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June 2013

Sharing a passion for panfish

Wisconsin anglers weigh in on the future of a frying pan favorite.

Sylvia Lim

Most anglers can recall their first fish. For members of the Wisconsin Fishing Team, a University of Wisconsin - Madison student organization, it was panfish that stirred their passion for fishing. Read full article

Also in this issue…

 Boy with salmon © Tyler Zacho Making memories on Lake Michigan
A father and son salmon excursion that stands out.


Elementary School Drawing © Calvin T. of Woodside Elementray School Invasive Species Awareness Month
Learn how to protect the places where you play.


People on a Wisconsin river sandbar © J.R.SchmidtSandbar camping
Escape to the bare essentials of river life.



Male grouse © Herbert LangeKing of the forest
The grouse drum beats.





Illustration of guitar player and shed © Scott HalwegSand County Songs
Aldo Leopold's message made into music.



Sandhill Cranes and their young walking on a paved footpath © Michael Knapstein"Focus on wildlife" photo contest
And the winners are...



Two baby fox © Herbert Lange "Keep the "wild" in wildlife
Cute to view, maybe. But don't touch.



Arerial view of the pump house © Greg DelwicheTransformation on the prairie
What possibilities will greet visitors when the gates open at the Sauk Prairie Recreation Area?



People enjoying Pike Lake Beach © Rob WessbergKettle Moraine State Forest
Pike Lake Unit offers spectacular glacial views, year-round activities.


Ephemeral pond © Drew Feldkirchner Often overlooked
Ephemeral ponds deserve our attention, too.