The 2024 winter wolf population survey estimate from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources found a minimum of 762 wolves in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. This year’s estimate showed an increase of 131 animals compared to the 2022 estimate of 631; however, the results demonstrate a continued trend of statistical stability in Michigan’s wolf population.
Diamond Lake continued to fish tough for bass tournament groups as the Southwest Michigan Anglers Club (SMAC) discovered Saturday.
When walleye are finicky and you need to put a jig right in front of their hungry mouths, turn to the new VMC® Hover Jig.
by Daniel Quade
(Provided by PRADCO Tackle)
Complex presentations get plenty of press these days, but few walleye tactics are as deadlyor as easy to fishas the simple slip-bobber rig. With a well-balanced float, you can efficiently and precisely suspend mouthwatering live bait in front of hungry eyes. Plus, you know exactly when a fish has inhaled your bait.
Veteran guide Mike Christensen is a big-time believer.
From his home base out of historic Hunter Winfields Resort on the scenic south shores of Minnesotas mighty Mille Lacs Lake, the jovial yet dead-serious walleye hunter launches literally hundreds of missions onto the fabled fishery with one goal in mind: connect clients with the big lakes walleye bounty.
His success rate is epic, and one of his favorite presentations throughout much of the season is, you guessed it, a slip-float rig.
Abby Wetherell, 12, was injured Thursday by an attack by a black bear in Wexford County, north of Cadillac. Abby was airlifted to Munson Medical Center where she underwent surgery and is in stable condition and under observation. She suffered deep lacerations in her thigh.
Conservation Officers Sam Koscinski and Holly Pennoni from the DNR were quickly on scene following the attack, which occurred shortly after 9 p.m. in Haring Township. Abby, who lives in Haring Township, was returning from a cabin down a two-track road when she caught sight of a bear. She began to run in hopes of reaching nearby homes. The bear attacked and clawed her. Abby was able to get to her feet and ran again. The bear caught up with her and attacked a second time. She shouted for help and a neighbor heard her and ran to her aid calling her name. This startled the bear and the bear ran off.
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