Story and photos by Justin Haag Long before the Niobrara River carries the multitudes of tubers and kayakers in north-central Nebraska, it entertains a variety of outdoor enthusiasts at a recreational hot spot in the Panhandle. This far west, where the river would be better described as a creek, stands […]
Tag: Open-Water Fishing
Ready to Fish in 2025
Excellent water quality and abundant aquatic vegetation have returned to Goose Lake Wildlife Management Area near Chambers, and fish populations have responded accordingly.
Early Spring Walleye
Early spring can be a challenging time to fish. Walleye, sauger and saugeye can be caught right now. Here are some baits that will work.
Tips for Early Open-Water Fishing
Greg Wagner shares early spring open-water fishing tips from Nebraska Game and Parks Fisheries Biologist, Daryl Bauer.
Trout Stocking, Spring 2025
Nebraska spring trout stocking schedule for 2025. Some larger fish will be stocked this spring, rainbows and some cutbows.
Winter Trout Stream Fishing
Open-water trout fishing options exist in Nebraska even during the coldest part of the year in coolwater streams.