January 18, 2002

Jay Gould Lake started kicking out perch and northern pike right off the island, in eight to 14 feet of water. The narrows of Cutfoot Sioux Lake continue to provide consistent crappie action late in the afternoon and into the evening. Look to Splithand Lake for crappies and walleyes in 22 feet of water. On […]

Shooters will compete for trophies and prizes, as well as raise money for MOHA to continue its work with the Outdoor Legislative Caucus at the Capitol, and with its youth outdoor heritage education programs, according to Jeff Hughes, Wild Wings owner. Teams and station sponsors may register now by calling Hughes at (651) 439-4287, or

A former warehouse in the city’s industrial park and acreage next to it were purchased for $1.2 million. Remodeling and new construction will cost another $2 million. The funding comes from bonding money authorized by the state Legislature during the 2000 session. The new facility will accommodate about 30 full-time and 10 seasonal DNR workers

Correspondent Green Bay, Wis. Most people who testified at a Jan. 7 hearing favored some sort of control on double-crested cormorants. About a dozen people put their opinions on record that day in Green Bay, one of 10 hearings held in nine states and the District of Columbia to gather input on cormorant issues. The

Feb. 9: Lake Winnebago sturgeon spearing season opens. There are several new rules this year, including shortened spearing hours. Check regulations. The season is set to run through Feb. 25, but could close earlier if quotas are reached.

Correspondent Madison Four DNR-proposed deer hunting rules took it on the chin at what was supposed to be a final hearing before the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules (JCRAR) on Jan. 10. The four rules, originating as ideas from the Conservation Congress Deer 2000 and Beyond Initiative, had been passed by the Natural

The Boat Show is the Midwest’s premier boating and marine products show. Visitors also can see boating’s past as there also will be an antique and classic boats collection at the show. Show hours are Wednesday, 5-10 p.m., Thursday and Friday, noon to 10 p.m., Friday, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.

Feb. 2: Wisconsin Trout Unlimited Conservation Awards Banquet at Park Plaza Hotel, Oshkosh at 5 p.m. For more info call Dan Holland at 715-344-0336. Feb. 5: Paper Valley Toms NWTF Spring Banquet at the Darboy Club in Appleton. For more info call Warren Doering at 920-749-0448. Feb. 7: Ducks Unlimited – Oshkosh Fundraising Dinner at

LAKE MILLE LACS East – The early morning and evening hours continue to be the best bet for walleyes. Work the deeper rock, gravel, and mud for the most consistent low-light bite. Perch reports are still best close to shore in 16 to 18 feet of water. The key is to stay on the move.