The 2025-2026 general inland fishing season in Wisconsin opens statewide on Saturday, May 3. Anglers aged 16 or older need a fishing license, available online, at sales locations, or DNR centers.

The 2025-26 Wisconsin general inland fishing season opens May 3. And fishing is allowed year-round for many species and in many areas of the state. Department of Natural Resources officials expect ...

The Lake Winnebago sturgeon spearing season is nearing its end as harvest caps are almost met and ice conditions deteriorate.

Among online fishing platform FishingBooker's 2026 list of 10 best ice fishing destinations in the U.S. is one in Wisconsin.

MADISON, Wis. (WFRV) – On Wednesday, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources announced the launch of their ‘Wisconsin Fishing Finder, a new comprehensive online fishing resource for statewide ...

MADISON, Wis. (WSAW) - Monday, State Representative Ron Tusler and Senator Patrick Testin circulated a proposal to create a lifetime fishing license for Wisconsin residents. “This is an opportunity ...

Have you ever wondered where the fish you eat comes from? A century ago, the answer to that question for Wisconsinites was obvious — most of the fish were caught in lakes Michigan and Superior. For ...

It's a tight but cozy fit for Jeremy Barnett as he hits the ice to catch the big one ...