Your Daily Wisconsin Outdoor News Update – September 4, 2020
In Wisconsin, it’s easy to enjoy the great outdoors – even more so during a pandemic.
September 4, 2020
Your Daily Minnesota Outdoor News Update – September 4, 2020
A Pope & Young velvet category?
Iowa pheasant survey: bird numbers up significantly
The southeast region led the way with a 163 percent increase, followed by the northeast region with a 115 percent increase and east central region with a 55 percent increase.
North Dakota Fishing Report – September 4, 2020 [video]
It’s one of the best times of the year around Devils Lake – fall is near – and the walleye fishing is still going strong.
Michigan Fishing Report – September 4, 2020
Inland lakes are producing a mixed bag of panfish, bass, walleyes, and northern pike. Good action has been reported by anglers on Rush, Van Auken, Orion, Coldwater, Isabella, Six Mile, and most other inland lakes.
Pro Tip of the Week: Throw a Neko rig
Using a straight-shanked hook, slip the hook point between the lure and the O-ring with the hook point pointing away from the weighted end of the bait.
Michigan Lake Profile – Twin Falls Flowage, Dickinson County
The Michigan DNR last stocked walleyes in Twin Falls in 2001. However, following the results of a recent assessment of the fishery, the Wisconsin DNR has decided to begin stocking ’eyes again.
Are sauger overfished in Mississippi River tribs?
Breaking down the logic behind these kinds of fisheries-management decisions can help us as anglers determine which option we want to support: lots of tiny fish now or lots of big fish later.
Sometimes catching fish can be (about) a drag
Learning when and how to loosen the drag will help you boat more fish, from the finicky walleye to the paper-mouthed crappie to big predators such as pike and muskies.
