Wisconsin Fishing Reports & Outdoor Report for December 6, 2018

[Rick]

Areas of central to norther Wisconsin picked up anywhere from a couple inches to 4 or more inches of snow last weekend. Snow depths now range from an inch or less in southern and central Wisconsin to some areas of the north having 4 to 6 and even more in the far north Lake Superior snowbelt. A few northern state properties have been rolling ski trails but none have been able to groom or set tracks yet. The Wisconsin Department of Tourism launched its Snow Conditions Report (exit DNR) this week. Almost all snowmobile trails in the state remain closed and will until at least December 15 when most trail easements begin. Trail openings depend on snow depths and are determined by individual counties and the snowmobile clubs that maintain trails. Remember, using trails before there are officially opened is trespass. Iron County is the only area that has been able to groom and open a few of their trails.Swamps are slowly freezing and lake ice is getting thicker. Reports range from open water to 6 inches in central and northern Wisconsin. More and more anglers are venturing out onto the ice. As always, check the ice conditions before venturing out. Those who have been fishing have been getting a mixed bag of bass, northern, walleye, and panfish. A Statewide Antlerless Deer season (all weapon types) Is open through this Sunday, December 9 and even archery hunters may only harvest antlerless deer during this hunt. Deer hunters are reporting the deer are not moving much as of lately and when they do move, they are moving just before hunting hours close. All upland hunters (including archers) must follow the blaze orange requirements and anyone enjoying the outdoors this weekend should consider wearing blaze orange or brightly colored clothing.

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