Unexpected Announcement: just now lake Winnebago sturgeon announce an amazing news….
He Lake Winnebago sturgeon spearing season has commenced with remarkable success, highlighted by the capture of a record-breaking 180.5-pound, 79.3-inch sturgeon—the fourth-largest ever recorded in the Winnebago system. wtmj.com]
On February 8, 2025, spearer Hayley Herzig achieveis extraordinary feat, underscoring the health and vitality of the lake’s sturgeon population. This event has garnered sifant attention, reflecting the community’s deep connection to sturgeon spearing traditions.
Over the opening weekend, spearers harvested a total of 290 sturgeonoss the Winnebago system, comprising 35 juvenile females, 78 adult females, and 90 males. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reported that 3,340hanties were counteoLake Winnebago, with the majority situated near the Oshkosh area.
The DNR has set harvest caps for the se to ensure sustainable sturgeon populations. As of February 9, 2025, the harvests included 74 lake sturgeon on ke Winnebago, with les, 30 adult females, and 14 juvenile females. The Upriver Lakes reported 47 sturgeon harvested, comprising 32 males, 4 a females, and 11 juvenile females.
The sturgeon spearing season is scheduled to continue until February 23, 2025, unless the harvest caps are reached earlier. The DNR advises spearers to stay informed about harvest totals and to adhere to safety guidelines, as no ice is 100%afe
This season’s successful harvests and the capture of record-breaking sturgeon highlight the ongoing efforts to preserve and celebrate the sturgeon population in Lake Winnebago, ensuring that this cherished tradition endures for future generations.
