Summer fishing is cherished as an important seasonal hobby by both the young and old. When you get down to it, it’s more than just recreation, it’s practically a right of passage. The culture that surrounds fishing is as deep as the depths that have ever been plumbed by hook, line, and sinker.
Happily, the Madison area is blessed by a chain of lakes and waterways that beckon to beginners and advanced fishers alike. You may have already seen boaters and shore fishers setting up shop, so to speak, with their tackle boxes, fishing poles, and sky-high hopes for the perfect catch!
If you’re just starting out, this blog post by Gary Engberg entitled Spring Shore Fishing on Madison’s Chain of Lakes will give you a pretty good idea of how and where to bait the best bite around Madison.
News: The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources grants license-free fishing on all Wisconsin waterways the weekend of June 1st & 2nd! For details and related events see Free Fishing Weekend.
A spring of fishing is bound to lead into a summer of even more fishing. Make sure you get out there with your friends and family and enjoy it! If you’re a father of youngsters, the Aldo Leopold Nature Center offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy father’s day with the kids through Family Fishing Fun Weekend in celebration of Father’s Day (June 15th & 16th). Catch the details on our Facebook page!
