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Scharnberg Pond will provide anglers quality fishing throughout the 2014 fishing season. Largemouth bass anglers will find a catch dominated by fish just under the 15-inch length limit; persistence and patience will be rewarded with legal size and larger fish being caught. Anglers are reminded to practice catch and release of this important predator species at Scharnberg Park Pond. Bluegill anglers will find good opportunities at Scharnberg Park Pond during the 2014 fishing season. Early season (May - June, 2014) will produce a catch dominated by angler acceptable size and larger bluegill common within the catch. Continued good growth of the Scharnberg Park Pond bluegill population should produce good numbers of quality (6.0 - 7.9 inches) sized fish for the fall (2014) and winter seasons. Channel catfish anglers will find good opportunities for superb angling during the 2014 season and beyond. Currently, quality numbers of angler acceptable sized fish 17 inches and larger are available. - Last updated on 01/10/2019.
In nearly all cases, Iowa fish are safe to eat. Cleaning and/or preparing the meal causes most of the problems regarding taste or color of fish. Like all living creatures, fish are susceptible to diseases, parasites, and other naturally occurring conditions in the water. If you suspect your fish is affected by any of these conditions, do not eat it. Consider eating smaller and younger fish which usually have lower levels of contaminants than larger ones. Most contaminants accumulate in larger, older fish. For additional information, check out our resources for eating and cooking Iowa caught fish.
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The summaries listed below are a partial listing provided for your benefit. Familiarize yourself with the complete Fishing Regulations here: Iowa DNR Fishing Regulations and Laws.