Mike Schoonveld: A Win-Win Bill for Michigan Anglers
When Michigan revised its fishing regulation from allowing two rods per person to three, many Great Lakes anglers viewed it as a positive change that improved their experience and success on the water.
The debate about when a young person is old enough to hunt big game continues, with opinions differing among experts and outdoor enthusiasts.
In related news, Aaron Malueg Thiex, 29, from Howards Grove, pleaded no contest to 83 violations cited by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
On October 29, the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Atlantic Striped Bass Management Board convened to complete Addendum III, a set of measures aimed at managing striped bass populations along the Atlantic coast.
“When the two-rods-per-person rule was amended to three-rods-per-person, most Great Lakes anglers thought they’d scored a win.”
Author’s Summary
The article outlines updates to angling regulations, ongoing youth hunting debates, and fishery management actions, underscoring how rule changes can shape outdoor recreation across the Great Lakes and Atlantic regions.