(Photo courtesy IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF FISH & GAME)An angler holds up a string of crappie caught on Hayden Lake. “Panfish” species, such as bluegill, crappies, and perch, provide excellent fishing opportunities for anglers of any skill-level, and these species are often some of the region’s most underutilized fishery resources.
May 27, 2018
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Panfish: A fun and easy way to enjoy fishing in region
It looks as though spring has sprung in north Idaho, and for many of us that means getting outside to soak up some sun with a fishing rod in hand. Just take a look at the local boat launches and you’ll see just how excited anglers are getting about spring fishing opportunities. The Panhandle Region enjoys some great early season fishing opportunities thanks to its abundance of low elevation flatwater fisheries, both big and small.