It is recognized as one of the world's best alvar regions, a unique landscape that is rare in the world. The area is best enjoyed with binoculars and camera, and vehicles are prohibited. It starts with the ice fishing and spring perch run. At ice-out, panfishermen get in their boats and follow the schools of these jumbo perch. After that, it all heats up.
Anglers can tangle with big pike, bass, and walleye.
Add cisco, salmon, rock bass, and sunfish, and you've got the picture. Come October, there's another perch run. And let's not forget the trout fishing within easy driving on the mainland, too. For a complete list of legal fishing seasons, check the Department of Natural Resources regulations. It would be a sin not to mention the fine hunting on the island in the fall.