Paddlefish anglers take to the Confluence

WILLISTON, N.D. (KUMV) – Tons of of anglers are in northwest North Dakota this weekend hoping to snag a paddlefish.

The season began Could 1, with snagging starting Tuesday and Wednesday. The confluence shores had been lined with all sorts of individuals from veterans to newcomers. Dennis Demaray from Paige was fortunate to snag his fish early Friday morning.

“It’s an excellent feeling. You possibly can solely do it annually, so I actually look ahead to arising right here yearly,” stated Demaray.

Twelve-year-old Andrew Neumiller from Minot is trying to seize his first-ever paddlefish. That is his second day trip together with his grandparents.

“I’m simply comfortable to be right here and I hope God will let me get one this 12 months,” stated Neumiller.

After making an attempt it greater than 20 years in the past, Todd Marmon from Tioga gave paddlefishing one other shot. On Friday, he snagged his first fish, which weighed about 74 and a half kilos.

“It wasn’t too unhealthy. It fought for some time, however they performed out quick. You simply play them just a little bit till it comes near shore,” stated Marmon.

The paddlefish season goes on till Could 21 or till the harvest restrict of 1,000 is reached. Harvest is required on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. There have been greater than 220 fish caught as of Friday morning.

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