Bow hunters report that deer activity is increasing as the rut begins. Walleyes are responding to jigs and minnow baits. A few nice muskies have been taken. The bigger muskies are being caught on sucker baits. Motorists are advised to be alert for deer along roadsides.
Deer are now on the move with bucks becoming more active.
A scattering of northern ducks is showing up. Locally reared waterfowl have migrated out of the area. Vehicle access to the woods is still good, even with recent precipitation. Hunters are noticing that the acorn crop is pretty well eaten or carried away by wildlife. Hunters are beginning to do their preseason scouting to find key spots to hunt during the deer season later this month.