Wisconsin DNR to host public meetings on smallmouth bass management in Green Bay and Northern Lake Michigan

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will host two identical public meetings to present information and gather feedback on the future management of smallmouth bass in Green Bay and northern Lake Michigan.

The first meeting will start at 6 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024 at the DNR Green Bay Service Center. The second meeting will start at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 at the Crossroads at Big Creek in Sturgeon Bay. Members of the public can also attend virtually via Microsoft Teams.

DNR staff will present the latest smallmouth bass survey and research data and gather feedback on a proposed regulation change to expand the catch and release season. Attendees are encouraged to share ideas, experiences and input on smallmouth bass management for Green Bay and northern Lake Michigan.

You can find additional details on the DNR’s Meetings and Hearings calendar.

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EVENT DETAILS

November 4

What: Public Meeting On Smallmouth Bass Management In Green Bay and Northern Lake Michigan

When: Monday, Nov. 4, 2024

Where: DNR Green Bay Service Center
Lake Michigan Conference Room
2984 Shawano Ave.
Green Bay, WI 54313

You can also join this meeting virtually on Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 254 972 583 054; Passcode: jExnkG

November 6

What: Public Meeting On Smallmouth Bass Management In Green Bay and Northern Lake Michigan

When: Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024

Where: Crossroads at Big Creek’s Auditorium
2041 Michigan St.
Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235

You can also join this meeting virtually on Microsoft Teams.
Meeting ID: 234 818 321 124; Passcode: NS4Hif