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Journal Sentinel weekly fishing report

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Ice conditions constantly changing as sturgeon spearing season approaches

Despite ice conditions, one sturgeon spearing season record already set

WDNR studying the infrasonic abilities of sturgeon

WDNR mailing surveys to 1,000 inland trout anglers

National
Sportsmen group supports rules on fracking

NOAA satellites assist in rescuing 122 people from water-related emergencies

New study suggests eating fish reduces risk of irregular heartbeat

NOAA introduces improvements to Marine Recreational Information Program

International
Study finds fish diversity higher in freshwater than saltwater

Sea Shepherds and Japanese whaling fleet sparring in the Southern Ocean

Fisheries News

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Access to Port Washington coal dock delayed for improvements

Officials update public on Sheboygan River dredging

Journal Sentinel weekly fishing report

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WDNR to feature Winnebago sturgeon spearing season on website

Study concludes separating Great Lakes and Mississippi River possible but expensive

Wisconsin Lakeshore Restoration Project illustrates improvement to shorelines

WDNR releases annual report for 2011

National
Keep Fishermen Fishing rally scheduled for March 21st

International
Prince Charles to take on overfishing

Fisheries News

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Increased harvest caps for Winnebago sturgeon spearing season

Officials to host meeting on Sheboygan River clean up

Journal Sentinel weekly fishing report

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Wisconsin senate approves new requirements for Natural Resource Board membership

Study suggests Lake Erie tributaries possess suitable habitat for Asian Carp

National
National Ocean Policy Implementation Plan released for public comment

National strategy to protect wildlife from climate change released for review

International
Japanese fishing boats use online tracking and webcams to manage fisheries

Australia and Japan at odds over anti-whaling activists

Fisheries professionals discuss the future of walleye research

The wide distribution and exquisite flavor of walleye Sander vitreus have made it one of the most popular game fish, not only in Wisconsin, but throughout the country.  It is also important to the Chippewa Tribes of Wisconsin as part of their cultural heritage and as a source of food.  It is, therefore, critical for fisheries managers to make sound management decisions based on the best science available.  In the December 2011 issue of Fisheries, Baccante et al. (2011) summarized a discussion forum held at the 2011 American Fisheries Society meeting on gaps in walleye research.  Here, I outline some of the research needs identified by Baccante et al. (2011).  With walleye on the agenda at the Conservation Congress meetings in April, this information could be useful to attendees appearing on behalf of the walleye.

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Interview with DNR warden Mike Clutter

Journal Sentinel weekly fishing report

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Conservation Congress discusses bill to exempt fish and wildlife rules from Act 21

WDNR renews effort to remove carp from Lake Puckaway

Warm weather may cause sturgeon spearers to get creative

Study suggests salmon may be transporting PCBs into Lake Michigan tributaries

National
Mild winter hurts local fishing economies and spring water levels

International
The Sea Shepherds onboard the Shona Maru 2

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Journal Sentinel weekly fishing report

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5 drownings a tragic reminder to check ice conditions before you head out

Neveu Creek fish kill due to change in water temperature

WDNR to hold meetings on phosphorus reduction plan for St. Croix River

Oh snap! Angler eats potential record trout

National
New polymer used to create fishing line that changes color when damaged

Catch limits set for all 528 managed fish species

International
Anti-whaling activists board Japanese whaling vessel

Fisheries News

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Warm weather creating open-water fishing opportunities in Milwaukee

Journal Sentinel weekly fishing report

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Fifteen municipally owned dams to receive funding for repairs, removal or replacement

First 25 years of the Marine Enforcement Unit

Seismic water guns to be tested against gobies in Lake Michigan

National
National Marine Fisheries Service sued over Atlantic bluefin tuna rule

International
Australia reprimands Sea Shepherds for aerial drones