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California Spearfishing Regulations 2026: The Complete Guide
Every 2026 California spearfishing regulation in one place: bag limits, size minimums, prohibited species, MPA rules, the groundfish exemption for divers, and lobster season details.

Bret Whitman
Apr 88 min read


The 2026 World Freshwater Spearfishing Championship: Everything You Need to Know
If you haven't heard, the 2026 World Freshwater Spearfishing Championship is happening this week at Lake Taupo, New Zealand — and it's shaping up to be one of the most exciting events in the freshwater spearfishing world.

Bret Whitman
Mar 95 min read


Oregon Opens Rivers and Streams to Spearfishing for Bass and Walleye in 2026
Oregon has opened its rivers and streams to spearfishing for bass and walleye in 2026 — a significant regulation change with new rules on gear, seasons, and legal waters.

Bret Whitman
Mar 54 min read


Hawaii's Shallow Water Blackout Bill: What Every Diver Needs to Know About HB 1765 and Freediving Safety
Hawaii's HB 1765 would require shallow water blackout warnings on all spearguns sold in the state. Here's what every diver needs to know about the bill, why blackout kills experienced freedivers, and how to protect yourself.

Bret Whitman
Feb 277 min read


Michigan Just Opened Great Lakes Spearfishing for Walleye, Pike, and Lake Trout: What You Need to Know for April 2026
Michigan permanently expanded Great Lakes spearfishing to walleye, northern pike, and lake trout in April 2026. Get the full breakdown of new regulations, licensing, gear, and cold-water safety tips.

Bret Whitman
Feb 236 min read
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