Fishing
Wisconsin Outdoor News Fishing & Hunting Report – Nov. 15, 2019
AMERY AREA With the cold and wind, most boats have been put away, although a few muskie anglers continue to fish on lakes such as Bone, Deer, and Wapogasset. Some ice is starting to form
Minnesota DNR rejects ban on lead ammunition, tackle
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota wildlife officials have rejected a request from environmental groups to ban the use of lead in rifle bullets, birdshot and fishing tackle. The Minnesota DNR denied the petition Monday. DNR
Fishing first ice: Red Lake vs. Mille Lacs
Yup, first ice is upon us, and two renowned fisheries will be busy as open water gives way to hard water. Here, Minnesota guide Brad Hawthorne with Angling Buzz talk the early season bite windows
Fall testing: Asian carp DNA spikes in Chicago River
Wildlife agencies are stepping up waterway testing efforts following a spike in invasive Asian carp DNA detections in the Chicago River about five miles from Lake Michigan. Read the entire story here.
Study: Walleyes changing what and how they eat
In Ontario, a fishing guide – also a Mitacs research intern and a Master’s student at Trent University in Peterborough – makes a significant discovery in understanding walleye food sources. See the video here.
Upper Red Lake walleye regulations change for winter season
The regulations, which become effective Sunday, Dec. 1, are the same as those of last winter but more restrictive than during 2019 open water fishing.
Minnesota Outdoor News Fishing Report for Nov. 8, 2019
Great Eight LAKE MILLE LACS With the exception of a few diehard muskie anglers, the lake has been quiet. The few people out are chasing muskies on the shallow rock reefs. Some ice had started
Minnesota DNR statement regarding action on petition to ban lead ammunition and tackle
After careful consideration of the petition and review of more than 20 years of data and stakeholder input related to this subject, the DNR issued a decision today denying the petition.
Winter river walleye jigging techniques
One river technique that will work from now until the spring run.
