Milwaukee Chapter of Muskies, Inc
Youth | Fisheries | Research
Muskies Inc… Who We Are and What We Do
Youth
Work with the youth to provide new experiences and usher in a new generation of conservationists.
Fisheries
The lakes in the Milwaukee area that Milwaukee Muskies Inc. works with.
Research
Scientific research to help drive stocking efforts for the local fisheries.
Lac LaBelle Musky Telemetry Study Update
On April 26, 2022 Ben Huessner of the Wisconsin DNR was able to oversee a program regarding muskellunge migration within the Oconomowoc River system.
- 12 muskies were implanted with transmitters.
- 6 muskies were released below the Okauchee Dam and into Oconomowoc lake.
- 6 muskies were released above the Dam and into Okauchee Lake.
The goal of the program is to see how muskies move throughout the entire system. This is a five year project and we look forward to studying the data. As a byproduct of this program, the Lac Labelle management district is going to work on putting in a physical barrier that will keep the fish in the lake and not allow them easy access to the outflowing river. As we receive updates on this program, we will share them with everyone. Many thanks need to go out to Ben Huessner and the Wisconsin DNR for undergoing this study which will impact our musky fishing waters.
Pewaukee Classic 2022
PEWAUKEE CLASSIC REGISTRATION
Now that the ice has left the area lakes, it is time to get down to business. Musky business!
The 37th Annual Pewaukee Classic will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022.
The registration fee is $50 per participant (if registered prior to 5/1). The fee is for fishing as well as a banquet dinner at Sussex Bowl afterwards, and we usually have a door prize or two for fishing the event.
As usual, we will have three tables full of prizes for those who wish to purchase raffle tickets at the event. This is our primary fundraiser for the year, and proceeds go to Veterans Fishing Events, Kid’s Fishing Events, Seminar Speakers and Fish Stocking.
This year we are going to try to give you the option of registering and paying via a direct link to Milwaukee Muskies Inc. The link is below.
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LNEDVQ8R42FKN
Of course, you can still register via the brochure and mail. If you have no received a brochure, please let me know and I can email you one.
Leech Lake Strain Stocking and Research Donations!
Donations made to Muskies Inc via this account will be devoted solely to stocking the Leech Lake strain of muskies into Pewaukee Lake. It is our goal to stock these muskies into Pewaukee and study them for the coming years. Stocking will occur for a minimum of the next 5 years.
The cost per fish is approximately $18.
Milwaukee Muskies Inc is a 501c3 organization. Please consult with your tax advisor about possible tax advantages concerning your donation to our organization.
The link below will take you directly to PayPal where you can pay via your PayPal account or directly via a credit or debit card.
Should you wish to donate money directly to the club via a check, please make you check out to Milwaukee Chapter of Muskies Inc.
Please use the address below to mail in your donation.
Milwaukee Muskies, Inc.
PO Box 22
Pewaukee, WI, 53072-0022
Other BIG Annoucements!
The DNR will be running a warm water study on muskies. They are planning on transferring 5, 30-35 inch fish, from Pewaukee Lake to a facility to be studied regarding catch and release mortality rates. This may have future management implications for waters that lack thermal refuge or reach high surface temperatures.