Wisconsin Fishermen Offered $100 Bounty for Tagged Walleye Catches
Fishermen rush to target common species as $100 bounty tacked on catches – and all you have to do is take a picture

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Fishermen in Green Bay, Wisconsin, can earn a $100 reward for catching tagged walleye as part of a study by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and Walleyes for Tomorrow. Anglers must report their catches and provide photographic proof for red-tagged fish to claim the bounty.
- 01The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is conducting a walleye reward study in Green Bay.
- 02Up to 5,000 walleye will be tagged with yellow tags and 400 with red reward tags.
- 03Only fish with red tags will earn anglers a $100 reward upon reporting and verification.
- 04Anglers must provide details such as tag number, species, and catch location for all tagged fish.
- 05Catch data will help improve understanding of the walleye fishery in the area.
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Fishermen in the Green Bay area of Wisconsin have a unique chance to earn cash rewards by participating in a study focused on the local walleye fishery. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), in collaboration with Walleyes for Tomorrow, is tagging up to 5,000 walleye with yellow tags and 400 with red reward tags. Anglers who catch these fish are encouraged to report their findings, with only those catching red-tagged fish eligible for a $100 bounty. To claim the reward, anglers must provide proof of their catch: if the fish is kept, they can present the tag to the DNR; if released, they must submit two photos—one of the tag and another of themselves holding the fish. Additionally, those catching yellow-tagged fish will receive historical tracking data about the fish, including its tagging details. This initiative aims to gather data on the walleye population and improve management of the fishery in these waters.
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This initiative encourages local fishing and promotes sustainable practices while providing financial incentives for anglers.
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