Targeting Big Fish
By Jeff Gardner Originally published in the Release Journal March/April 2010 Browsing across the various web forums or flipping through the pages of magazines, one might be led to conclude that trophy muskies are only accessible to those willing to pound it out in frigid, windy November and December conditions. The fact of the matter […]
Distribution and Management of Muskellunge in North America: An Overview
Kerr, S. J. 2011. Distribution and management of muskellunge in North America: An overview. Fisheries Policy Section, Biodiversity Branch. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Peterborough, Ontario. 22 p. + appendices. Click here to view summaries from all archived OMNR publications. Introduction This report has been prepared to document current muskellunge (Esox masquinongy) distribution in North […]
Trophy-Sized Muskellunge Angled from Ontario Waters, 1917-2010
Kerr, S. J., A. Kirkpatrick, and T. J. Haxton. 2011. Characteristics of Trophy-Sized Muskellunge (Esox masquinongy) Angled from Ontario Waters, 1917-2010. Fisheries Policy Section, Biodiversity Branch. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Peterborough, Ontario. 7 p. + appendices. Click here to view summaries from all archived OMNR publications. Executive Summary An effort was made to compile […]
Muskellunge of the Ottawa River
Kerr, S. J. 2010. Muskellunge of the Ottawa River. Biodiversity Branch. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Peterborough, Ontario. 21 p. + appendices Ecology of Ottawa River Muskellunge Muskellunge Habitat Generally, the habitat preferences of muskellunge may be described as heavily vegetated lakes; stumpy, weedy bays; and slow-flowing river systems (see Appendix 1). They have the […]
Guidelines for Competitive Fishing Events for Muskellunge in Ontario
August 2007. Guidelines for Competitive Fishing Events for Muskellunge in Ontario. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Peterborough, Ontario. Click here to view summaries from all archived OMNR publications. Introduction Competitive fishing is a growing industry in Ontario (Kerr and Kamke 2003, Kerr 2004). Bass (Micropterus spp.) are the most commonly targeted species at these events. […]
Catch and Release Angling: A Review with Guidelines for Proper Fish Handling Practices
Casselman, S. J. 2005. Catch-and-release angling: a review with guidelines for proper fish handling practices. Fish & Wildlife Branch. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Peterborough, Ontario. 26 p. Click here to view summaries from all archived OMNR publications. Executive Summary The use of catch-and-release practices by anglers is increasing. This increase is a result of […]
OMNR – Characteristics of Ontario Muskellunge Fisheries Based on Volunteer Angler Diary Information_2004
Kerr, S. J. 2004. Characteristics of Ontario muskellunge fisheries based on volunteer angler diary information. Fish and Wildlife Branch. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Peterborough, Ontario. 19 p. + appendices. Click here to view summaries from all archived OMNR publications. Abstract This report consolidates volunteer angler diary information, collected from a variety of sources over […]
Hugh C. Becker Muskellunge Symposium – Final Schedule and Abstracts
50 Years of Cooperation – Anglers, Science and Management March 13-15, Minnetonka, MN Sponsored by MUSKIES, INC. and the Esocid Technical Committee, North Central Division – AFS Registration is now open. The schedule and abstracts for the 2016 Hugh C. Becker Muskie Symposium have been finalized. Click here to view/download the schedule and abstracts.
Effective Release Techniques for Muskellunge – 1999
Click here to view summaries from all archived OMNR publications. 1999. Effective Release Techniques for Muskellunge – 1999. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. Peterborough, Ontario. The muskellunge (Esox masquinongy) or muskie as it is commonly known, is a fast growing predator and highly prized torophy fish. The muskie is closely related to the northern pike […]
Brewer Park Project Wins Prestigious National Conservation Award
OTTAWA, ON, Thursday, February 18, 2016 — Brewer Park Pond Restoration Project has received the Top Canadian Fishing Industry Conservation Project Award for 2015. This award, presented at the Spring Fishing and Boat Show at the International Centre in Mississauga, ON is determined by a vote of the members of the Canadian Angling Hall of […]