PART 2 of my time with the Wisconsin DNR Fish Hatcheries Unit in Marinette, WI. They invited me to document how they help the walleye population thrive in our local lakes and rivers. I learned a LOT! 😃👍 #walleye #marinette #wisconsin #departmentofnaturalresources #fish #thrive #milt #eggs #menomineeriver #education #sunnyday #outdoors #greenbay #lakemichigan #walleyefishing #knowledge | Ed the Diver

The numbers are in! And over SIX MILLION fish have been stocked in both Great Lakes and inland waterbodies across Wisconsin in 2022. Wondering how the DNR decides which waters should be stocked? Fisheries crews routinely assess fish populations across the state and use the data gathered to determine which of those waterbodies would benefit from stocking. Stocking is a great way to boost natural fish populations, maintain or restore existing fisheries, evaluate management actions and techniques,