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Explore PA Waters
  • 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
    • Habitat for Great Fishing
      • Lake Habitat
      • Stream Habitat
  • Resources
    • Blog
    • About PFBC
    • FAQs
    • Fishing Terms
  • Get a License
Two anglers pose for a photo. Both men are wearing waders and other fishing ger and holding fishing rods in their hands.
Explore PA Waters June 7, 2023 PFBC

Health Benefits of Fishing and Paddling

Spending a day in the outdoors is a great way to create memories with friends and family, but fishing and paddling also provide excellent health…
Grass, trees, bushes and other plants surround a small body of water in the foreground of the Philadelphia city skyline.
Explore PA Waters May 10, 2023 PFBC

Fishing and Paddling within 1 Hour of Philadelphia

You can quickly get away from the hustle and bustle of Philadelphia to find great fishing and paddling spots.
A thin fog sits over a lake in fall. Orange and yellow trees surround the lake, and leaves have fallen on the grass in the foreground.
Explore PA Waters May 10, 2023 PFBC

Fishing and Paddling within 1 Hour of Pittsburgh

You don’t have to travel far from Pittsburgh to find great fishing and paddling locations to super-charge your outdoor adventures.
An angler fishes in Philadelphia's Pennypack Creek.
Explore PA Waters May 1, 2023 PFBC

Exploring Philadelphia and Fishing Pennypack Creek

Combine a day of city exploring in Philadelphia with fishing in the great outdoors. Philadelphia’s beautiful Pennypack Creek and the Pennypack Trail connect adventurers to…
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.
Man learning how to cast before taking to the water
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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