
World Musky Hunt in Wisconsin turns 50
The World Musky Hunt (WMH) celebrated it 50th anniversary in Wisconsin with a big turnout of contestants, past “hunters,” and guides, who fished lakes in Vilas and Oneida counties Aug. 27-29.
Founded in 1977
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The World Musky Hunt (WMH) celebrated it 50th anniversary in Wisconsin with a big turnout of contestants, past “hunters,” and guides, who fished lakes in Vilas and Oneida counties Aug. 27-29.
Founded in 1977

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