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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
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      • Lake Habitat
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  • Resources
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    • About PFBC
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    • Fishing Terms
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Woman wearing a life jacket sitting in a portable kayak with a launch permit. And another woman wearing sunglasses and a life jacket sitting in a blue registered kayak.
Explore PA Waters December 11, 2024 PFBC

Gift the Gift of the Outdoors

Make 2025 a year filled with adventure and unforgettable memories. Buy a launch permit gift voucher. Give the gift of paddling to the outdoor enthusiast…
Girl fishing on shore at lake
Explore PA Waters August 2, 2024 PFBC

Beat the Heat This Summer with These Fishing Tips

Summer in Pennsylvania brings more than just long days and warm nights—it often ushers in heat and drought conditions challenge even the most seasoned anglers.
Woman wearing bulking clothing while fishing along a stream in Erie, PA.
Explore PA Waters December 23, 2023 PFBC

5 Proper Layering Tips for Winter Fishing

Fishing is one of the many recreational activities in Pennsylvania that can be enjoyed year-round. Whether it’s a balmy 40 degrees F day by the…
Man and Woman fishing along lakeshore lined with trees
Explore PA Waters November 28, 2023 PFBC

Give the Gift of Fishing

When you are on the hook for gift giving…buy a gift fishing license.
Father fits life jackets for his two children before going out on a boat.
Explore PA Waters April 28, 2023 PFBC

Gear for Family Fishing or Paddling Trips

When it comes to gear for family fishing or paddling trips, keep it simple. Finding easy water, gear and favorable weather ensures you can focus…
A couple of anglers look through a tackle box on a picnic table.
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…
Image of a 2023 Pennsylvania fishing license and trout permit.
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.
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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