This is the first time weve seen harvest this slow since 2019 when we had a few days with only 10 fish harvested. As we approach the weekend, we wish all the spearers luck. At around 8:30 A.M., I had a fish come through, but it stayed to the outside of the hole, he recalled. This was the first year since 2020 that registration stations were back to supper clubs and other businesses, after the COVID-19 pandemic caused a shift to drive-thru stations. Photos of cutting in, shanty life, spearers with their catch or any other part of the spearing tradition are encouraged. People took a lot more precautions from going out, not going out, Mark Swanson said. There are enough resources for the fish to grow to over 100 lbs. Overharvesting was a main problem that affected the Lake Winnebago system sturgeon population in the past, which is why each spearing season since 1999 has hadpre-set harvest caps based on estimated population on top of the 16-day season limit. In 1953, sturgeon enthusiasts were quick to find previous catches that had already broken Schroeder'srecord, citing Arthur Haferman and Michael Goyke's 187.5-pound catch on a set-line in Oshkosh from 1913 and Glen Marsh's 211-pound sturgeon from 1911 in Northwest Wisconsin, caught by a pike pole spear. Click here to view the full Day 12 Harvest Report. 1969 and 1973 are tied for smallest harvest years, yielding eight sturgeon each. This makes 5 sturgeon over 100 pounds registered at the Oshkosh registration station for the season. Sturgeon spearing in Wisconsin is a sport rich in tradition. On opening weekend, only about 3,000 ice shanties were counted. Winnebago and the Upriver Lakes remain slow. The first modern sturgeon spearing season kicked off back in 1932, and the tradition has remained strong ever since. On Valentine's Day, a Wisconsin ice fisherman named James Gishkowsky speared a massive sturgeon through an ice hole on Lake Winnebago. According to the Wisconsin Department of Natural . Articles may contain affiliate links which enable us to share in the revenue of any purchases made. If youve visited a registration station, you may have seen big sturgeon with flat, or even bowl-shaped bellies. Contact Daphne Lemke at 920-907-7968 or dlemke@gannett.com. The latest water clarity report is available for review:Lake Winnebago Water Clarity Report, 2023. Spearers who wish to participate in Lake Winnebago must purchase a license for Lake Winnebago before the Oct. 31 deadline. The first modern sturgeon fishery took place in 1932. The staff managed to recapture one sturgeon from 2004 in 2012, and though the fish aren't weighed in the spring, its pre-spawn weight was estimated to grow to240 pounds. Sturgeon spearing season has begun, but the . We are halfway through the season. Unlike Lake Sturgeon, these species have to contend with large predators such as sharks even after they grow too big sizes. At the start of the new millennium, at about 60 years old and roughly 74 inches long, she started to feel vibrations from the music playing around the lake after the convenience of the iPod was invented by Apple in 2001. fish harvested today. Mild weather adds to celebrations on opening day of sturgeon spearing season, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. There is a big difference, Don Herman of Sunk? Guide to Wisconsin Spearing, Netting, and BaitHarvest Regulations2020-2021 Effective April 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021 Includes regulations on: Rough Fish Spearing Dipnetting Rough Fish Bowfishing and Underwater Spear Fishing Harvesting Turtles, Frogs, Crayfish and Minnows Catfish Bow and Hand Fishing This weekend, many spearers were seen pulling their shacks on both Lake Winnebago and the Upriver lakes before the forecasted warm weather and rain set for tomorrow. A minimum of 8 points were necessary to be drawn for a tag. This years harvest caps have been set at: If harvest caps are met early, a closure notice will be posted to the DNRsWinnebago System sturgeon spearing webpage. In the Upriver Lakes, the largest harvest was in 2000, and saw2,169 sturgeon speared. Fish and Wildlife Service have positively impacted lake sturgeon recovery efforts across North America. Congratulations to all successful spearers. If you plan on registering your fish there, please head to the next closest registration station. Some fish are mounted as well. So I got on the phone with Sean Wendts. She even lived long enough to see the first commercial space flight in 2004. Sturgeon spearing 2021 second weekend brings in 256 catches; Upriver Lakes season closes with record harvest, Fog, flurries bless frigid opening day of 2021 sturgeon spearing season on Lake Winnebago, Upriver Lakes, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Lake Winnebago has the. Even though it was a slower day, it was still full of big fish. Korey Krupp speared the largest sturgeon from Lake Winnebago with a 135.5-pound, 76.1-inch female. Ninety-three fish were harvested from Lake Winnebago (11 juvenile females, 49 adult females, and 33 males). While we get excited about seeing the big fish come in, it is also good to see smaller fish as well. Last year, the Ziemer family tradition continued when Wyatt (center) harvested this 107.9 lbs, 73.8 inch long lake sturgeon. According to the WDNR, Winnebago is home to one of North Americas largest lake sturgeon populations, and its one of the few places in the world with a wintertime spearfishing season for sturgeon. I think it supersedes deer hunting, Averkamp said. This winter event is rich in tradition, and 2021 will be another year for spearers to uphold or create new traditions in pursuit of the fish of a lifetime.. Rebecca and Korey weren't the only ones with stories to tell. Click here to view the full Day 8 Harvest Report. Today he harvested 80.8 lbs. and measuring 80.5 inches long. The 2023 sturgeon spearing season has begun. Upriver, there are still 3 adult females left until the 90% trigger is activated or 11 more adult females until the 100% cap is reached. Despite conditions, some spearers struck gold. There were no 100 lb. There were 21 fish harvested over 100 lbs., with 16 from Lake Winnebago and 5 from the Upriver Lakes. There were plenty of big fish to see this season, with 46 fish over 100 pounds for the season (9 fish from the Upriver Lakes and 37 fish from Lake Winnebago). Call 1-888-936-7463 (TTY Access via relay - 711) from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. With one of the largest lake sturgeon populations in North America, the Winnebago System supports an annual spearing season that will run for a maximum of 16 days (Feb. 26) or until any of the predetermined harvest caps have been met. This was the last day to spear on the Upriver Lakes. The social and traditional aspects of the sport keep most people coming back year after year. Female stages are V, 1, 2, 4 or 6, while male stages include V, 1 or 2. Check with local fishing clubs and conservation groups for local ice condition information as the DNR does not monitor ice conditions. The equipment needed to participate in sturgeon spearing is relatively specialized. The current annual season tradition began in 2007 and addedthelottery fishery to preservation efforts, and since then, the shortest season was reported in 2012 at only two days. The tradition draws thousands of participants and spectators out. From these movement data, we can answer questions about seasonal migrations, river residency and spawning habits. Congrats Samuel! Their logo will be applied to the shanty they have sponsored. The Pipe registration station continues to see the highest harvest of the season, with a daily total of 59 fish. at the Poygan registration station. All license holders must be a minimum of 12 years old. This season was one for the books, with a variety of weather patterns packed into a short 16 days: warm weather, rain and a winter storm. I took the fish to a local taxidermist, he said. There was one 100-pound fish harvested today. Prosecutors have charged Ryan Koenigs, a top sturgeon expert at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), with obstructing an investigation after he alleged that his workers were. Spearers can be in a shanty after hours, but they cannot be in one with a spear after hours. Photos of spearers with their catch, cutting in, shanty life, scenic views observed during the season or any other captivating spearing traditions are encouraged. Youth who turn 12 years of age between Nov. 1 and the last day of the spearing season can purchase a spearing license after the deadline. The small Village of Stockbridge, Wisconsin has trademarked the name Sturgeon Center of the World and it certainly seemed like it on Februaru 11, opening day of Wisconsins 2017 Lake Winnebago system sturgeon spearing season. During her first few years, she grew and thrived while World War II was waging in Europe. Saturday's largest catch was Rebecca Van Handel's 143.2-pound female from the Upriver Lakes that measured 75.6 inches and was registered at the Poygan station. Likewise, any sturgeon harvested from lakes Poygan, Butte des Morts or Winneconne must be registered at one of the Upriver Lakes registration stations. This funding is the lifeblood of our management program. Today, 29 fish were harvested on Lake Winnebago with 3 juvenile females, 15 adult females and 11 males. A person who spears a sturgeon must accompany the fish to a DNR-operated sturgeon registration station by 2 p.m. on the day it was speared. Updated: Feb 27, 2022 / 10:42 AM CST. The deadline to apply for an Upriver Lakes sturgeon spearing permit was Aug. 1, 2020. Join F&S+ to read exclusive stories by your favorite writers. Tags Sturgeon Sturgeon Spearing Sturgeon Spearing Season Lake Winnebago Its right on the border of 12 inches, 13 inches. Both resident and nonresident licenses can be purchased through the GoWild system or at any license sales location. This years Upriver season lasted 8 days compared to 4 in 2022. Note: As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the DNR urges spearers and spectators to practice social distancing and to wear a mask when social distancing is not possible. Another one came from Charles Jet, who seems to know what he's doing when it comes to spearing. On Lake Winnebago, 211 fish were registered (31 juvenile females, 83 adult females and 97 males). The largest fish from the Upriver lakes was a 162.6 lbs., 76.1-inch female from Lake Poygan. In 2008, cities surrounding Lake Winnebago were hit with a large storm, causing major flooding and extensive damage to many homes around Lake Winnebago. On Valentines Day, a Wisconsin ice fisherman named James Gishkowsky speared a massive sturgeon through an ice hole on Lake Winnebago. They also have registered the most fish over 100 pounds. The DNRs involvement in lake sturgeon rehabilitation programs and partnerships with the Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin and the U.S. This year's season came to an end for the Upriver Lakes on Saturday, yielding the largest harvest since 2007 with 364 sturgeon. The Indian Point registration station led the way for the Upriver Lakes, with 73 fish registered. Tomorrow, the Neenah registration station will be closed. What you need to know about tagging your sturgeon[PDF]. While only 5 fish harvested today were over 100 pounds, Samuel OConnell speared a gigantic 162.6 lbs., 76.1 inches, F4 female on Lake Poygan. More:Mild weather adds to celebrations on opening day of sturgeon spearing season. By the end of World War II in 1945, she grew to be an estimated 31 inches. 7.2K views 1 year ago On this weeks semi live we join Aaron Skrzypczak on Lake Winnebago in Wisconsin as him and his whole group try and spear the elusive lake sturgeon. Both require a spearing license to participate. You could see a line of trailers along Merritt Avenue in Oshkosh that people used to get their four-wheelers out onto the ice. The 2023seasonruns a maximum of 16 days or until the pre-determined harvest caps are met. Only two years lasted the full sixteen days2017 and 2020 both due to ice conditions and water clarity. In 2019, the Wisconsin Conservation Congress (WCC) and Sturgeon Advisory Committee voted to move forward with banning technology, and the DNR began working on a scope statement. On Lake Winnebago, 21 fish were harvested with three juvenile females, nine adult females and nine males. ATTENTION STURGEON SPEARERS: The sturgeon spearing season on the Upriver Lakes is now closed and Upriver Lakes spearers with unfilled tags can no longer harvest a sturgeon. 2004 also nearly heldthe record for largest harvest within the caps, at 1,854 sturgeon, but 2015 beat it out with 1,870. The 2023 sturgeon spearing season will open on Feb. 11 at 7 a.m. Spearers can fish from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. each day the fishery is open and is required to register their fish at a DNR-operated registration station by 2 p.m. of the same day the fish is harvested. | If the spearhead is removed, it must be placed outside the shanty when occupied. Of these fish, 1,169 sturgeon were harvested from Lake Winnebago, resulting in a success rate of 9.6%, making it the second-highest success rate in seven years. As sturgeon grow to larger sizes, such as the 100-pound fish we see during the spearing season, they do not need protection from these scutes. Once again, congratulations to all our successful spearers. Congrats to everyone who successfully speared a fish. The DNR has received reports of off-highway vehicles and ice fishing shacks going through the ice. LAKE WINNEBAGO, Wis. (WBAY) - Sturgeon spearing season is officially here! An unlicensed person or person, who has already filled their tag, cannot be inside a shanty alone with a spear. Track the rest of the season online here. The Otter Street Fishing Club didnt put out their vehicle bridges this year. Following the drawing, there is no deadline for those who are successful to purchase a license on the Upriver Lakes. Spearer after . The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) would like to remind interested spearers that they have until Oct. 31, 2020 to purchase a license for the 2021 Lake Winnebago sturgeon spearing season. There is no residency requirement for participating in the sturgeon spearing season, but license holders are predominantly Wisconsin residents residing within 60 miles of the Winnebago system. There were 169 lake sturgeon harvested Upriver (20 juvenile females, 46 adult females and 103 males) and 353 harvested on Lake Winnebago (35 juvenile females, 171 adult females and 147 males). The tag does not need to be attached to the sturgeon unless the license holder leaves the fish. Joe Sheilds speared a 125.6 lbs., 73.4 inches, F4 female. With so many big fish registered this year, many might have noticed that these larger individuals look slightly different from younger Lake Sturgeon in the population. This is the 7th largest fish ever speared from the Winnebago system! When fish get to this size, they tend to slow their growth rate. This years registration stations have returned to their pre-pandemic locations. We will continue to post updates on what stations are open or closed. Dive and Ice Service said. With the warm temperatures, today was again a slow day for spearing on the Winnebago system. As the snow passes and the sun comes out, spearers are starting to take to the ice again. -Many of our spearers who stuck it out today were rewarded with their first speared fish, including 12-year-old Trent Rotering successfully spearing a 59.9 lbs., F1 female on the east side of Lake Winnebago and Larry Gordon spearing his first sturgeon on the west side of the lake. I mean, you can pull up to anyones shack and theyre going to congratulate you. The biggest fish on the Upriver Lakes weighed in at 143.2 lbs. Only 7 fish were harvested, with 0 juvenile females, 3 adult females and 4 males. This fish was speared by Kenneth Rach. Updated: Feb 20, 2022 / 12:48 PM CST. Wisconsin DNR Gerald Peterson's 154.9-pound, 83.4-inch female sturgeon speared on the third day of the 2017 season was about five inchers longer but only two-tenths of a pound heavier than Schumacher's opening day trophy. A saw is needed to open a hole in the ice, although this service can typically be obtained at a cost. Whatever is placed in the water must be removed or retrieved when requested. If you do choose to go out, please review our ice safety tips. They are full of an additional 20-30 pounds of eggs. This is it; today wrapped up the 2023 sturgeon spearing season! The water body has one of North America's largest lake sturgeon populations.
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