Trilliums are blooming in the shady forest areas. It is a beautiful time in the Northwoods. Insect activity has been minimal but with warmer weather the first mosquito hatch cannot be far away. Walleye and panfish are biting on the Eagle River Chain of Lakes. Shallow, weedy areas are producing crappie and bluegill.
Musky fishing is slow.
Water levels on area streams are about normal for this time of year. After a late start, pastel colors of green are prevalent across the area. Deer look rather shaggy this time of year as they begin to shed last winter's coat. Fawns are being born. Wildflowers are blooming, especially trilliums which can be found on the forest floor virtually everywhere right now.