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Yanking big bass from Midwestern lakes that are full of weeds can be a difficult task. Most fishermen rely on standard Texas-rigged plastic worms for that job and bass are growing wise to that presentation.

Aug. 10-12, 17-19: 20th Annual Game Fair 2001 at Armstrong Ranch in Anoka, MN from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Celebrities, free seminars, all new shotgun shooting, outdoor exhibits, dog events, archery, kid games and

The MPCA list added more than 100 lakes with nutrient and algae problems, including about 80 lakes in the metro area like Como Lake and Lake of the Isles. But an array of business and

The park will be “rustic-only” and available on first come, first served basis, according to Kerry Christoffer, park manager. Some of the trails still are under water and modern sanitation devices aren’t yet operational, but

July 28: Take An Adult Fishing Tournament begins at 6 a.m. behind the Wilderness Fish & Game store along the banks of the Wisconsin River and is open to children 16 and younger. For more

The Great Lakes Sport Fisherman’s Club, Milwaukee Chapter, meets on the second Tuesday of the month May thru Sept. at Ray & Dots 6351 W. Grange Ave. Meetings start at 7:00 p.m. For more info

July 9-13: Hunter Safety Program (Student) at Edgar Village Hall from 4:30 to 8 p.m. For more info call Bob Dvorak at 715-352-2389. July 15: Bow Hunter Safety (beginning) at Nekoosa Library. For more info

Associate Editor Washington, D.C. A bill in the U.S. House that would eliminate steel-jawed leghold traps is now backed by a long list of sponsors, but has come under attack from some sportmen’s groups. The

The expo gives youth opportunities to learn about conservation and wildlife; to meet with colleges and universities about outdoor careers; and to learn about the groups that support conservation, hunting, and fishing. For more information