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  • How to Get Started
    • What to Know About Fishing
      • How to Fish
      • Fishing Equipment
    • What to Know About Paddling
      • Paddling Equipment
    • Tips for Families
    • Fishing and…
    • Get a Fishing License
  • Events
  • Find a Waterway
  • Conservation
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      • Lake Habitat
      • Stream Habitat
  • Resources
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    • About PFBC
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Explore PA Waters April 27, 2023 PFBC

What to Know About Pennsylvania Launch Permits and Boat Registrations

Whether you set out to paddle on a kayak or paddleboard or in a canoe, many of the waters you will venture out on will…
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Explore PA Waters April 27, 2023 PFBC

Rig Your Fishing Line

To catch fish, you will need to rig your fishing line with hooks, weights and bobbers. These items are called terminal tackle.
A fishing rod and duffel bag rest on a log on the shore of a lake.
Explore PA Waters April 27, 2023 PFBC

Find the Right Fishing Rod and Reel

There are a lot of options when it comes to finding the right fishing rod and reel.
Explore PA Waters February 27, 2023 PFBC

Fishing Baits and Lures

Baits are any live or dead food item put on a hook. Lures are made of plastic, metal, wood or feathers and come in all…
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Explore PA Waters February 3, 2023 PFBC

What to Know About Pennsylvania Fishing Licenses and Permits

When it comes to which Pennsylvania fishing license to buy for the beginning angler, it’s pretty simple. Your best bet is an annual fishing license.
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Explore PA Waters January 26, 2023 PFBC

How to Fish

You have your license, gear and the perfect spot. Now it’s time to get that line in the water. Follow easy steps to rig your…
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Explore PA Waters January 25, 2023 PFBC

Know Before You Go Paddling

When paddling Pennsylvania’s waterways, it’s important to be prepared with the appropriate gear and safety precautions before you go.
Explore PA Waters January 6, 2023 PFBC

Catch and Release Fishing Techniques

A successful day of fishing doesn’t mean you have to bring the catch home. Many conservationists like to put their catch back, and sometimes regulations…
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