‘Bird whisperer’ dies at 85
He was known statewide as the “bird whisperer” for his apparent ability to convince wild birds to flee urban areas. Word now comes that James L. Soules has died. Soules, of Decatur, was 85. He
He was known statewide as the “bird whisperer” for his apparent ability to convince wild birds to flee urban areas. Word now comes that James L. Soules has died. Soules, of Decatur, was 85. He
Navarino, Wis. – Wisconsin turkey hunters have for sure set another harvest record, but the final number has yet to be determined. The 2008 spring harvest was sitting at a preliminary number of about 52,814
Madison ’Äî Adults who’Äôd like to see young family members or friends take part in the state’Äôs learn-to-hunt bear program should know that new rules are in place this year. During the first three years
Lake Gogebic fishing was again a roller coaster ride for a few days last week. Fish were moving to all types of structure with weedbeds greening up and wind-swept shorelines attracting fish. These scattered fish
Windy, wet, and variable have been the main words to describe the weather the past week, and this made for tough fishing conditions. Water levels on most lakes and flowages are near normal to a

Lake Delton, Wis. – Dangerous weather pounding Wisconsin and other areas of the Midwest has left devastating reminders of the costs of being out of balance with nature. Initially, all attention was focused on the
In the Little Sturgeon Bay/Sawyer Harbor area, all bites were slower last week. Nearly all targeted species (e.g. smallmouth bass, yellow perch, northern pike) were being caught, but the numbers have been lower than in
Ashland, Wis. – Mention Chequamegon Bay, and most anglers picture big smallmouth bass or hard-fighting trout and salmon. Many people may not realize the bay holds some trophy northern pike. However, some anglers believe this
Lake Superior trolling has been good to fair, depending on the weather. Stable high pressure has brought the best action, but there have still been some fish caught between the thunderstorms and big winds. Many
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