Episode 209: Catching the SMALLEST Fish on Purpose?

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Is “micro fishing” the next big thing in angling?

In this episode of Outdoor Journal Radio, we sit down with Dr. Steven Cook from Carleton University to explore one of the most unusual fishing trends we’ve ever discussed: anglers targeting the smallest fish in the ecosystem on purpose.

We dive into:
 • What actually defines a “game fish”
 • Why species like bowfin and carp deserve more respect
 • The strange rise of micro fishing and species collecting
 • How tournament anglers really make decisions on the ice
 • What invasive carp do in winter
 • And whether pike should ever be considered invasive

Plus, we break down a fascinating study on how anglers make decisions during competition — and why even experienced fishermen can be swayed by dock talk.

If you love fishing science, fisheries management, conservation talk, and the occasional bizarre twist in the angling world, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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