March 5, 2009
Federal sport restoration funds awarded to Illinois
Springfield – Millions of fish and wildlife dollars nearly squandered by Illinois have been awarded to the state, federal officials announced Feb. 24. All in all, the final take is about $17 million, including $8.1 million for sport fish programs, $7.2 million for wildlife programs and $1.9 million for hunter education and shooting ranges. The
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Outdoor Observations
Bill Parker Michigan Editor NO DECISION WAS MADE at the February meeting of the state Natural Resources Commission on a proposal to liberalize crossbow regulations. Commissioners requested an additional month to iron out some wrinkles that arose – like if there should be a ban on broadheads for anyone hunting small game with a crossbow
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St. Germain Area
Fishermen have been doing well on crappies and perch on the Rainbow Flowage, and on crappies and bluegills on Big St. Germain and Little St. Germain lakes. Ice conditions were very good for easy travel last week. St. Germain Chamber of Commerce, (715) 477-2205.
Banquets/Fundraisers
March 6: Tri-County DU Banquet, 5 p.m., Park Ballroom. For more info call Steve Smisek, 952-758-3930. March 6:_New Prague DU Banquet, Park Ballroom. For more info call Stevie, 952-820-8174. March 7:_Mille Lacs/Benton County PF Banquet, 5 p.m., Henry’s Banquet Center. For more info call Dennis Sowada, 320-393-4214. March 7:_Green Isle Sportmen’s Club, Father & Son
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A trip to the vet offers insight on health care
Recently, our shepherd-husky Abby seemed under the weather. At the Grand Marais Veterinary Clinic we learned she had a sizeable tumor beneath her tongue. Dr. Kim Paplham said tongue tumors were unusual and likely cancerous. However, she said it was possible the tumor could be successfully removed with laser surgery and suggested a vet clinic
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Statewide
ALEXANDRIA AREA Crappies are being caught during the evening hours in 10 to 14 feet on lakes Reno, Ida, Darling, Le Homme Dieu, and Mary. Sunfish action also is improving on these lakes along the eight- to 10-foot weed edges. No reports of tulibee action have been reported. Christopherson’s Bait and Tackle (320) 763-3255 ANNANDALE
Upper Peninsula Report
Lake Gogebic ice conditions have improved with zero temps at night. ATVs can be used once again in some areas. The cooler temps had slowed fishing a bit, but the action has been fair for perch. Some anglers were noting that perch were bumping the bait but not taking it. There was no problem marking
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Here and there
Joe Albert Associate Editor Is it spring yet? Sure feels like it today. Here’s hoping the mild weather continues, then gives way to a nice, warm spring. Weather aside, here’s a few things to think about and look forward to: – The Lessard Outdoor Heritage Council at its meeting on Monday will begin the process
