*According to WeSportFish.com, Gerrard rainbow trout are native to the West Kootenay (British Columbia) area and are the largest rainbow trout in the world. The southeast Idaho reservoir and neighboring Snake River have produced other record rainbow trout. According to the IDGF website, the fish now stands as the catch-and-release Idaho state record Gerrard rainbow trout. Sophie said her hands were cramping as she spent 30 minutes reeling it in. The world record Gerrard rainbow trout (52 lbs) was caught on Lake Jewel in the 1930s. The IDFG honors catch-and-release state records for four different sub-species of cutthroat trout found in the Gem State – Westslope, Bonneville, Yellowstone and Lahontan. It's clear that Sophie's dad is one proud pop. That news gets even better when the angler hasn’t even reached double-digit birthdays yet! If you make a purchase through one of those links, we may receive a small commission that, in turn, helps support the associated costs of maintaining this website. Johnny 'Joey' Jones hunts and fishes with Marine Corps legend, Flight attendant shares airplane's 'nastiest' spots in viral TikTok video, 2 passengers arrested at Miami airport for attempting to strike gate agent over shoe policy, Millennials embrace camping during coronavirus pandemic, China encouraging 'revenge travel' following coronavirus lockdowns to help economy. The milestone marks the Coeur d'Alene man’s second record catch; Weadrick previously nabbed a similar record for a bull trout, the Fish and Game Department said in a Monday statement. Jones caught the huge trout while fishing American Falls Reservoir on May 25, 2020. Fish on! © 2020 - Premier Angler. KREM reporter Nicole Hernandez contributed to this report. "Wow, he was a fighter," her dad replied. Another man recently set a new catch-and-release record of 29 inches for bull trout while fishing on the lake.
"Becuase it looked like he had sparkles on him and it was a funny name," she explained. "Congratulations to Sophie Egizi on setting a new catch-and-release record Gerrard rainbow trout!" The Yellowstone cutthroat is one of four subspecies found in Idaho, according to Idaho Fish and Game. FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK FOR MORE FOX LIFESTYLE NEWS. Legal Statement.
The common rainbow trout certified weight record is 20 pounds. "She stepped on the boat and said, 'Captain Bob, you're going to get me a record today. Premier Angler is a freshwater fishing resource and brand written, edited, curated, and crafted by fishing enthusiasts for fishing enthusiasts. She did a great job," he said. IDAHO FALLS (KIVI) — A Texas man fishing on the Snake River caught a record-breaking trout.
An Idaho angler reeled in a catch-and-release state record when he hooked an exceptionally large trout during a recent fishing trip. This page is archived for your convenience. BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — An angler from Texas set a new Idaho fishing record after catching a 30.5-inch cutthroat trout. The fish surpassed the previous record of a 19.5-inch catch, set by angler Dwaine Hasenoehrl in 2016, when the catch-and-release program began. A weight record rainbow/cutthroat trout hybrid which measured nearly 35 pounds was caught … Sophie’s record is just icing on the cake,” he wrote to KREM. Egizi caught the 36.5-inch beast while fishing on Lake Pend Oreille on Oct. 11. (Idaho Department of Fish and Game), SWIMMER CATCHES SHARK WITH BARE HANDS AT DELAWARE BEACH, VIDEO SHOWS. To top it all off, Sophie chose a name for her record fish: Old Man Sparkles. #fishidaho https://t.co/5Q93vOFaw2 pic.twitter.com/TGzWX7q7sJ. 8-Year-Old Girl Lands New Idaho State Record, photo via Robert Egizi/Idaho Department of Game and Fish. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. "I was waiting for that special fish, that special moment," he said. RELATED: Post Falls man hooks record-breaking largemouth bass. Tom Weadick with his record-breaking, 21-inch Westslope cutthroat trout. “She picks up trash when she sees it and every year for her birthday she does random acts of kindness, the amount equal to her age,” her dad wrote to KREM. The family says fishing has been Sophie's passion since she was “a tiny little nugget.". Young angler breaks Idaho state record with 36.5-inch rainbow trout The 8-year-old caught the giant-sized Gerrard rainbow trout while fishing in Lake Pend Oreille last month. All Rights Reserved. or redistributed. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game confirmed that Sophie Egizi set a new state record by catching a 36.5-inch Gerrard rainbow trout last month. Bob Egizi said the family recently moved to Sandpoint from Fort Myers, Florida, adding that Lake Pend Oreille was one of many reasons the family decided to pack their bags and head for Idaho. The previous record was a 26.4-pounder, 36.5 inches long and 24.75 inches around. Market data provided by Factset. Because of the large size of the fish, Idaho categories the Gerrard separately from other rainbow trout when considering state records. The world record Gerrard rainbow trout (52 lbs) was caught on Lake Jewel in the 1930s. CLICK HERE FOR FOX NEWS' CONTINUING CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE. An Idaho angler reeled in a catch-and-release state record when he hooked an exceptionally large trout during a recent fishing trip. AMERICAN FALLS, IDAHO — According to a press release from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, a Rock Springs man caught a record breaking trout while fishing at the American Falls Reservoir.. Brett Jones, of Rock Springs, Wyoming, caught and released a new state record rainbow trout, the release states.
The fish was caught November 6 and was 37 inches long and 24 inches around. Egizi caught the 36.5-inch beast while fishing on Lake Pend Oreille on Oct. 11. Because of the large size of the fish, Idaho categories the Gerrard separately from other rainbow trout when considering state records. Idaho Fish and Game says Gerrard rainbow trout are unique to the Clark Fork River drainage and have long been handled as a separate trout record species due to their notorious size. The angler was all smiles in a must-have photo before releasing the “massive” fish, KTVB said. Wes Case of Ashton has reeled in the largest brown trout on record in Idaho. Premier Angler - Your #1 Fishing Resource. We never had to force her to go," Bob Egizi said. The previous record was set by angler Nate Ivy at 28.5 inches in 2016, according to Idaho Fish and Game. Hix caught the fish Aug. 7 while fishing on the Snake Rier before releasing it back into the water.
IDAHO FALLS (KIVI) — A Texas man fishing on the Snake River caught a record-breaking trout. The Idaho Fish and Game weight record for Gerrard rainbow trout was set there in 1947 when Wes Hamlet landed a 37-pound fish. A Texas man fishing on the Snake River caught a record-breaking trout. Notifications can be turned off anytime in the browser settings. The Idaho catch-and-release record for Gerrard rainbow trout, also set at Pend Oreille Lake, is 36.5 inches. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. ©2020 FOX News Network, LLC. Case caught the 27.3-pound hog in Ashton Reservoir on bait with eight-pound test line on a spinning reel. "I like the fight of it...and identifying the species of it," Sophie told KREM. Today, the species can still weigh up to 30 lbs. Credit: IDFG This post has been produced by the staff at PremierAngler.com. Congratulations Sophie Egizi on setting a new Idaho catch-and-release record for Gerrard rainbow trout. If you are a fishing enthusiast and would like to write content for our site, please email us or click here. Weadrick came prepared in hopes of catching a large trout, packing along a tape measure and camera for the excursion. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. The fish was caught November 6 and was 37 inches long and 24 inches around. We also participate in the Bass Pro Shops Affiliate program. Market data provided by Factset. SANDPOINT, Idaho — An 8-year-old girl from Sandpoint accomplished a feat that would be impressive for even the most experienced angler. Sophie Egizi set a new catch-and-release Gerrard rainbow trout record catching this monster from Lake Pend Oreille. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. Her parents say that they believe she will pursue a career as a veterinarian, biologist or environmental activist. The Yellowstone cutthroat is usually found in Eastern Idaho and is native to the Snake River. One man dead after drive-by shooting near Underhill Park in Spokane, Spokane robbery suspect shot by police sentenced to over 13 years in prison, Haze returns to Spokane, but air quality should remain healthy, Gonzaga and Baylor men's basketball teams will face off without fans on Dec. 5, Joe Biden nominated for Nobel Peace Prize by British lawmaker, Post Falls man hooks record-breaking largemouth bass, Giant catfish caught by Washington teen breaks state record, Record breaking northern pike caught in Lake Coeur d'Alene, Idaho's walleye incentive program nets 750 fish so far. Legal Statement. Sam Hix from Texas and his guide Josh Heilson caught this Yellowstone cutthroat trout in the Snake River on Aug. 7. Why You Should Never Take Bananas on a Boat, 8 Great Sleeping Bags for Camping in Any Environment.
It was caught by Farrell Oswald of Idaho Falls in the South Fork of the Snake River April 16, 1981. Seasonal Trapping/Hunting Report for Furtakers, General Season Deer and Elk Tags Available, Unclaimed / Leftover Controlled Hunt Tags, Duplicate Hunter/Bowhunter/Trapper Education Certificate, Idaho Fish and Wildlife Information System, Natural Heritage Program Technical Reports, Vintage Posters, Prints and Stamps for Sale. Idaho Fish and Game announced the record in early November. Sophie Egizi set a new catch-and-release record for Gerrard rainbow trout in Idaho. BOISE, Idaho (CBS 2) — An 8-year-old broke an Idaho record after she caught a 36.5-inch rainbow trout. "The 8-year-old angler wrangled up the 36.5-inch … Wes Case of Ashton has reeled in the largest brown trout on record in Idaho. Sophie Egizi set a new catch-and-release record for Gerrard rainbow trout in Idaho. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, © 2015 - 2020
All rights reserved. Sophie told her parents that she would catch a record fish ever since and she made her dream a reality. Keen Water Shoes: Are They The Best for Fishing?