Fishing
Muskies go from a concept to part of an economic engine in Illinois
The thought of introducing muskies into Illinois’ lakes began in the early 1980s when muskie fishing enthusiasts vacationing in the Northwoods began talking to administrators and fisheries biologists from DNR about introducing muskies.
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Salt Water Preview: Striped bass off the New York City coast
Last summer, as I sat at my desk overlooking Raritan Bay, I watched dozens of boats from small 17-foot center-consoles to 40-footers clustered near the Verrazano Bridge.
My son Matt was part of this
Wisconsin Fishing Expo totals hit pre-pandemic levels
Attendance at the 2023 Wisconsin Fishing Expo rebounded to pre-pandemic levels during its run at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison Feb. 24-26. Bad weather earlier in the week gave way to sunshine that brought
Ask Fisheries Biologist Max Wolter: Tails of many Wisconsin fish tell their story
Our different fish species in Wisconsin evolved and adapted to different environments over millions of years. Understanding the differences may help people find and catch fish, or at least, gain more appreciation for the origin
Daylight Savings Time: How would changes impact outdoor adventures?
To change, or not to change, and most of all, what to change are the pending questions that even the U.S. Congress continues to seek answers to.
Fish deep and slow for New York’s early-season trout
As a kid and young adult, the month of March produced nightly dreams of the upcoming trout opener on April 1. I’d relive casts, retrieves and strikes at my favorite stream from previous seasons as
Spinners: Add a bit of flash to your offering
I started using spinners as soon as I could afford them, which for a kid was infrequent at best. Shysters were the cheapest, Rooster Tails next.
Caught fish, must travel: Tips for transport
Bringing home fish and game is easier these days than ever – if you follow a few basic rules of food safety and have the right equipment for the job.
Fishing Tip of the Week: Look for nymphs and find jumbo perch
If you land on them, your electronics will light up like a Christmas tree.
