TREMPEALEAU, Wis. – The giant catfish that greets visitors to the river town of Trempealeau has the holiday spirit again. Yes, he hums “White Christmas” in deepest tones in the deepest holes. Just listen when you’re out on the ice fishing. Be sure to have a big, big hook. and a fanciful imagination.
Crowning the dorsal. Bringing wintery attention to the Catfish Days town festival. Mark your calendar. Image: Steve Lunde