Northern WI is not “remote,” if that is your wife’s concern. There are lots of very nice lakes, w/very low pressure when compared to our impoundments here in the lower Midwest, but “civilization” is always a short ride away should you require bait, groceries, a doctor, a mechanic or even dinner out & a movie.

Take a look @ Vilas County: a couple hundred natural lakes of all sizes, description & level of shoreline development within a 30-40 minute ride. Many have rental cabins available or you can get lodging off water & just trailer around & try different lakes. Musky, pike, walleyes, bass, panfish? Deep or shallow lake? Clear or stained water? Weeds or rocks? Take your pick!

I consider it good fishing, depending on species & time of year, but it is NOT like flying-in to Canada. The fish see quite a few lures over a season & depending on your lake choice, you’ll see quite a few recreational boaters/jet skis. However, you’ll never wait for more than a few minutes for your turn @ the ramp & the insects are not nearly as fierce as I’ve encountered in Canada.

A couple of things to consider, if you decide to look @ the area: First, there is no motor trolling allowed. Second, the fishing season has a staggered opening: pike & walleye open in mid-May. Musky opens on Memorial Day weekend. Bass are catch & release ONLY until the 3rd weekend in June.

Finally, my wife, who prefers to sunbathe but does fish occasionally, would warn your wife that though the weather CAN be very nice around Memorial Day, your chances of “vacation @ the lake weather” are better as you get later in to June.

This year will be our 21st season on a small lake near Eagle River. Always glad to offer opinions to prospective fishermen....