Two Livingston Academy Teams Tackle World Finals
Two Livingston Academy fishing teams are competing in the Junior World Championship for the Tennessee Bass Federation this week in Russellville, Arkansas. Livingston Academy fishing program representative Betha Crabtree said the two teams qualified for the national event through different paths during the regular season. Crabtree said Corbin and Cason Crabtree earned their spot by […]
Rainbow Trout Stocked Across UC To Promote Fishing
Anglers across the Upper Cumberland have a new reason to grab their fishing gear this winter as the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency stocking rainbow trout throughout the region. TWRA Fisheries Biologist Connor Ballard said the agency releasing an estimated 75,000 rainbow trout statewide as part of its winter stocking program. Ballard said the program is […]
Changes Add More Time To Catoosa Fishing Season
The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission has approved changes to the fishing season at the Catoosa Wildlife Management Area that will expand access and increase the number of days anglers can fish in the area. Under the new regulations, all streams and ponds under the Catoosa Wildlife Management Agency will be open to fishing beginning […]
All Women’s Fishing Tournament Coming To Dale Hollow
Female anglers can hit the water on Dale Hollow Lake this weekend for the 2 Chicks in a Boat Fishing Tournament. 2 Chicks in a Boat Co-founder Lori Povisil said she has been fishing since she was four years old, and got started hosting tournaments to spread the joy of fishing to other women. Povisil […]
Free Fishing Day Set For Tennessee State Parks Saturday
You will not need a fishing license to cast your line in Tennessee’s state parks Saturday. Edgar Evins State Park Manager Brad Halfacre said Free Fishing Day is the only day of the year anyone can fish without a license. Halfacre said fishing is more than just a fun activity. “Give a man a fish, […]
Clay Requesting Proposals For Tourism Assessment
The Clay County Chamber of Commerce is taking proposals for a Tourism Asset Assessment as well as a three-year strategic plan for the county. Chamber Executive Director Doug Young said he wants to rebrand Celina as a River Town. He said the aquatic activities at Dale Hollow Lake and Cordell Hull Lake have been underutilized. […]
Byrdstown Welcomes 2-Day Fishing Event This Weekend
The Dale Hollow Spring Bass Classic takes over Byrdstown this weekend, delicious bait to hook visitors. Byrdstown Mayor Sam Gibson said the lake is the most important tourism asset in town. Gibson said this weekend’s tournament along with the recent Major League Fishing tournament event showcase the area. “We want heads in beds,” Gibson said. […]
Kayak Fishing World Championship Arrived In Cookeville Tuesday
The 2023 Kayak Fishing World Championship arrived in the Upper Cumberland Tuesday with a Parade of Nations through downtown Cookeville. Putnam County Visitors Bureau Marketing Manager Tessa Davis said a similar but smaller competition was held in Cookeville in 2019, and this is the first time the Upper Cumberland will be hosting the World Championship. […]
TWRA Makes Small Regulation Change For Fall Creek Falls Large-Mouth Bass
The 2023 Tennessee Fishing Guide is now available with one small change in regulations at Fall Creek Falls. TWRA Communications Coordinator Mime Barnes said the annual guide covers fishing regulations statewide. She said this includes large and small reservoirs, community fishing lakes, and streams and rivers. “There’s a change for large-mouth bass at Fall Creek […]
TWRA Proposing New Fishing Regulations For Tennessee Waters
TWRA asking for public comment on proposed new fishing regulations in Tennessee waters. Regional Fisheries Program Manager Mark Thurman there are several proposals for waters specific to the Upper Cumberland, including Fall Creek Falls. He said these include kreel limits for bass, blue gill, and catfish. “The goal of that regulation is to increase the […]
