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As you look forward to the
upcoming ice-fishing
season, I thought this issue of the Legend would be
appropriate to share some ice fishing safety tips along
with some catch and release information. The
information below was pulled from the Wisconsin’s
Department of Natural Resources website.
Stay warm.
Dress in layers. Wear wool hats, mittens and
waterproof boots. Ice shanties keep the wind and
blowing snow from chilling you to the bone.
Don't get lost.
To avoid getting lost on a large lake, be aware of
daylight and weather conditions. Learn to use a map
and compass to stay oriented.
A Simple Tool.
You can make a simple tool that could help save your
life if you fall through. Drive nails in one end of two
stubby dowels, drill a hole in each of the other ends
and tie a rope through the holes. Keep this around
your neck so it's handy. Use it to dig into the ice and
quickly claw.
(http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/fish/faq/icefis_safety.htm)
Ice Fishing: Catch and Release
Handle the fish gently, quickly and carefully. Cut the
line if the fish swallows the hook. The hook will
dissolve inside the fish in a short time.
Protect the future of fishing; practice catch and
release. A fish's body slows down in the winter
reducing its need for oxygen. This helps make catch
and release during ice fishing highly successful.
(http://www.dnr.state.wi.us/fish/faq/icefis_catchrelease.htm)
Wisconsin Fishing Record –
Channel Catfish
(1962) 44 lbs 0 oz Length n/a
Wisconsin River, Columbia County
"One of the greatest charms of
angling is that of all
the sports, it affords the best opportunity to enjoy
the wonders and beauty of nature." - J. J . Manley |
The Long Lake Fishing Club is again
sponsoring
our annual Snow Golf Tournament on Saturday, January 30th (weather
permitting). The event has been very popular with area golfers and is
always a fun time for families and friends.
The nine hole course will be setup on Tittle Lake
in front of Benson’s Hide-a-Way, Dundee. Tee
times can be scheduled from 9 am to 3 pm by
calling 920-533-4807.
Four-some play is $20 or play an individual round for $5. Prizes will be
awarded for the top two men and top two females with the lowest scores
and the four-some with the lowest team score. Additional prizes for the
longest drive and longest putt will also be awarded.
Registration for golf along with food and
refreshments served will be inside Benson’s
Hide-A-Way. To check on the course (ice)
condition on the day of the event,call Benson’s Holiday Hide-A-Way
920-533-8219.
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