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Wausau, Wisconsin
Originally known as "Big Bull Falls",
(named either by Indians or early fur traders) it was the Wisconsin
River that first drew settlers to this area of Wisconsin. By the
mid-1800’s, sawmills began springing up along the riverbanks of central
Wisconsin and processing the area’s pine forests into lumber. Marathon
County was organized in 1850. About the same time, Big Bull Falls began
to be called Wausau and became the county seat. This was the area where
the Chippewa Indians went on their yearly hunts and called it "Wausau",
translated to mean "far away place". Another Indian language states the
word "Wausau" means a “noise like thunder” – probably because of the
noise the water made rushing over the falls. Whichever translation
is appropriate, Wausau is an exceptional place to live, work and visit.
 Wausau/Central
Wisconsin area Fishing Report
July 21, 2008:
Smallies are on fire in the Wausau/Central
Wisconsin area. Shallow rocky rip-rap like structure is holding lots
of fish. Crayfish-imitating crankbaits are providing great action.
The panfish bite is as good, if not better, than it has been in
years in the
Wausau/Central Wisconsin area. Crappies and bluegills are holding in
shallow structure (weeds and wood) and can be taken by anglers
floating slip
bobbers and using small jigs baited with worms or minnows.
Musky have really turned on in the Wausau/Central Wisconsin area.
Lots of
BIG fish in recent days have been caught and released, and some real
HOGS
have been seen. Topwater baits like Creepers and Hog Wobblers are
working
very well right before dark. During daylight hours, work Depth
Raiders and
Bulldawgs in the deeper water associated with weed edges.
The northern bite in the Wausau/Central Wisconsin area is great. The
water
temps are close to 80 degrees and the northern are going on a
feeding binge.
Spinners in white or chartreuse worked right in the weeds in two to
four
feet of water are taking a lot of fish right now.
The walleye bite in the Wausau/Central Wisconsin area is very good.
Lots of
nice sized fish with an occasional lunker are being taken . Jig and
minnow
combos are still working, but jig and crawler combos are starting to
pick
up. Work eight to twelve feet of water and look for submerged
structure.
For those "gobbler lovers" out there, it's a good time to start
thinking
about coming up to the Wausau/Central Wisconsin are for some of the
greatest
wild turkey hunting anywhere. The season runs from September 13 to
November
29, 2008. Get your permits. Get your equipment in shape. Get ready -
-the
Wausau/Central Wisconsin area is!
And remember, unlike so many lakes further north that have
daily walleye bag limits of two or three fish, the walleye bag limit
remains at FIVE (5) fish on most of the waters of the Wausau/Central
Wisconsin area.
With such a wealth of opportunities, it's important for anglers to
practice catch-and-release for everything but a few for the frying
pan. This simple and mindful conservation will insure that the
legendary fishing in the Wausau/Central Wisconsin area will continue
for generations to come.
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(This report for the Wausau/Central Wisconsin CVB based on
Creative Brilliance interview with guide Phil Schweik of Hooksetters
Fishing &
Hunting Guide Services, Mosinee)
Today, Wausau is a unique combination of
"city living with the country close at hand" - where one can enjoy four
distinct seasons that offer beauty and recreation year ‘round. You may
prefer kayaking on the Wisconsin River, a walk through the Andrew Warren
Historic District, a visit to the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, a
show at the historic Grand Theater, the Big Bull Falls Blues Festival,
strolling the noted shopping district located downtown or the Wausau
Center Mall and the nearby specialty stores, restaurants, and
attractions… Or perhaps you would rather indulge yourself in offerings
like biking, golfing, fishing, hunting, camping, snowmobiling or
cross-country skiing. Either way, you are always welcome in Wausau, no
matter what season you prefer.
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