Iowa’s statewide fishing report on Aug. 6, 2026
DNR Report
August 6, 2026
Here’s a look at the Iowa fishing report from across the state on Aug. 6, 2026.
rough fish
Big Sandy Lake in Minnesota’s Aitkin County proves patience pays in keeper walleyes
Glen Schmitt
August 5, 2026
If you’re a structure fisherman, then Big Sandy Lake in Aitkin County is one system where you can challenge yourself. Located just north of McGregor, this 6,526-acre lake has endless structure opportunities in the way
Minnesota’s statewide fishing report on Aug. 5, 2026
Staff Report
August 5, 2026
Bass and panfish seem to be a bigger priority for anglers. Here’s Minnesota’s fishing report across the state on Aug. 5, 2026.
Navigating the Raquette River’s largest impoundment in northern New York
Dan Ladd
August 4, 2026
With a few exceptions, the attraction of just about anywhere in the northern Adirondacks is that when it comes to outdoor recreation, it is the path less traveled. Fishing and boating, especially paddling, on Carry
Largemouths, bluegills the main attraction at Big Sand Lake in Wisconsin’s Burnett County
Staff Report
August 3, 2026
The Burnett County fisheries team ran a quick survey on Big Sand Lake, between Siren and Spooner, in 2022 to again index the lake’s fishery.
The team did not set fyke nets for this
Illinois’ statewide fishing report on July 31, 2026
Staff Report
July 31, 2026
Panfish, catfish rocking things as summer hits peak. Here’s the Illinois fishing report across the state on July 31, 2026.
Wisconsin’s statewide fishing report on July 31, 2026
Outdoor News
July 31, 2026
High temps, smoke have tempered anglers’ enthusiasm. Here’s the Wisconsin fishing report from across the state on July 31, 2026.
New York’s statewide fishing and hunting report on July 30, 2026
Staff Report
July 30, 2026
Fishing remains robust as the days get shorter. Here’s the New York fishing and hunting report across the state on July 30, 2026.
Lake Traverse: Where Minnesota/South Dakota border walleyes grow in a hurry
Glen Schmitt
July 29, 2026
Lake Traverse is located north of Browns Valley on the Minnesota/South Dakota border. Since it is border water, management of the lake is a cooperative between the two states, and border water fishing regulations apply.<br
