Fishing
A look back: Noteworthy observations from four decades examining Minnesota lakes
I have seen some interesting lake-related phenomena during the past 40 years. Here are a few examples. More than once I’ve witnessed a northern pike with at least half their body completely vertical, out of
Steve Griffin: Panfish can easily get lost in autumn
As mid-September approached this year, trees as usual remained leafy green.
Whitetail does and twin fawns tentatively ventured into bright winter wheat fields.
Loons that had swam, sung, and fished on this northern Lower
Fall rock bass provide fast action and a tasty meal
When you want to figure out how to catch a fish, look at its mouth.
Sharks aren’t vegetarians and guppies don’t eat meatballs. In both cases, it’s not only a matter of size but
Fall season offers the best for both hunters and anglers
With the days getting shorter and the mornings a little crisper, it leaves little doubt that fall is upon us. All across Ohio, many bows are being shot and fine-tuned, treestands are being hung, and
Northern Wisconsin Fishing Report – September 26, 2025 – video
Fishing hasn’t been the normal September chow-down we’re used to seeing. So here’s what we are seeing.
Cherish Wisconsin Fund hits milestone $3 million mark
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin (NRF) said the Cherish Wisconsin Outdoors Fund has hit a new milestone: $3 million – an exciting win to celebrate on National
New study shows fish spawning in Chicago River hits a high point
Crappies, bluegills and bass appear to be benefiting greatly from improved habitat and conditions in what was once considered the most polluted body of water in Illinois.
But those popular species aren’t alone. Austin
Ask a fisheries biologist: Wisconsin fish mysteries that still exist
As a young angler, I had a curiosity about why fish behave the way they do. I guess that is how one becomes a fish biologist. A fun part of this job is that I
Steve Pollick: Kayaks offer a quiet, adventurous respite
In the heat of the summer, Pollick chooses to relax on one of northwest Ohio’s waterways in his trusty kayak. Small craft like this one are good for skinny water and for just a relaxing
