Lake-Link Angler's Library

The Angler's Library is collection of educational information for the angler. From tips to educational articles to weather, the Library will help keep you on top of your game or prepare you for your next trip.

Article Archive
Lake-Link Members have access to a wealth of angling info in the Article Archive.

Boating Info

Canadian Destinations
Looking to head to the great North? Lake-Link has some great recommendations on where to go. Check out our Canadian Destinations section.

Invasive Aquatic Species
As Americans, we love to spend time on the water. Protecting these resources is an important part of our overall enjoyment.

Fish Identification
Get to know your fish! Learn about the habits and identification of many freshwater fish.

BROWN TROUT (Salmo Trutta)
One of the most adaptable members of the Salmonidae family, the brown trout was the first species of trout described by Linnaeus, the father of modern taxonomy, in his 1758 book The System of Nature. It was the foremost species of interest to Izaak Walton in The Compleat Angler. And it has been the (more)

Moon Charts
Although it can't be thoroughly explained by science, the phase of the moon does have an effect on the habbits of animals. Use Moon phases and fishing solunar tables as another tool in your fishing arsenal to help you be more successful on the water.

Lake-Link's Outdoor Calendar

Saturday February 4 - Sunday February 5
SandBar Sports Pub Winterfest

Saturday February 4 - Sunday February 5
1st Annual Winterfest - SandBar Sports Pub

Sunday February 5
Pittsville Lion's 38th Annual Fisheree

Friday February 10 - Sunday February 12
Milwaukee Muskie Expo

Friday February 10 - Sunday February 12
WI Women's Fish White Fish Outing

Friday February 10 - Sunday February 12
Milwaukee Muskie Expo

Friday February 10 - Sunday February 12
World Championship Hand Crafted Muskie Lure Contest

Saturday February 11
Lake Menomins 59th Annual Ice Fishing Tournament

Saturday February 11
Spirit Lakes Ice Fishing Jamboree

Saturday February 11
Second Annual Hard-Water Classic

Saturday February 11
Dick Smith's 12th Annual Ice Fishing Jamboree

Saturday February 11
12th Annual Oconomowoc Rugby Ice Fisheree

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Outdoor News
The latest fishing related news across the Midwest. Click here for more.

Saturday. Feb 4
Outdoors: Lake Metroparks director will be honored at Steelheaders Ball - News-Herald.com

Friday. Feb 3
Northeast Ohio fishing report for February 3-5 - Plain Dealer

Friday. Feb 3
Dakota Recreation Report for Feb. 3, 2012 - Jamestown Sun

Friday. Feb 3
Shooting range dispute heads to court - Herald Palladium (subscription)

Friday. Feb 3
Guide's Corner: Be aggressive on walleye hunt - Wausau Daily Herald

Want more news? Click here.

Outdoor Links
Here are some other sites with some great information for the outdoors person. Choose a category below to view the links. Click here to add your link.

Outdoor Recipies
All these recipies are submitted by fellow Lake-Linkers. Share your favorite recipie. Below is a sampler:

Weather Center

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Fishing Knots
Avid anglers know that a propery tied knot can be the difference between that trophy fish and and staring at your fishing line with nothing at the end.
Click here to learn them.

Photo Gallery
We want to see your catch! See more photos in our Photo Gallery. Submit your photo here.

Muskellunge (Muskie) caught by Cole Duncan

Largemouth Bass caught by stephen messina

Muskellunge (Muskie) caught by Traut's Resort Last of the old time Resorts

Pro Pointers
Here you will find some great advice by the pros to help make your time on the water more productive and educate you so you can get the best angling products for your money.

Ice Fishing
Ice fishing's popularity has been growing steadily over the decades. If you are new to ice fishing or a seasoned pro, you will find some great information here to get you started or help increase your success on the ice.

Fishing Records
The mark has been set. Find out what your catch has to beat in order to get into the record books.