This weekend, anglers from around the world will be in Green Bay to compete in the 2025 Street Fishing World Championship.
Street fishing — also called urban fishing or city fishing — involves anglers casting lines from the shores of urban lakes and waterways. And unlike most fishing competitions, local spectators can watch the sport’s elite fish up close.
“Anyone who wants to come along and see us can literally walk straight up to us,” said Lee Young of Green Bay, who is a coach and competitor on the U.S. team. “As long as they’re at a respectful distance so we don’t hook an ear or a nose, they can be part of the action.”…