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Merna, NE Fishing Trip — December

Your Merna, NE Fishing Trip

December2 peopleFamily Trip
High 47°F / Low 24°F0.2" rain · 2 rainy daysCold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

What’s Biting in December

Blue CatfishGood
Blue Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Drift Fishing
CarpFair
Carp
Bottom Fishing · Fly Fishing
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Hybrid Striped BassLow
Hybrid Striped Bass
Various

December Weather in Merna

47°F
Avg High
24°F
Avg Low
0.2"
Rainfall
2
Rainy Days

Cold weather — dress in warm layers and bring waterproof gear.

2 Guides Near Merna

No guides are based in Merna, but these guides operate nearby.

Steve Lytle Fishing Guide - Steve Lytle Fishing Guide
Steve Lytle Fishing Guide

Steve Lytle Fishing Guide

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Cozad, Nebraska

inshore
Cozad, Nebraska
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

Peak

Carp

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Hybrid Striped Bass

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Largemouth Bass

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Blue Catfish

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

What to Bring

Check with your guide about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For inshore Fishing

  • Light rain jacket

Nebraska Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$33
Non-Resident$73
Requirements

Required for ages 16+. Habitat stamp included. Covers all state waters.

Buy License Online — Nebraska

Species Regulations

Blue Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:2
Size Limit:No more than one over 30 inches

Check specific regulations for the Missouri River and other locations.

Carp
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:No limit
Size Limit:No size limit

Carp may not be returned alive to the water after being caught on certain waters. Check the current Nebraska Fishing Guide for details.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5
Size Limit:12-inch minimum

Some lakes and areas may have specific length and bag limits; consult the current Nebraska Fishing Guide.

Hybrid Striped Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:3 per day
Size Limit:16-inch minimum

Only one hybrid striped bass can be longer than 16 inches. Some waters may have specific length limits.

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