O.J. Simpson vacationing in Minnesota Jun 27, 2008
"I came up for a few days to do some fishing and some golfing. I hope to get some Minnesota walleye," he said. "I wanted to take a few days away from that hot, hot, hot Miami.". (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Ebola-like virus killing Great Lakes fish Jun 20, 2008
But unlike many other diseases that tend to hit one or two types of fish, this viral strain has led to large fish kills involving more than 30 species, including valuable sport fish such as salmon, trout, walleye, muskie, bass and perch. The infection, called viral hemorrhagic septicemia, or VHS, doesn't threaten human health but could be devastating to the $4 billion commercial and sport-fishing industry in the Great Lakes. (AZCentral -- News)
Minnesota Fishing Report Jun 4, 2008
East Lindy Rigs and crankbaits are triggering walleyes on the 20- to 22-foot gravel areas around Hennepin Island during the day ... West Lindy Rigs and leeches or spinner rigs and rainbow minnows started turning walleyes on the mud ... The breaks in St. AlbanA s Bay and shallow rock points are the best walleye options during low-light periods with crankbaits or slip bobbers and leeches. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Dam field trip fascinates students May 20, 2008
Recreation was in full bloom Wednesday morning as at least a dozen boats fished near the dam, likely attempting to catch bass, walleye, catfish, paddle fish and more. Lewis and Clark Lake, which is 28 miles long and was formed -- or impounded -- by the dam, starts at the site and measures 45 feet deep here, its deepest point. (Sioux City Journal)
The Sportsman Channel adding 'In-Fisherman,' other shows May 18, 2008
In addition to "In-Fisherman," the other shows migrating to The Sportsman Channel are "Guns & Ammo Television," "Guns & Ammo Television Classics," "North American Whitetail Television," " TV," "Personal Defense TV," "Shallow Water Angler," "Professional Walleye Trail" and "Petersen's Hunting Adventure Television.". Some of the shows will shift to The Sportsman Channel in October and the rest in January 2009, said network spokeswoman Michelle Scheuermann. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Keep the little ones, they’re the best eating May 8, 2008
Predatory fish such as northern pike, walleye, lake trout and bass are also more likely to contain higher concentrations of contaminants, since they eat other fish. For this reason, children 6 and younger and nursing mothers and women who are pregnant are advised to avoid eating any walleye more than 22 inches in length ... FWP tested rainbow trout and walleye in Cooney Reservoir, south of Billings, for mercury contamination. (Montana Standard, MT)
Fish-O-Rama 2008 off and running with opener May 8, 2008
Donations for 2007 included $1,500 to Walleyes for Chetek to purchase and stock yearling walleye fingerlings in the Chetek chain; $500 to Walleyes for Tomorrow to operate hatcheries and construct walleye habitat structure in northwest Wisconsin lakes; $500 to the Chetek Resort Owners Association to assist in the operation of the Chetek information booth; and $500 to the Chetek Hydroflites Water Ski Show Team, which puts on water ski shows throughout the summer. The Chetek Alert 2008. (Chetek Alert, WI)
What's your fondest outdoors memory? May 2, 2008
Northern pike, walleye and smallmouth bass bit so frequently that if we made five casts without something biting our Daredevle spoon we moved on. And if we got a little bored, me and my best buddy would race the boats across the lake and back. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Flood douses business plans; Boone parks underwater; Road slides blamed on rainfall, slippery shale Apr 23, 2008
She reported that the number of fishermen, particularly crappie and walleye, would normally have been much better this time of year. The crappie and walleye still could be good, she thought. (Newton County Times, AR)
Clinton Wins Pennsylvania Primary Apr 23, 2008
We registered a record number of voters and it is those voters who will lead our party to victory in November," Obama said. Obama spoke to supporters in Indiana, which, along with North Carolina, will hold the next presidential campaign contests on May 6. ajl/yc Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version It was all smiles for Senator Hillary Clinton and maybe a sigh of relief as she claimed victory in Tuesday's Pennsylvania primary a contest some said was a must-win for Clinton. In... (R News)
Two County Leg. Proposals Rejected Apr 22, 2008
We try to put forth due diligence on all the proposals that come before us, but when you literally have 20 minutes to review something that often times is controversial, that's extremely frustrating," said Vincent Esposito, (D) county legislator. "I don't think that for political reasons we need to hobble the president of the Legislatures ability to address these issues in a timely fashion," said Dan Quatro, (R) majority leader. The Matter of Urgency has been used to introduce legislation... (R News)
Farmers Visit Cuba on Trade Mission Apr 21, 2008
" "I think it's a golden opportunity," Martin said. The state trade delegation will charter plane from Miami to Cuba Monday. Direct flights from America to Cuba are still embargoed by the U.S. Government. The delegation got a special travel license from the U.S. Treasury Department for the trip. lg Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Rising prices at the gas pumps are bad news for drivers, but for the state parks system, it's good news. With gas prices expected to hit $4.00 a... (R News)
Brooks Gives State of County Tuesday Apr 21, 2008
" Brooks says the speech is not supposed to be about policy or the budget. R News will have live coverage beginning Tuesday at 7 p.m. ajl Email this Story to a Friend Print Friendly Version Rising prices at the gas pumps are bad news for drivers, but for the state parks system, it's good news. With gas prices expected to hit $4.00 a gallon this summer, camping reservations at state parks are already up 16 percent from this time last year. It's a trend that's expected to continue as those... (R News)
Workers Remove 1,500 Dead Fish Apr 20, 2008
The Walleye were found inside Sandy Creek in Oswego County ... Officials say this is the first year it has had an effect on the Walleye ... Stephens says they are taking the dead Walleye to an area landfill. (R News)
Get Out Events, Hunting & Fishing Calendar Apr 13, 2008
May 17 Walleye Round Up Tournament. Pymatuning Lake. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Obituaries for Thursday, April 10, 2008 Apr 10, 2008
He gave up hunting in 1991 and became very active in walleye fishing on the Mississippi River in Genoa, where he caught many trophy fish. He and his fishing partners placed first in the Peye tournaments in 2002 and 2003. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Lotto winner: 'I'm out of here' Apr 4, 2008
Sneath plans to buy a cottage on Mullett Lake in northern Michigan and maybe a new fishing boat or two to help him land the walleye he loves to catch. He's tired of misplacing his glasses and may get laser surgery to correct his vision. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
April fools will pay 7% in Indiana Apr 3, 2008
My husband and I take the 4-wheeler out into the tangled woods and fish for walleye. oh, poor me. (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)
College basketball, hockey, auto racing, baseball Mar 31, 2008
Monday, March 31, 2008. WOMEN'S COLLEGE BASKETBALL. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Shaurette: How serious is VHS threat to state's fishing? Mar 30, 2008
The virus can easily spread between fish of all ages and it affects a broad range of our native game fish including trout, panfish, walleye, musky and smallmouth bass. Luckily, VHS is not a health risk for people, so as anglers prepare for the upcoming open water fishing season have no reason to worry, and can continue to enjoy fishing and eating their catch. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Karate group running for cancer victim during 22nd annual Walleye 5K Run Mar 29, 2008
Runners from the Morse School of Isshnryu Karate (MSOI), along with many of these runners from a year ago, will join the 22nd annual Walleye 5K run Saturday morning with their friend Jessica Sergeant ... SPRING VALLEY Saturday at the Walleye 5K run in Spring Valley, the Starved Rock Runners will get the season underway with many runners from around the area and beyond. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
(More)Masters Walleye Circuit ready Mar 27, 2008
Masters Walleye Circuit ready ... Workers at Barto Landing in Spring Valley are putting the final touches on setting up for the Master Walleye Circuit that is set to begin Saturday with the first of the boats launching at 7 a.m. There will various things there to do for everyone including fishing clinics for kids and a free bike give away ... SPRING VALLEY The weather looks like it will be in the mid 40s Saturday and Sunday with the possibility of rain, but it will definitely be a better fishing... (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Community Notes Mar 27, 2008
SPRING VALLEY A free youth and family fishing clinic will be Saturday at the Masters Walleye Circuit stage on Barto Landing in Spring Valley ... Participants will learn from professional anglers from the National Professional Anglers Association and the Masters Walleye Circuit. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Diehards brave the elementsPosted 11 hours, 31 minutes ago. Mar 23, 2008
Several local fishermen have been making the trek toward Toledo and the walleye run on the Maumee River. Their success has not been good. (Lima News, OH)
No textbooks needed in fishing classroom Mar 21, 2008
Montana walleye pro Dale Gilbert, who is from Ulm, will be making Missoula his last stop for two fishing clinics that he has been presenting across the state. As you might imagine, one clinic will be on walleye fishing ... The Walleye Clinic is a full-day session covering what Gilbert has learned over nearly 30 years of fishing western walleyes. (Missoulian, MT)
Outdoors : March Ice Trek Mar 20, 2008
I had big plans of catching walleye and crappie on this adventure and live bait was a part of that plan. It was 2:30 in the afternoon. (Forest Republican, WI)
Poaching probe expands after report of foul odor at storage unit Mar 5, 2008
Hide Behind wrote on Mar 4, 2008 8:24 AM:" Lets hope they expand upon the why of so many poached animals and the why a friends P/U was not also confiscated or held for evidence. Commercialization of Washington Game extends way beyond just a guy taking more than one animal and selling parts as even farmers now charge under the table fees for allowing selected hunters access to their lands. Many so called guide services for fishing recieve little oversight other than a cursory now and then... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Prep wrestling, college basketball, college softball Mar 2, 2008
Sunday, March 02, 2008. DIVISION IAt BGSUPerrysburg 40, Ashland 38At University of ToledoWhitmer 61, St. Johns 49. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Off The Hook: Stronger Soft-plastic Fishing Lures Less Damaging To Environment Feb 27, 2008
For years, anglers have used the brightly colored, realistic swimmers to successfully attract and land fish ranging from tiny bluegill and crappie to bass, walleye and the mighty muskie. But the highly plasticized PVC material that makes these soft, flexible lures an asset to fishermen also makes them a detriment to the environment. (Science Daily)
VHS Disease in Great Lakes Fish Feb 21, 2008
Also, long distance movement within each lake by Chinook and coho salmon along with walleye and other prey species affect virus distribution. The virus will probably take a long time to get established in Lake Superior, because fish movement through the Soo Locks is limited. (Suite101.com)
Outdoors : Lake Trout on Big Green Lake Feb 19, 2008
Our plan was to set out tip ups for northern pike and walleye ... The walleye and northern pike bite was non-existent so we headed over to trout water, caught three keepers and then said goodbye until another outdoor experience has us crossing paths once again. (Forest Republican, WI)
Community : New sign features Hiles events Feb 7, 2008
Walleye: Tom Melvin,1 1/2 lb 17. Northern Pike: Brian Danielczak, 6 1/2 lb 31 1/4. (Forest Republican, WI)
Keeping sports in perspecitive Feb 6, 2008
Good luck coach Knight, enjoy retirement, and catch a walleye for me. By Football Fan. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
OCC hosting fish fry and auction Friday evening in Student Union Feb 1, 2008
The meal will be prepared by Country Rhodes in Effingham and the menu includes walleye, catfish, shrimp, chicken strips, hush puppies, baked beans, cole slaw, potato salad, applesauce, assorted desserts and choice of drink. The fish fry will be held from 4:30-7 p.m. with the sports memorabilia silent auction to follow from 7-9 p.m. in the Banquet Room. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Outdoors with KC's Jared Allen Jan 31, 2008
He also visits Minnesota every chance he gets because he really enjoys fishing for monster pike and walleye there. Allen is up for just about any adventure - he even ran with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Oregon Recreation Report (13) Jan 28, 2008
Lebanon Express: Archived Articles. Welcome to the Lebanon-Express. (Lebanon Express, OR)
LAMB: Upcoming show a perfect remedy for cabin fever Jan 24, 2008
Walleye professional Jason Przekurat and musky pro Steve Worrall are featured seminar speakers. Don t forget Wes Harrison, known as Mr. Sound Effects, or the trout fishing pond either. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Calendar of Events Jan 16, 2008
The day will be full of all day family fun with food, refreshments, paddle wheels and games starting at 2 p.m. and karaoke beginning at 4 p.m. Fish registration hours are from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. with prizes for first, second and third for heaviest and longest northern, walleye and panfish. Raffle tickets are being sold for 2 each or 6 for 10 at the Forest Republican office. (Forest Republican, WI)
What's the latest on seafood safety, benefits? Jan 9, 2008
Pregnant women are advised to eat only six ounces of freshwater fish a week since freshwater predator fish such as walleye, smallmouth and largemouth bass, lake trout, and Northern pike tend to contain higher levels of mercury than other local water varieties. Try a FREE TRIAL issue of Cooking Light. (CNN)
News : 2007: The year in review January Jan 3, 2008
Through the combined efforts of the Mole Lake Sokaogon Chippewa Community and the Metonga Lake Association, 5,000 walleye fingerlings were released into Lake Metonga. November. (Forest Republican, WI)
Wyo. issues first mercury-fish advisory Dec 11, 2007
"But we are recommending that women of childbearing age, pregnant women, nursing mothers and children under the age of 15 should eat more small Wyoming-caught fish and fewer large fish, and should avoid eating channel catfish, bass, sauger and walleye from certain waters." ... Freshwater fish high in mercury include channel catfish, sauger, and walleye from Big Horn, Seminoe and Pathfinder reservoirs. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
1 star? Food critic rips Bass Pro restaurant Dec 7, 2007
However, it does do mahi-mahi, salmon, grouper, flounder, tuna, walleye, calamari, shrimp and scallops ... But if Mrs. Paul's made fried walleye ($15. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Very High Levels Of Dioxins Found In River Sediment In Michigan Nov 27, 2007
Women of childbearing age and children under the age of 15 should eat no more than one meal per month of walleye less than 22 inches in length and 6 meals per year of larger walleye. All other people are advised that walleye smaller than 22 inches may be eaten in unlimited quantities, but larger walleye should be eaten no more often than once per week. (Science Daily)
Canada Sets Aside Vast Northern Wilderness For Conservation Nov 24, 2007
20, 2007) If you want to catch a trophy northern pike, walleye or brook trout in the northern Canadian wilderness, better plan your trip soon. That's because according to a new report, looming development. (Science Daily)
The nine-day gun deer season has finally arrived Nov 21, 2007
This year their walleye fishing was done from two boats. The sons and grandsons of the original members of this group arrived at various times on Friday. (Forest Republican, WI)
Savoring the pleasure of living Nov 19, 2007
Fish carvings, of the fresh-water variety, include bass, bluegill, catfish, crappie, perch and walleye. E.T. offers: I always have liked wood, and practiced the craft of carving a few hours a week before I retired. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Outdoors: Hmm. Where have all the hunters gone? Nov 17, 2007
Guys are out trolling rapalas at night on Mille Lacs and getting some nice walleyes ... The walleyes have moved in and guys are catching a lot of nice 2 to 3 pounders and bigger ... The saugers are running shallower in 10 to 15 feet of water and the walleyes are running deeper, around 18 feet of water. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Wesley Sander Nov 15, 2007
Some of his memorable excursions included salmon fishing in Marinette County, walleye fishing in Canada, and seeking a big Tom turkey and a trophy buck with his family in nearby woods. He also thoroughly enjoyed camping, canoeing, and tapping maple trees in the early spring. (Chetek Alert, WI)
River's future murky Nov 12, 2007
In addition to power production and irrigation storage, the reservoir yields massive channel catfish, walleye, smallmouth bass and trout ... Mike Allred, the basin administrator with the Utah Division of Water Quality, said the reservoir produces huge walleye and crappie. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Richard Dean Roorda Nov 6, 2007
Walleye fishing was also a passion, especially when he could find the time and water to take out the S.S. Guppy - which wouldn't take him too far from shore. He loved westerns, having read every Louis Lamour book in the public library and seen every decent movie. (Black Hills Pioneer, SD)
Obituaries for Monday, Nov. 5, 2007 Nov 5, 2007
He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed deer and pheasant hunting, fishing for trout, walleye and salmon, trap-shooting and hunting for morels. He was well-known for his partridge planks and pheasant casserole, and also for his love for cats. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Power plants are focus of drive to cut mercury Oct 30, 2007
Marvin Defoe Jr. is a Native American who fishes for walleye and other species in Lake Superior because that's what he learned from his father ... When Defoe harvests fish from smaller inland lakes each spring, as the walleye are spawning, he bags the catch and attaches a warning that the fish could contain dangerous amounts of mercury ... The maps spell out exactly how often it is safe to eat walleye from each lake. (USA Today)
Obituaries for Thursday, October 25, 2007 Oct 25, 2007
She especially enjoyed her time with her children and grandchildren, holiday get-togethers, weddings and graduations, trips to Florida, batter-fried shrimp and walleye dinners, barbeques on the river and car trips to pick autumn apples. She also enjoyed time with her friends, quiet luncheons and suppers with friends or shopping trips looking for bargains. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Outdoors: When it comes to selling Racine, Lake Michigan is area's most-prized treasure Oct 20, 2007
Well, it s not small, said Johnson, a veteran angler who admittedly has spent more time in pursuit of bass and walleye than any trout or salmon species. Other than that, we ll have to wait to see. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
The Fall Run Is On ... Or Is It? Oct 11, 2007
5 million trout and salmon, and nine million walleye fry each year. If you've never tried for these monster salmon, or the steelhead run later in the year, you're missing out on a unique fishing experience. (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)
Cutler: UAW & GM Oct 2, 2007
The most recent on-line version of "The Searchlight" features an article on the annual Local 659 Walleye fishing Tournament--held in July--but makes no mention of the subsequent contract negotiations. . (Zmag.org)
George Wyth flexes its mussels Sep 28, 2007
Brady, a mussel propagation specialist with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, was joined by a member of the Cedar Valley Walleye Club in hoisting a metal cage on to the dock to see if mussel larvae planted last spring resulted in mussels. As walleye club members, Iowa Department of Natural Resources staffer and a Hartman Reserve naturalist started washing mud off the traps, they found dozens upon dozens of plain pocketbook mushrooms ... The black sandshell mussels are less hardy than the plain... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Fall fish count checks toll of low water levels on Lake Sakakawea Sep 23, 2007
"Decent water quality with cold water habitat is critical from August into September for smelt, Cisco and ultimately salmon, walleye and pike, he said."The amount of cold water habitat is really compromised," Fryda said. "Our oxygen levels in the mid to upper portions of the reservoir are really becoming compromised in cold-water habitat at low levels ... "A substantial rise in the water level is needed, he said."When we flood that vegetation, it really drives our productivity and provides good... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Musky outing encourages tomorrow's anglers Sep 20, 2007
A shore lunch means walleyes so out came the walleye rods and we changed our method of fishing. After an hour and a half we had six small walleyes in the live well and pulled our boat up on shore and treated Dr. Larry to his first Northwoods shore lunch ... He loves walleyes and declared that walleyes that had never been frozen, were cooked over an open fire and eaten on the shore are the best he had ever had. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
VHS n Just How Serious Is This Fish Disease and What Can Be Done About It? Sep 13, 2007
This particular strain of VHS affects virtually every group of fish species from minnows to muskies, walleyes to bass, Ehlenfeldt continued ... For instance, walleye water could become northern pike water. (Agri-View, WI)
Cabela's incentives discussed during forum Sep 12, 2007
How much revenue do persons who drive past, or people who browse at walleye bring in. None, absolutely none. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Region roundup Sep 10, 2007
A donation of 7 is suggested for a serving of walleye, side dishes and a beverage. - Beulah Beacon. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Annual Delavan Fall Festival begins Friday Aug 31, 2007
A whole hog dinner will be served Saturday night and a walleye dinner Sunday night. Community projects will benefit from the annual harvest celebration. (Pekin Times, IL)
Northern Agriculture Highlighted at Ashland DATCP Board Meeting Aug 24, 2007
Projects at the facility include: rearing of cool and cold water fish from egg incubation to production size and harvest; yellow perch rearing and feed-training; rearing fry and extended growth walleye with various feed and fertilization techniques, comparing production and performance of regional strains of trout; along with internship and education opportunities ... In violation of both state and federal rules, what people think they are eating may not be yellow perch or walleye, he warned. (Agri-View, WI)
Cities to disinfect discharge into river Aug 19, 2007
Anglers pursue catfish, walleye, bass or carp. But the Cedar River in most of the metro area is not classified as recreational water by Iowa Department of Natural Resources safety standards. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
