RICE LAKE - Since it was founded by Gov. Warren Knowles in 1966, the Governor's Fishing Opener has done a great job promoting fishing and tourism in Wisconsin. But the 2025 edition in Rice Lake broke ...

Looking for a multi-species mecca close to the Brainerd Lakes area? Look to Rice Lake in the city of Brainerd located near Lum Park. Fishing Rice Lake, actually a reservoir off the Mississippi River, ...

DNR fisheries director Justine Hasz displays a muskellunge caught and temporarily held in a tank at Rice Lake as part of educational activities at the 2025 Governor's Fishing Opener. Broncos ...

DNR displays fish caught in Rice Lake at 2025 Governor's Fishing Opener DNR fisheries director Justine Hasz displays a muskellunge caught and temporarily held in a tank at Rice Lake as part of ...