Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission

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 https://t.co/71TjzRFYyr.

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2026 fishing licenses and launch permits go on sale Monday, December 1. Make sure to get yours at https://t.co/2MNG9a9NBc.

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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

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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!

https://t.co/kHPBjY3ilJ

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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!

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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: https://t.co/1ymeL45ASk

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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.

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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: https://t.co/cuxnowWLUc

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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: https://t.co/kV7VSNWxFQ

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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!

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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: https://t.co/jQKuOEIiEr

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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: https://t.co/LVEAxVtNcb

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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: https://t.co/9V7DqOUkvu

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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:

https://t.co/qOlsJNsrI5

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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: https://t.co/sB7LzfwLYN

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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.