Fishing
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Brule State Fish Hatchery
Hatchery Hours Note: Hours are subject to change without notice. Hours: Rearing station grounds are open 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday all year. Visitor Center Hours: Subject to change without notice.
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Wisconsin's state fish hatcheries
Keep the state fish hatcheries in mind when planning your vacation route. They offer great opportunities to see fish as well as view exhibits that trace the life cycles of the fish reared at those facilities. You can also learn about techniques…
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Trap net safety on the Great Lakes
TRAP NETS Trap nets are large underwater nets used by commercial fishers to catch whitefish and let sportfish go. They pose a potential hazard for anglers and other boaters. Downriggers, fishing lines, and propellors can get caught in the nets or…
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Get the lead out
Did you know that one lead split shot is enough to kill a twelve-pound loon? Lead poisoning from ingested tackle usually occurs in one of two ways, a lead jig head is swallowed by a fish, or lost lead tackle is picked up along with small stones…
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Fish kill or diseased fish - what should I do?
If you catch a diseased fish or observe a fish kill take the following steps:
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Fish diseases
Even though we are reporting on fish disease in Wisconsin, we encourage you to continue to enjoy your fishing experiences. The information we have gathered for you is to help prevent the spread of the diseases and as information so you know what…
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All Wisconsin waters have consumption recommendations
Waters, where higher concentrations of mercury have been found in fish, are highlighted in dark blue. Waters with higher concentrations of PCBs are shown in green and include Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Green Bay and several larger rivers. The…
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Questions and answers about eating fish
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