Last year, we were excited to share news of trout in the Upper Yahara and our partnership to support DeForest’s larger effort to protect, improve and provide better access to the Upper Yahara. The DNR surveyed the Upper Yahara again this summer. Great news: More wild brown trout including some that had just hatched this year, a sure sign of natural reproduction. Our partnership includes a planned workday (likely Oct. 25) and learning opportunities – which means we are excited to provide casting instruction and fishing tips at the Yahara Riverfest on September 6 from noon to 4.

It’s a big afternoon event with food and many fun activities, including a kids fishing tournament from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Sunfish Pond. Learn more about Riverfest here.

And if you can help out with the casting and fishing clinic (you don’t have to be an expert!) for even an hour, please contact Topf Wells at topfwells@gmail.com.