Two of our fine DNR Fisheries Technicians were out checking water clarity today, and as we expected, conditions have improved since our last readings on January 9. The specific results are shown below, but there [...]
"The Frozen Chosen" A Documentary Film by Steve Boettcher Each winter a monstrous beast lures men and women to the ice of Lake Winnebago. It is the only place on the planet where this occurs. [...]
Sturgeon decoys entice the curious Because sturgeon are primarily bottom dwellers, something is needed to draw them up closer to the water's surface so they can be speared more easily. That's the job of the [...]
By Mark Schram, Myfishingpartner.com Approximately 12,000 sportsmen and women will descend upon the Winnebago System in hopes of spearing an ancient monster in excess of 36” starting on Feb. 8, 2014. This year looks to [...]
Attached below is the electronic information regarding the 2014 sturgeon spearing season. Just click the link! PAMPHLET 2014 Winnebago Sturgeon Spearing Regulation
Just a reminder that the Lake Winnebago 2014 Sturgeon spearing licences must be purchased by October 31st. No permits will be issued for the 2014 season after this date.
Please click the following link to access the document from the WIDNR. 2013 adult stock assessment synopsis
Dear Winnebago Sturgeon Enthusiasts: Sturgeon spawning has gotten underway on the Wolf River and we actually handled our first spawning fish today! Fish are currently spawning at the Sturgeon Trail in New London, [...]
Dear Winnebago Sturgeon Enthusiasts: The warm weather over the last 3-5 days has increased water temperatures on the Wolf River, which has led to increased sturgeon activity. Typically sturgeon exhibit some pre-spawn behaviors that [...]
Despite the below average spring temperatures up to this point, our fisheries management team in Oshkosh has been busy in the field conducting stock assessments for yellow perch and walleye, with sturgeon work just around [...]
