What Should You Add to Your Pond? By Joey Berg Aquatic Field Biologist, Fisheries Specialist “Bluegill? Hybrid Bluegill? No Bluegill at all?” There are definitely some considerations when deciding how to stock (or restock) a waterbody. All waterbodie...
By Joseph Berg Aquatic Biologist, Fisheries Specialist We Have Answers! Although ice covers much of Wisconsin’s water, many people are looking forward to open water thinking about stocking fish in lakes or ponds. Fish are a popular item for lake and ...
By Becca Gray Lake Management Technician/ Administrative Assistant Looking to manage those pesky plants growing in your backyard pond? In order to protect Wisconsin’s native aquatic plants and prevent the spread of invasive plant species, the WIDNR r...
With over 15,000 lakes, 32,000 miles of streams and rivers, and 820 miles of shoreline on two Great Lakes it comes as no surprise, fishing is a staple in Wisconsin. The two go together like peanut butter and jelly (or is it cheese and beer?). Fishing...
https://youtu.be/hhhOQAEcNMs During the winter months, many pond owners patiently await the thawing spring season to enjoy their backyard oasis once again. After many satisfying warm weather months, pond owners believe that this is the only time peri...
As the water temperatures begin to warm customers should begin to notice more activity from their fish. WLPR biologists have been noticing an increased fish activity in the last few days. Largemouth bass and bluegills have been seen in the shallows p...
