Steelhead Fishing Primer
Steelhead are one of the most exciting of Wisconsin's game fish, and springtime means a rare opportunity to tie into one of these bruisers from shore.
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Wisconsin's Open-Water Winter Trout
When the winter river angler packs safety first, then the proper gear, the expectation should be to catch fish. On the Milwaukee River that means steelhead, as well as walleye, smallmouth, pike and browns.
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Fall Means World-Class Musky, Salmon Action
Tangle with a trophy this fall! World-class Salmon and Musky action are available right now across the state. With little traffic on the water and fish fattening up for the winter, it's a great time to catch a monster.
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DNR 2009 Fishing Report
The 2009 Fishing Report is now available! Read on for an excerpt on state-record fish as well as a link to the full report.
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Hook 'Em Early!
Want to get your kids hooked on fishing? You'll find ample opportunities in Wisconsin. While the Badger State is famous for large, elusive game fish like the muskie, its wide variety of panfish and other easily catchable species make it perfect for beginning anglers.
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Five Great Trout Fishing Spots
Trout fishing in Wisconsin shares a bit of the mystique spawned by Richard Brautigan’s infamous novel Trout Fishing In America. The state's more than 10,000 miles of trout streams, creeks, and rivers are famous for cold, clean waters thick with trout and other fish caught on the fly.
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A Season of Outdoor Adventure
Are you the type that appreciates the subtle adventure of a winter’s day outdoors? Bundle up and let’s head out....
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Bewitched by Bayfield
Far from urban cares and suburban sprawl, the tiny town of Bayfield is your winter gateway to Lake Superior and the magnificent Apostle Islands.
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Destination: Marinette County
The Marinette area offers visitors a unique, laid-back experience. Find out more about this hidden gem of a county tucked into the northeastern corner of the state.
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Opening Day Not Just a Baseball Tradition
On May 2, Governor Doyle will be the first of a million-plus fisherman to hit Wisconsin’s lakes this season as part of the 44th annual Governor’s Fishing Opener.
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