This winter, Lake Erie experienced a dramatic increase in ice coverage, peaking at 95% in early February. This extensive freeze was driven by a combination of frigid temperatures and strong wind patterns that contributed to rapid ice formation. Impact of Ice Coverage on the Region The near-total…

In early February 2025, a father and his two daughters suffered severe burns while ice fishing on Harriman Reservoir in southern Vermont. The incident is believed to have been caused by a sudden release and ignition of methane gas trapped beneath the ice—a rare but potentially dangerous…

As heard on Outdoor Journal Radio ​Anglers in Gimli, Manitoba, have recently observed an increase in walleye displaying wart-like growths on their skin and fins. These growths are caused by two viruses: Dermal Sarcoma and Lymphocystis. While these lesions may appear concerning, experts assure that they are…