Staff reportDunkirk, N.Y. – For many smallmouth bass anglers, 20 inches is that elusive target, one that dictates whether the bronzeback is a true trophy or just another fine fish. On Lake Erie next month, it will be a legal standard as well, as the water’s popular, special trophy smallmouth bass season opens May 5. …
By Dean Bortz Editor Madison – The emergence of a new conservation group and its support for deer feeding and baiting has some sportsmen wondering whether the group is legitimate, or a smoke screen for legislators who believe their past support from hunters is slipping away as more conservation groups ask for a statewide deer
April 21-22: Youth Turkey Hunt (for ages 12-15) May 1-31: Spring gobbler season May 5: Walleye, northern pike, pickerel, tiger muskie season opens (statewide, general regulations) May 5: Lake Erie trophy bass season opens May 6: Summer flounder (fluke) season opens May 15: Bowfishing season opens Special Events April 20-22: Family Outdoor Sporting Weekend, Frost
By Joe AlbertAssociate Editor St. Paul – Statistics released last week by the DNR confirm what hunters and conservation officers have been saying for some time: Deer baiting in the state is on the rise. Last year, COs wrote a total of 118 citations and warnings, to date the largest number handed out. Violations have
By Steve PiattEditor Albany – A bill that would create a ‘deer mitigation task force’ to trim whitetail numbers in the Hudson Valley has passed the Senate and is under consideration by the state Assembly. A New York State Conservational Council official official says the potential if the bill is passed into law is frightening.
ASHLAND AREA Lake Superior tributary fishing was slowed with the snow and cold. Water levels and clarity were not the problem, but cold water temperatures kept the fish from being active. The snowy conditions made for some beautiful scenery along the streams. Warmer weather will cause the streams to rise, but the forecast does not
By Tim Eisele Correspondent Madison – The Natural Resources Board approved emergency rules to control the spread of viral hemorrhagic septicemia virus (VHS) into Wisconsin waters that will alter bait use and require stricter boat maintenance for those who use the same boats on the Great Lakes and inland waters. The board met by telephone
Joe Albert Associate Editor Arts and crafts. Like many others who are watching with interest as dedicated funding bills wind their way through the Legislature, I’m tired of talking about the leech-like attachment of arts to what’s always been a natural resources bill. But since our web site apparently has a new readership, I can’t
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