walleye

A meeting in March will help the DNR learn how the public feels about it

The Michigan DNR wants to add a protected slot limit.

The Wisconsin Natural Resources Board approved an emergency rule on the Minocqua Chain allowing for Walleye harvest to continue.

The Ojibwe have long looked to Lake Lac Vieux Desert for its food sources.But there’s been major declines in wild rice and walleye in recent years that impact the Lac Vieux Desert Tribe’s food sovereignty.The tribe is now working with the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest on a project to help improve the two species populations.

The Ojibwe have long looked to Lake Lac Vieux Desert for its food sources.But there’s been major declines in wild rice and walleye in recent years that impact the Lac Vieux Desert Tribe’s food sovereignty.The tribe is now working with the Chequamegon Nicolet National Forest on a project to help improve the two species populations.

Walleyes no longer appear to be naturally reproducing in Crescent Lake in Oneida County.As WXPR previously reported, state and Tribal agencies are holding a meeting Tuesday, June 4 to discuss rehabilitation options.

The DNR and Tribal representatives want to figure out what’s gone wrong with natural walleye reproduction on Crescent Lake in Oneida County.

There are still some statutory things that need to be done before the emergency rule can go into effect. It will likely go into effect at the end of next week.

The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Board is holding a special meeting Thursday to consider the emergency rule for walleye fishing on the Minocqua Chain.

The Wisconsin DNR is considering an emergency rule to allow walleye harvest on the Minocqua Chain this year.