Fishing on the Mississippi River remains slow, with a few walleyes and sauger being taken below the dams. Anglers are reminded that the game fish season is closed on inland waters. Turkeys are starting to display. Iowa County - Panfish are biting in Twin Valley Lake in Governor Dodge State Park. Action on all other lakes is slow.
Turkeys continue to be seen in flocks.
Wildlife viewing opportunities have diminished due to the lack of snow cover. Ice conditions on area lakes are deteriorating rapidly, and anyone venturing on to the ice is advised to use extreme caution. Lafayette County - Crappies and bluegills are biting in Yellowstone Lake, but the ice is starting to break up along the shoreline. People should use extreme caution when on the ice. Other fishing is slow throughout the county.