Cold temperatures have allowed the Friends of Lapham Peak to begin making snow for the man-made snow cross-country ski loop.
Photo credit: John McCarthy, Friends of Lapham Peak
Outdoor Report is your weekly snapshot for all things outdoors from across the state. Here is a brief look at what Wisconsin has in store for you this week.
The recent cold snap had many lakes and secluded bays beginning to freeze over unseasonably early, yet ice conditions are inconsistent. It may be one of the earliest years ice anglers have headed out. Anglers who do venture out should let someone know their plan, wear a life jacket and carry ice picks. Better yet, wait a little while for more ice.
Farmers are struggling to get crops off the fields due to wet and snowy weather, which may throw a wrench in gun hunters’ plans later this month. Cold weather pushed quite a few geese down, and field hunters are having success.
Traveling flocks of arctic snow buntings are a sure sign of what’s coming. The peak of the tundra swan migration is taking place on the Mississippi River, where thousands were seen near Stoddard
The cold has allowed snowmaking operations to start at Lapham Peak. Crews at Kettle Moraine Southern Unit have rolled the McMiller trail to create a base after the forest received 4 inches this week, but skiing is not advised. And remember hunting begins this week at many state park system properties, so anyone venturing out should wear blaze orange or other brightly colored clothing.