by Sandy Boeckh | Apr 20, 2014 | Environment, Invasive Species, Phragmites
Invasive Phragmites Invasive Phragmites also known as the European Common Reed is an invasive plant that is begining to invade the Great Lakes Region. It is a large aggressive reed which is invading our wetlands and it is capable of outcompeting native species for...
by David Anderson | Mar 29, 2014 | Environment, Forest & Wildlife, Gypsy Moth, Invasive Species
The Township of the Archipelago has produced a report outlining the results for the Gypsy moth pheromone traps. “Average trap catches in 2013 were 328 moths per trap, while, in 2014, average trap catches were 229 moths per trap. Pointe au Baril Islands...
by Dan Stuckey | Jan 27, 2014 | Fish & Fish Biology
In doing the research for the annual report last year I was surprised to learn that it is better to eat the smaller/younger fish than eat the monsters. The smaller fish will contain less mercury than the larger fish. In addition, the larger-spawning age fish will have...
by Dan Stuckey | Jan 27, 2014 | Fish & Fish Biology
The Umbrella rig, also known as an Alabama rig, has garnered considerable attention since a U.S. professional bass angler used it to win a large bass tournament in Alabama in October 2011. The subsequent publicity has made it one of the most sought-after pieces...
by Jan Stuckey | Jan 27, 2014 | Fish & Fish Biology
Fisherman/Fisherwomen are great advocates for preserving our natural resources. Here are some helpful facts when you get into one of those discussions with someone that just likes the facts on why we need to spend time and money to keep our fishing experience strong....
by Sandy Boeckh | Jan 20, 2014 | Asian Carp, Environment, Invasive Species
Asian Carp are knocking on the door of the Great Lakes and the gatekeepers lack the urgency to do anything about it. The Canadian and Ontario governments have done a reasonable job closing the door to the importing of live Asian Carp for ornamental and culinary...
