BOATING

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Before you get out on the open water dive into Lakes Edition's articles and features all about Southern

Wisconsin's favorites lakes and surrounding attractions.


Start your vacation planning today with our daytrip

lake guides below.


Lake Koshkonong - Whitewater Lake - Rock Lake - Lake Kegonsa - Lake Ripley

Lake Monona   -   Lake Waubesa - Leota Lake - Delavan Lake - Clear Lake _ Gibbs Lake


NEWS/EVENTS

Paddle Into Canoecopia 2023 For The Weekend


Canoecopia is the largest consumer paddle sports show in the world. Over 250,000 square. feet of exhibits and more under the roof at Madison's Alliant Energy Center..   More



Make Every Week Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week


Did you know it only takes one teaspoon of salt to pollute five gallons of water to a level that is toxic to native aquatic organisms?. Think about that before you clear your sidewalks after the next snow storm. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Wisconsin Salt Wise invites the public to learn more about the impacts of road salt on the state’s drinking water, pets and freshwater ecosystems during Wisconsin Salt Awareness Week, Jan. 23-27, 2023.



FEATURED ARTICLES

No Boat No Problem, Southern Wisconsin's Lakes Are Home To Over A Dozen Rental Opportunities From Dinner Cruises to Kayaks


With over 120 lakes across our region Summer in Southern Wisconsin brings to mind one thing: getting out on the open water. .Whether a fisherman, outdoor enthusiast, or chilled romantic there are boundless boating opportunities abound for you on our beautiful lakes and rivers.


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Sailing Through the Doldrums of Winter With The Adrenaline Rush of Ice Boating


The race course is simple enough, three laps around one windward buoy and one leeward buoy. Now imagine that same race travelling across sheer ice in the open air at 60 miles an hour with no brakes. That in essence is the allure of ice boating.

 

The need for additional speed, is what first brought veteran sailor, Daniel Hearn to the open water. 


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The National Weather Service Now Features An Experimental Inland Lakes Forecast For Southern Wisconsin

 2021 Boating Season   Continues Industry   Boom During   Pandemic

Paddling Through Human and Earth History Along The Rock River Trail

 Celebrate Wisconsin's     Greatest Resource     Water

AUDIO ARTICLES

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article from the Lakes Edition

The National Weather Service Now Features

An Experimental Inland Lakes Forecast

For Southern Wisconsin


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Paddling Through Human And Earth History

Along The Rock River Trail


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for other free audio articles.

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State Water Laws And Rules:
Wisconsin Boating Laws Regulations Handbook
2017-2018 Wisconsin Fishing Regulations

Boating 

Harbor Recreation
Milton, WI

Southern Wisconsin's Boating Headquarters on Lake Koshkonong

Harbor Recreation is boating headquarters for all your boating needs! Located on the Rock River and Lake Koshkonong in Newville, WI.

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Plahn Canvas
Janesville, WI

Boat covers, Repairs, Custom projects and more.
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Redline Water Sports
Madison, WI

To Serve The Active Watersports Community. As your partner on the water, we support the lifestyle with active events for skiers, surfers and wakeboarders plus sunset cruises and the "Fish Fry Tour" for the pontooners.
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Rock County Jet Ski
Janesville, WI

We are a full personal water craft service /salvage shop in Wisconsin. We offer full service on Kawasaki, Yamaha, Sea Doo, Honda, and Polaris PWC machines. 24+ yrs experience.
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Fishing 

Pike Pole Fishing - Multi Species Guide Service
Edgerton, WI

Pike Pole Fishing Guide Service is operated out of South Central Wisconsin and focuses on quality fishing for multiple species. We travel throughout Wisconsin fishing for walleye, pike, bass, and pan fish. With numerous large fishing industry sponsors, you'll have the opportunity to fish with some of the best equipment on the market. Check out our website for a full description.
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Rock River Bait Box
Fort Atkinson, WI

Rock River Bait Box is set up for your everyday fisherman. 
Our goal is to make fishing more affordable. We have live bait. Plus a full line of gear.
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Swimming

Boat Marinas Southern Wisconsin
Dave's Turf and Marine
Watertown, WI

Our owners, Dave and Leni, have many years of experience in all phases of this business. For both new and used boats, sales and maintenance, they are someone our customers can rely on. Our lawn and garden department, featuring John Deere products, brings expert advice and quality products to everyone.
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Newville Marine
Edgerton, WI

Located on Lake Koshkonong in Southern Wisconsin. We have 3 barges that can install and remove piers, lifts and docks along with recovery, winter storage and hauling of boats. Serving Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.
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Rock River Marina
Edgerton, WI

Rock River Marina has long been a trusted source for all of your marine and powersports needs. Located on the Rock River in Edgerton, WI. 
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