This week, Outdoors Radio features USGS fishery research biologist Dr. Peter Esselman, Bighorn Store proprietor Joe Stuchlak, and pro angler Duffy Kopf. Jeff reports on the Masters Walleye Circuit tournament at Cass Lake, Minn. Dan reports on trout fishing on Lake Taneycomo and the Association of Great Lakes Outdoor Writers annual conference at Branson, Missouri. (https://www.explorebranson.com/)

Dr. Peter Esselman, research fishery biologist with the U.S. Geological Survey Great Lakes Science Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, describes his research using Saildrones and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) to evaluate the accuracy of estimates of baitfish abundance in the Great Lakes. (https://www.usgs.gov/centers/great-lakes-science-center/science/headquarters-ann-arbor-mi, https://www.saildrone.com/)

Joe Stuchlak, proprietor of the Bighorn Store in Arkdale, Wisconsin, reports on fishing action on the Wisconsin River and Castle Rock and Petenwell flowages. (https://www.facebook.com/thebighornstorez/, https://www.castlerock-petenwell.com/)

In the Madison Outdoors Report, fishing pro Duffy Kopf reports fishing action is picking up for all species on the Madison Chain and invites listeners to sign up for the Capital City Chapter of Muskies,Inc. Fall Muskie Tournament. (http://pappastradingpost.com/, https://www.facebook.com/CapCityMuskies)

Hi Mountain Seasoning Summer Sausage Variety Kit giveaway winner announced. (https://himtnjerky.com/)

Contact: Dan Small 414-588-4082