Fox River at Fox Point Boat Launch in De Pere, March 10, 2025. PC: Fox 11 Online
DE PERE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Warm weather is setting the stage for anglers trying to catch that perfect walleye.
The Fox River is busy in the Green Bay area as boaters took to the water.
It’s about 100 miles from their home in Slinger to the Fox Point Boat Launch in De Pere. Jack Klippel and his father, Jeff Klippel, say they are ready to catch some fish.
“Word on the street is they’re starting to run now. So now’s the time to be here” said Jeff.
“The walleye run is pretty special here, because the majority of the fish from Green Bay all congregate at the Fox River. So it’s a lot of fish in one area, which is usually pretty good fishing,” said Jack.
Experts say every year, walleye make their way upstream to places like the De Pere Dam to spawn.
Most of the walleye fishing in the river is catch and release. Jeff and Jack Klippel say they are happy to be on the water.
“It’s nice to get in a boat and actually cast and cover more water, as opposed to ice fishing. Fishing through an eight-inch hole can be pretty hard at times,” said Jack.
“I’d rather not be out on the ice. Open water. It’s just great to be out in the boat, floating around and enjoying the outdoors,” said Jeff.
Fishing continues as the walleye run below the De Pere Dam is known to stretch into May.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources is also extending its walleye reward tag study in the waters of Green Bay and its major tributaries.
Anglers are encouraged to report any colored tags they find in their walleye. Red tags entitle people to a $100 reward.
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