Wisconsin has increased the cost of Resident and non-resident licences and trout stamps as of July 2005. Your 2005 licence is good until March 31st 2006. The new cost of the non-resident licence and trout stamp is $50.00 and $10.00 respectivly. This is still a small price to pay to maintain a great resource. The 2006 licences will not go on line until March 10th but will be valid immediately. The early trout season begins Saturday March 4th. This season closes April 30th at midnight to all angling. The regular(harvest) season begins Saturday May 6th. Please check for specifics regarding barbless hooks and exact opening and closing times.