Syracuse.com - Figura writing this week about a wildlife artist; a local man's trout fishing trip to Argentina

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Monday's paper will include coverage on opening day of the trout fishing season. To suggest an outdoors-related story or feature, call Outdoors Editor David Figura at 470-6066, or email him at [email protected]

David Lassman/The Post-StandardTom LenweaverGood to be back from vacation. Lots of good stories will be appearing in coming weeks.

This week's offerings stretch over three days.

FRIDAY:

Main piece: Profile on Tom Lenweaver, a well-known local wildlife artist.

Column: Bits and pieces about upcoming trout season.

SUNDAY:

Main piece: Manlius resident Steve Weiter got ready for this year's trout fishing season by warming up in Argentina with some friends at the end of February. He talks about his adventures.

Column: Looking to write about a CNY woman who recently joined the ranks of the Winter 46ers...and/or a well-known environmental conservation officer who's retiring.

MONDAY:

Main piece: Highlights from opening day of the trout fishing season.

ANYTHING ELSE READERS OF THIS REPORT WOULD LIKE TO SEE ME WRITE ABOUT?

The effectiveness of this report is two-fold. First it lets readers know what's coming up story-wise. It also allows readers a chance to affect coverage and provide sources for upcoming stories. Bottom line: Keep in touch and give input. You could make a difference as to what appears week to week on the outdoors page! Email me at [email protected] or call 470-6066.

-Folks I'd like to get in contact with for future stories/columns:

- Individuals who fish offshore at the power plant in Lansing on Cayuga Lake

- Anyone who's getting out in boats and fishing for perch, either on Oneida or any of the Finger Lakes.

- Individuals with outdoor passions who would make an interesting feature story.

- Someone who's saving big bucks by reloading their own ammunition.

- Anyone who's tapping into the local bullhead scene.

- Anyone who still gets out to dip net for smelt on Owasco or Cayuga Lakes.

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