Hit The Ice For Free Fishing Weekend
Give fishing a try during Wisconsin's Free Fishing Weekend Jan. 15-16 – no fishing license or trout and salmon stamps required. Regulations and bag limits apply.
If you're new to ice fishing, check out the "Ice Fishing Essentials" story in the latest issue of Wisconsin Natural Resources magazine for tips on what you'll need to get started.
Don't let the lack of gear stop you from fishing from the water top. Visit the DNR's Fishing Equipment For Loan webpage to find a tackle loaner site with ice fishing equipment near you. Locations with ice fishing equipment will have an “IF” next to their name. Basic gear is available; however, sites do not lend out ice augers. Hours and available equipment vary, so contact the site in advance and plan ahead to pick up the gear.
And, be sure to brush up on ice safety before you go with these ice safety tips.
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"How To Build A Bat House" Supply List Update
The "How To Build A Bat House" article in the Winter issue featured incorrect supply dimensions. The correct supply dimensions for the wood materials are as follows:
- 1 piece 26”x24”x 0.5” plywood
- 1 piece 32”x24”x 0.5” plywood
- 1 piece 24”x4”x 0.5” plywood
- 2 pieces 26”x1.5”x 0.75” common wood/pine
- 1 piece 20”x1.5”x 0.75” common wood/pine
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