by David Anderson | Jan 27, 2015 | Environment, Fish & Fish Biology
We were doing research on how to reduce the consumption of mercury and other contaminants when eating fish and found it interesting that how you clean fish has a big impact. Here is some information you may find interesting. PCBs, pesticides and dioxins concentrate to...
by Dan Stuckey | Jan 27, 2015 | Fish & Fish Biology
In early spring I caught the largest fish of my life up in the bay. It was 43 inches long and weighed 23.5 lbs. During the evening a group had a debate on how old it might be. We did some research and there are many factors but found this interesting study done in...
by Dan Stuckey | Jan 27, 2014 | Fish & Fish Biology
In doing the research for the annual report last year I was surprised to learn that it is better to eat the smaller/younger fish than eat the monsters. The smaller fish will contain less mercury than the larger fish. In addition, the larger-spawning age fish will have...
by Dan Stuckey | Jan 27, 2014 | Fish & Fish Biology
The Umbrella rig, also known as an Alabama rig, has garnered considerable attention since a U.S. professional bass angler used it to win a large bass tournament in Alabama in October 2011. The subsequent publicity has made it one of the most sought-after pieces...
by Jan Stuckey | Jan 27, 2014 | Fish & Fish Biology
Fisherman/Fisherwomen are great advocates for preserving our natural resources. Here are some helpful facts when you get into one of those discussions with someone that just likes the facts on why we need to spend time and money to keep our fishing experience strong....