Accessible Fishing Pier added at Underhill Park

The project to install a handicap accessible fishing pier on the Oconto River at Underhill Park was led by Bruce Kitzman of the Oconto County Sportsmen’s Alliance, in collaboration with the Town of Underhill. After obtaining a quote of approximately $16,000 for platform and installation from Midwest Equipment, Dock and Lift Services, Kitzman started exploring various agencies for financial assistance or grants. After receiving approval of $10,000 in grants the Alliance is dependent on financial assistance, and donations from area sporting groups and individuals to cover the balance.

Donors who contribute one hundred dollars or more will have their names engraved on a plaque, which will be installed on the pier upon completion of the project. Donations may be made in your name or in memory of someone. To make a contribution, please send your donation to Oconto County Sportsmen’s Alliance, 12361 Stern Rd., Gillett, WI 54124 by September 30th. If funds received exceed the required amount, the remaining balance will be allocated toward stocking trout in the river in April 2026. (8-1-2025)