Sunday, April 18, 2010

Procreating Fish

You read that right, we went to watch fish spawn. What a fun family activity! : )

Here's the deal, Wisconsin is home to the largest population of reproducing Lake Sturgeon. These fish are giant and you can get a great glimpse of them when they beach themselves on the rocks to spawn. Despite the 30 mph winds and cooler temps there was a nice crowd and plenty of fish. It was worth the drive to Bamboo Bend (Shiocton)!

Web photo of a typical Lake Sturgeon

Sturgeon spawning at Bamboo Bend

Mom and Jackson trying not to be blown away

Dad and Jackson getting a close look at the fish

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