Always remember to keep well away from nesting loons and make a point of letting your guests know as well. Fishermen should take special care to avoid fishing near loon nest sites. Recently a banded loon was admitted to Northwoods Animal Hospital with 2 hooks and 100 feet of braided line. They were able to remove the hooks & line endoscopically with the help of a local gastroenterologist. The lesson here – don’t fish near loons – spread the word!

Photo by Christian Dalbec Photography