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The official Twitter account for the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC). Email us at [email protected].

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Today is the day! 2026 Pennsylvania fishing licenses and launch permits are available now! To purchase a license or permit visit HuntFish.PA.gov.
A 2026 Pennsylvania fishing license sitting on pine tree branches with a plaid box behind it. Also a 2026 Pennsylvania fishing license button to the left as well as two voluntary fishing permits are displayed.

ALT A 2026 Pennsylvania fishing license sitting on pine tree branches with a plaid box behind it. Also a 2026 Pennsylvania fishing license button to the left as well as two voluntary fishing permits are displayed.

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2026 fishing licenses and launch permits go on sale Monday, December 1. Make sure to get yours at HuntFish.Pa.gov.
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You could be fighting crowds for the “best deal of the year” or you could get outside like Robert and his son, Bradley. They recently enjoyed time on the Delaware River for some late fall Smallmouth Bass fishing. #GetOutside
Two men on a boat fishing with their backs to he camera. Both men are wearing life jackets and holding fishing rods. They are on a calm river with a rocky shoreline on both sides and trees in the distance.

ALT Two men on a boat fishing with their backs to he camera. Both men are wearing life jackets and holding fishing rods. They are on a calm river with a rocky shoreline on both sides and trees in the distance.

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This is what they mean by gravy boat, right?
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Are you packing up the family and heading out of town for the holiday weekend? Do you need something to keep the kiddos entertained? You can download the Adventures of Rock & Log for free! ow.ly/HK6j50XwX8v
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Teachers come in all shapes and sizes – even 4 inches long and slimy. The Eels in the Classroom program gives kids an up-close experience with Pennsylvania’s amazing natural underwater world. Kids learn valuable lessons about water quality and animals’ close relationships.
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This camping trip went from good to great! Caleb was camping with his friends at French Creek State Park. The packed their rods and decided to fish the lake. Caleb ended up landing this 19 inch Rainbow Trout! Nice catch!
A man in a camouflaged shirt and hat holding a Rainbow Trout.

ALT A man in a camouflaged shirt and hat holding a Rainbow Trout.

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We love to see new schools getting involved in Trout in the Classroom (TIC). L.B. Morris Elementary School in Carbon Co., Memorial Elementary School in Luzerne Co. and Weatherly Area School District in Carbon Co. are in the beginning stages of TIC. Read: ow.ly/8nqx50XrUAY
Two girls standing in tall grass in a wooded area bending over by a creek.

ALT Two girls standing in tall grass in a wooded area bending over by a creek.

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We're just sitting here watching fall float on by.
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Joshua went out on a tributary of the Youghiogheny River to take advantage of recent rainfall and cooler temperatures. And it paid off! He hooked a personal best, 27-inch Brown Trout! “It put up a great fight and I could barely fit it into my net,” he said.
Person wearing fishing gear kneels by a stream holding a large brown trout with distinctive spots and golden hues.

ALT Person wearing fishing gear kneels by a stream holding a large brown trout with distinctive spots and golden hues.

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American Shad have a long history with Pennsylvania. At one time, Pennsylvanians established more than 40 American Shad fisheries along the North Branch Susquehanna. Read more: ow.ly/KC5E50XolLq
A painting of fishermen fishing for shad along the river in Colonial times. Several fishermen are standing on a boat that is close to shore while more fishermen pull nets to the shore.

ALT A painting of fishermen fishing for shad along the river in Colonial times. Several fishermen are standing on a boat that is close to shore while more fishermen pull nets to the shore.

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The next time you’re on the water , don’t forget to look up! Here are some tips to enhance your birdwatching experience when you’re on the water: For more tips: ow.ly/muhk50XoleZ
A Bald Eagle flying close to the water on a cloudy day. Its wings are vertical and its talons are pointed down.

ALT A Bald Eagle flying close to the water on a cloudy day. Its wings are vertical and its talons are pointed down.

A man wearing a hat looking through a camera on a tripod. He's looking over a body of water on a cloudy day. The grass is green and green trees line the shore in the background.

ALT A man wearing a hat looking through a camera on a tripod. He's looking over a body of water on a cloudy day. The grass is green and green trees line the shore in the background.

An Osprey flying in the air with its wings open and holing a fish in its talons.

ALT An Osprey flying in the air with its wings open and holing a fish in its talons.

A Kingfisher in a full dive with its wings wide open.

ALT A Kingfisher in a full dive with its wings wide open.

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We might go chasing waterfalls this weekend. Or maybe we will just stick to the rivers and streams we're used to.
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Hunter invited a college friend to try fishing for the first time. They tried a couple of holes on the South Branch Blacklick Creek but had no luck. It was getting late and Hunter decided to take one last cast. And BOOM! He landed this 15.29” Rainbow Trout!
A man kneeling on both knees holding a fish. The man is wearing a hat and chest waders. He's kneeling on a rock and a stream is in the background. A fishing net is on the ground beside him.

ALT A man kneeling on both knees holding a fish. The man is wearing a hat and chest waders. He's kneeling on a rock and a stream is in the background. A fishing net is on the ground beside him.

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The North Branch Susquehanna River Trail has it all. Paddling, fishing and history! It’s never too late to plan a trip on the North Branch! Read more about the trail: ow.ly/OwLJ50XmGRV
Four kayaks along a calm river on a sunny day with clear skies. Trees line the bank in the background. Three people stand on shore looking at the kayaks.

ALT Four kayaks along a calm river on a sunny day with clear skies. Trees line the bank in the background. Three people stand on shore looking at the kayaks.

A calm river with rocks sticking out from the water. A sunny blue sky with streaks of clouds. A forest in the background with trees changing color.

ALT A calm river with rocks sticking out from the water. A sunny blue sky with streaks of clouds. A forest in the background with trees changing color.

A man and an woman in a kayak paddling on a river. They are both wearing life jackets and hats. Several trees are along the shoreline.

ALT A man and an woman in a kayak paddling on a river. They are both wearing life jackets and hats. Several trees are along the shoreline.

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There’s a new way to enjoy the Lackawaxen River Trail! The Indian Orchard River Access in Texas Township, Wayne County is officially open! Read more about the new access area: ow.ly/ulRT50Xn465
A group of people holding a yellow ribbon while standing on a paved path after cutting the ribbon to open a new boat launch. It's a cloudy day.

ALT A group of people holding a yellow ribbon while standing on a paved path after cutting the ribbon to open a new boat launch. It's a cloudy day.

A sign notifying people that they are at the Indian Orchard River Access and non-motorized boat launch in Wayne County. The paved boat launch and river are in the background.

ALT A sign notifying people that they are at the Indian Orchard River Access and non-motorized boat launch in Wayne County. The paved boat launch and river are in the background.

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Don’t let your fishing skills freeze this winter. Keep them hot by learning to ice fish. Register for one of our Virtual Ice Fishing programs! Nov. 19: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 1: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (women only) Jan. 8: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Register: ow.ly/6a9v50XmqqZ
A man and woman on an ice covered lake fishing on a cloudy day. The woman is sitting in a chair with a fishing rod and pulling a fish out of a hole in the ice. The man is kneeling beside her. Both the man and woman are wearing life jackets, beanies and winter clothing.

ALT A man and woman on an ice covered lake fishing on a cloudy day. The woman is sitting in a chair with a fishing rod and pulling a fish out of a hole in the ice. The man is kneeling beside her. Both the man and woman are wearing life jackets, beanies and winter clothing.

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Safety Alert! The U.S. Coast Guard issued an alert regarding the Sea-Doo Switch capsizing hazard. Read the alert here: ow.ly/IUAY50XkAOJ
A screenshot of the United States Coast Guard Marine Safety Alert.

ALT A screenshot of the United States Coast Guard Marine Safety Alert.

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If you spot an Aquatic Invasive Species, who you gonna call? The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission! One of the scariest things in Pennsylvania's waterways are AIS. It's up to everyone to do their part to control the spread. You can report AIS here: ow.ly/UBFV50XkBwb
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Nov. 1 mandatory cold weather life jacket goes into effect. Boaters must wear a life jacket while underway or at anchor on boats less than 16 ft in length or any canoe, kayak or paddleboard.
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