WKTY OUTDOORS

Today's topic is the upcoming Wisconsin Conservation Congress and DNR Spring Hearings on April 8. Marc Schultz and I discuss what will be happening that night along with how the process works to get a question on the ballot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking today with Tackle Terry Tuma about getting the boat ready for spring and the open water fishing season plus what lure colors to choose once you're out there.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chatting today with Russ Wilson, one of the organizers of the 31st annual River Clean Up in La Crosse on May 11. We talk about the event and how people can get involved. Go to https://www.rivercleanuplacrosse.com for more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tracking down spring walleyes is one of the parts of this week's show.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, the fishing is starting to improve plus I'll share some tips on what to consider when choosing a lodge or resort to stay at for that big hunting or fishing trip.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest, Tackle Terry Tuma, and I talk about things to consider when buying a boat. From seats, to batteries, to electronics, to the trailer its carried on, there's a lot to think about when making that investment.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I spoke today to Ranger Steve Bodovinitz from the La Crosse Visitor Center out on Brice Prairie about a Backyard Birding event coming up on February 15. We also talked about how people can get out and enjoy seeing the multitude of birds we have in our area.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The focus of the show, other than the lack of ice for ice fishing, covers a news conference with the Minnesota DNR about their updated Invasive Carp Plan.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking with Tackle Terry Tuma today about getting out onto the ice now that there finally is some.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I talk about taking an evening trip on the ice for crappies and walleyes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some things to consider when making that first trip on the ice with the kids. There's also information on how much outdoor recreation impacts Wisconsin's economy along with a fishing tip from Tackle Terry Tuma about choosing the right color for your lure.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since there isn't any ice to go fishing, I talk about some alternatives we may be able to enjoy this time of year. The conversation also talks about things to do once there actually is snow.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tackle Terry Tuma joins me today to talk about what anglers can do ahead of ice fishing season-prepping gear and hitting the books or maps to learn about a new body of water.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look at the numbers from this year's gun deer season in Wisconsin, CWD news, and a few fishing tips thrown in to round out today's program.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, deer hunting traditions and first weekend figures plus how color plays a role in how fish see objects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spending some time today talking about the start of the gun deer season in Wisconsin, spending time with family and friends in the outdoors, and finding panfish during early ice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terry and I talk about what to do to find those late fall walleyes. We also discuss the St. Paul Ice Fishing Show coming up the first weekend in December.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Covering what to use to catch late fall walleyes along with a preview of the upcoming Wisconsin gun deer season.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharing thoughts and ideas for late fall bass fishing, which can be a pretty fun time-less pressure and still hungry fish. A good combination! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's show discusses finding crappies in the fall-where to go and what to use for best success.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A conversation with Tackle Terry Tuma on a number of topics including prepping the gear for winter storage and a look at some of the new items coming on the market for Clam Outdoors for ice fishing season.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Speaking with Keachen Abing about the upcoming La Crosse Adventure Film Festival The festival is at the Rivoli Theater on October 12-13. The link above has more. I also played a portion of a Wisconsin DNR briefing on what hunters can do to help prevent the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease in the state as we approach hunting season.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, I talk about the upcoming hunting season, waterfowl season, and the importance of preparing your electronics for the upcoming ice fishing season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I'm talking about the beginning of the fall fishing season plus we hear from the Wisconsin DNR about the start of the archery/crossbow season for deer in the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tackle Terry Tuma joins me today to talk about strategies and planning for dealing with not only the hot weather we have right now but also looking ahead to the coming fall season.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.