

Story by Larry D. Hodge
Shane Carter smiles with his bluegill catch
October 2012 Issue

Sunny With a Chance of Fun

Sunfish provide more enjoyment per pound than any other Texas fish.

Story and photos by Larry D. Hodge
Large bass swimming in the water.
August 2011 Issue

Scientists Test Cures For Overinflated Bass

Fish brought up from deep water can experience barotrauma; research aims to increase fish survival.

Story by Dyanne Fry Cortez
Fishing on O. H. Ivie
February 2011 Issue

Lakes On Fire: O.H. Ivie is a ‘Hot’ Sharelunker-Filled Lake

Follow the clues to uncover the next ‘hot’ ShareLunker-filled lake.

Story by Larry D. Hodge
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