Fishing
Minnesota DNR wants feedback on variety of fishing regulation changes
The Minnesota DNR has released its 2024 fishing rules and regulations questionnaire to receive feedback from the public about possible fishing regulation changes. Shannon Fisher, DNR fisheries populations monitoring and regulations manager, said the process
Steve Carney: Sometimes, being shallow (when ice fishing) is a good thing
I’ve made it my mission this winter to do most of my crappie and bluegill fishing in shallow water – anywhere from 5 to 7 feet. I’ve had some slow days and some excellent days
Minnesota Mixed Bag: Outdoor News seeking Person of the Year Award nominations through Feb. 29
Outdoor News will accept nominations for it 24th Person of the Year award through Feb. 29. Do you know a conservationist in the state who, with little fanfare, goes about his or her business of
Thoughts on the latest cameras for ice fishing and low-light panfish
Underwater cameras are old technology in the modern world of fishing electronics, but they’re still an effective tool for finicky panfish.
Minnesota bills address White Earth State Forest transfer, native prairies, changes to deer firearms opener
The first week of the Minnesota legislative session is in the books, and there were a handful of bills discussed at committee hearings as well as other bills introduced on the House and Senate floor
Illinois DNR’s 2024 Fishing Guide features saugeye, ’23 state records
One of Illinois’ popular Illinois sportfish, the saugeye, graces the cover of DNR’s 2024 Illinois Fishing Information Guide.
Inside, rules and regulations for the upcoming year are provided, along with information on the state’s
Dean Bortz: Muskies unusually active in Wisconsin this winter
Hey, no one gets upset about catching a muskie, right? I mean, we’re talking about the famous “Fish of 10,000 Casts” here, so you’d think anyone would be excited about catching a muskie, even if
Habitat restoration effort launched in Starved Rock Pool on the Illinois River
A habitat restoration effort led by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers designed to restore submerged aquatic vegetation in the Starved Rock Pool of the Illinois River was officially launched on Feb. 14.
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Lake of the Woods Fishing Report – February 20, 2024
Overnight temps in the teens and twenties are maintaining ice nicely. Fishing continues to be excellent here.
