Those of us who care about the Upper Miss are invited to show our support for our agencies and organizations that protect the river. Please try to attend. Thanks Sustain our River will host a … Continue reading
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On behalf of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, City of La Crosse Parks, Recreation, & Forestry, and the Friends of the Upper Mississippi, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your participation in this year’s Youth Outdoor Fest. Your … Continue reading
We had an amazing turn out at our Kids Fishing Day! Over 350 people and over 50 staff and volunteers. I couldn’t do it without YOUR time and support!!! Thank you for your patience and willingness to the … Continue reading
The annual Kids Ice Fishing Day at Genoa National Fish Hatchery on February 1, 2025 was an incredible success, bringing together over 500 attendees, including enthusiastic staff and dedicated volunteers! Hosted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s three … Continue reading
We had over 200 volunteers this last year helping with sorting minnows, tagging Lake Sturgeon, supporting with outreach and fishing events. We couldn’t do it without your dedication and support! Thank you! We truly appreciate all of your hard … Continue reading
The annual Kids Ice Fishing Day at Genoa National Fish Hatchery on February 1, 2025 was an incredible success, bringing together over 500 attendees, including enthusiastic staff and dedicated volunteers! Hosted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s three La … Continue reading
*Please call Erica (608)689-2605 #127 or email erica_rasmussen@fws.gov for setting up a date and time to volunteer. Thank you! ? Sorting fathead minnows (Mid-March)? Tagging Lake Sturgeon (August/September)? Pond Harvest (October)? Kids Ice Fishing Day (2/1/25) & Kids Fishing Day … Continue reading
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) annually stocks more than a million brook trout of different life stages across the country. In the Midwest region, Iron River National Fish Hatchery maintains a captive line of Isle Royale strain coaster … Continue reading