Iowa’s statewide fishing report for Oct. 19, 2023
A look at the fishing report from across Iowa on Oct. 19, 2023.
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October 19, 2023
Northern Wisconsin Fishing Report – October 19, 2023 – video
Where they’re biting on Hayward area lakes, Chequamegon Bay, and Lake Superior.
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Commentary: The forward-scan genie is out of the lamp in fishing; now what?
Forward-facing sonar is starting to get a bit of pushback from anglers other than the many of us who are envious of those who can afford it.
Pat Neu, president and co-founder of the National Professional Anglers Association, and venerable media angling personality and fishing hall of famer Al Lindner recently published an editorial suggesting that the increased efficiency of the technology is likely to mean declining fish populations and/or fishing success if state fisheries agencies don’t adjust harvest regulations to account for the increased harvest.
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Commentary: Wisconsin wolf management myths busted
Following the development and possible finalization of the new Wisconsin Wolf Management Plan, and being part of past efforts that began in 2009 and strolled through three attempts, can be a very frustrating and time-consuming exercise.
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Elephant dies at St. Louis Zoo shortly after her herd became agitated from a dog running loose
A female Asian elephant at the St. Louis Zoo died shortly after her herd became agitated from a small dog running loose, zoo officials said.
Rani (pronounced Rahn-ee) died Friday at age 27. The zoo announced her death on Tuesday.
“We are absolutely devastated. We ask for the community’s thoughts and support during this difficult time,” zoo Director Michael Macek said in a news release. “Our team of professional animal care experts did everything possible, but we couldn’t save Rani.”
Iowa’s Casey Lake to benefit from restoration work, habitat improvements
An east-central Iowa lake will see dramatic change, including restoration work and habitat improvements, following action taken last Thursday by the Iowa Natural Resources Commission.
A contract was approved with Three Oaks Construction of North Sioux City, S.D., to construct watershed and in-lake improvements at Hickory Hills Park (Casey Lake) in Tama County, a 39-acre lake located within the 723-acre park.
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Outdoor Insights: New report illustrates importance of hunters, anglers to American economy
Pheasant hunters busting open their wallets gave rural Minnesota an economic bump last weekend, and a new report again illustrates just how much casters and blasters contribute to American gross domestic product.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service last week released its 2022 National Survey of Fishing, Hunting, and Wildlife-Associated Recreation, a survey that says hunting and fishing contributed $145 billion to the U.S. economy. Wildlife watching contributed another $250 billion. In human terms, 39 million people (15% of the U.S. population 16 years and older) participated in recreational fishing, and 14 million people (5.5% of U.S. 16 years and older) participated in hunting.
Pennsylvania outdoor writers publish engaging new titles
With daylight dwindling in the evening hours of fall, it’s always nice to cozy up to a good book fireside or at the cabin after outdoor adventures wrap up for the day.
Fortunately, two talented Pennsylvania authors have recently released engaging reads that will transport you right back to nature through the pages of their entertaining and thought-provoking books.
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Bucks teach us something with every close encounter
Bowhunters who find consistent success learn something valuable from every big buck they encounter. A hunter can take some solace in that, but it doesn’t make it much easier to stomach in the moment when one of those close calls ends without a shot opportunity.
I felt that sick feeling during a morning hunt last Sunday – a lesson learned, but, ultimately, frustration given that the way this buck moved put him 5 yards downwind of my location.
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