The sturgeon spearing season on Black Lake in Wisconsin is famously brief, with the recent season lasting only 17 minutes as fishers caught six sturgeon in that time. Starting at 8 a.m. on February 1, approximately 500 participants competed for their chance in this unique fishery. Austin Dreifuerst emerged victorious, reeling in a 78.3-pound sturgeon and claiming the title of Sturgeon King 2025. The event showcases the blend of luck, timing, and skill necessary for successful fishing, as well as the camaraderie and excitement among the participants.
The sturgeon spearing season on Black Lake is the shortest in the country, lasting just 17 minutes, highlighting both the skill and timing involved in this unique fishery.
Austin Dreifuerst, who caught a 78.3-pound sturgeon, was crowned the 2025 Sturgeon King, demonstrating the thrill and competition of sturgeon spearing among fishers.
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