Managing Fish During Spawning Season in Wisconsin Lakes and Ponds Spawning season is one of the most important times of year for maintaining healthy fish populations in Wisconsin lakes and ponds. With the state’s distinct seasonal changes and fluctua...
Best Aeration Systems for Summer Performance As summer temperatures rise across Wisconsin, ponds and lakes face some of their most challenging conditions of the year. Warm water holds less dissolved oxygen, increasing the risk of fish stress, declini...
Wisconsin’s lakes and ponds, whether you’re on Lake Winnebago, a small county lake in Vilas County, or a neighborhood pond near Madison, support rich aquatic ecosystems prized for fishing, boating, wildlife habitat, and scenic beauty. Yet these water...
As winter thaws across Wisconsin, pond owners, golf course superintendents and commercial property managers begin to see the first signs of spring and increased aquatic activity. While the transition may feel gradual, early spring is the most critica...
Spring is a critical season for lakes and ponds across Wisconsin, as rising temperatures and seasonal mixing, commonly called spring turnover, can dramatically affect water quality. Turnover occurs when the surface water warms and mixes with deeper l...
Wisconsin’s lakes and ponds are treasured resources for homeowners, municipalities, HOAs, and recreational anglers. From Lake Winnebago and the Chain O’ Lakes in northeast Wisconsin to small rural ponds in western Wisconsin and suburban waters around...
Because Wisconsin experiences shorter daylight hours in winter, solar fountains generally perform best from spring through fall. Many systems now include battery storage to maintain limited operation during overcast days, making them an efficient opt...
Spring fish kills are a common concern for pond and lake owners across Wisconsin as winter gives way to warmer temperatures. Discovering fish along the shoreline can be unsettling, but in most cases, these events are the result of natural seasonal pr...
Clear water, thriving fish, and balanced aquatic ecosystems are the result of intentional management, not luck. One of the most effective tools in maintaining healthy ponds and lakes is aeration. By improving oxygen levels and water movement, aeratio...
As spring arrives in Wisconsin, lake and pond owners have a key opportunity to manage aquatic invasive species (AIS) before peak summer growing season sets in. Invasive plants, shoreline vegetation, and aquatic animals can spread rapidly, disrupt eco...
