By Tim Spielman Associate Editor Red Lake, Minn. – Red Lake tribal members would be allowed to take, by hook and line, 10 walleyes in waters of Upper and Lower Red lakes under a proposal being offered by the tribal council. Pat Brown, Red Lake Band fisheries biologist, said the proposal is a cautious approach. …
By Bob Frye Capital Correspondent Harrisburg, Pa. — Is Pennsyl-vania’s deer hunting glass half empty or half full? That depends on who you talk to. The Pennsylvania Game Commission recently released its estimated deer harvest figures for the 2005-06 hunting seasons. Reaction to those numbers has varied from satisfaction to surprise. Overall, the kill was
Ice conditions are deteriorating. Anglers heading out on ice in northern Michigan are advised to be extremely careful. Wear a life jacket, carry ice picks, check the ice as you go, and keep an eye on the weather. High winds and warm sunshine can both have serious effects on the ice this time of year.
BIG SIX LAKE MILLE LACS East – Perch continue to come off mud flats in 26 to 34 feet of water. Jigging spoons and minnow heads have produced bigger fish. Look to the Nine Mile and Sliver Flat as safe bets. A few crappies are coming from Isle Bay in seven to nine feet of
Warm temperatures and precipitation over the weekend of March 11 warmed Lake Erie tributaries such as the Maumee and Sandusky rivers near the point that would trigger walleye spawning runs, a rite of spring for many anglers throughout the state. Higher flows due to the rain have made access difficult, however, and it has made
By Jeff Mulhollem Editor Altoona, Pa. — Pennsylvania was not the only state in the Northeast to see its 2005-06 deer harvest fall. In fact, the deer kills in most neighboring states dropped by similar amounts. According to Pennsylvania Game Commission estimates, the deer kill of 354,390 was nearly 55,000 deer lower than the 2004-05
By Mike Moore Editor Athens, Ohio — A mild winter and a bountiful mast crop last fall is good news for Ohio turkey hunters this spring. But those same elements are not so good for researchers from three states – including Ohio – who have been trapping and studying the birds for the past three
A mixed bag of angling occurred across the state this month, given variable weather and conditions and changing seasons on walleye s and trout. Delayed-harvest waters are being stocked, though most trout waters have closed. Walleye, pike, muskie and pickerel are off-limits until May. NORTHWEST REGION Erie — An 11-pound, 6-ounce fresh-run steelhead was landed
For a limited time, you can get full access to breaking news, all original Outdoor News stories and updates from the entire Great Lakes Region and beyond, the most up-to-date fishing & hunting reports, lake maps, photo & video galleries, the latest gear, wild game cooking tips and recipes, fishing & hunting tips from pros and experts, bonus web content and much, much more, all on your smartphone, tablet or desktop For just a buck per month!
Some restrictions apply. Not valid with other promotions. $1 per month for 6 months (you will be billed $6) and then your subscription will renew at standard subscription rates. For more information see Terms and Conditions. This offer only applies to OutdoorNews.com and not for any Outdoor News print subscriptions. Offer valid thru 3/31/23.
Already a subscriber to OutdoorNews.com? Click here to login.
