Frederick Binkowski, a senior research scientist at the Water Institute, has dedicated a significant portion of his career to the study and conservation of sturgeon species. Binkowski studies sturgeon biology, including the intricacies of their feeding habits, breeding, and rearing in laboratory conditions. His work has not only advanced the scientific community's understanding of sturgeon but also contributed to practical conservation efforts, such as the rehabilitation project on the upper Fox River initiated in 2002.

Ronald M. Bruch interviews Gordon Priegel, former DNR fish manager in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Priegel, who worked in Oshkosh from 1959 to 1970, was instrumental in many of the conservation practices and development of available knowledge on Lake Winnebago’s sturgeon population, both of which are still of great importance today. Priegel discusses research he conducted and memories from his working life.

Gwen Bowe, a resident of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, has been sturgeon fishing on Lake Winnebago since 1980. Her first catch was a significant one, marking the beginning of her independent fishing endeavors. This fish she speared was eventually donated to Case Western Reserve University when Robert Kennedy, Jr. contacted Bill Casper about getting a sturgeon to display in the museum. Prior to that, she had accompanied her husband on fishing trips but had not actively fished herself. 

On March 27, 2007, Bill McAloon interviewed Harry Kachur for the People of the Sturgeon: Wisconsin's Love Affair with an Ancient Fish project. Harry Kachur, a longtime resident of Menasha, Wisconsin, has extensive experience in sturgeon spearing, a tradition he shares with his family, including his two sons. This interview provides a detailed account of Kachur’s life as a sturgeon spearer, focusing on his experiences and the changes he has observed over the years.

Haze Diemel Jr.'s family is from the Wolf River region of Wisconsin. His grandfather, Herman Diemel, established the family’s presence in the area, initially utilizing the land for gardening and farming. Haze Sr. established a tavern there in 1932. Haze Jr. grew up on the family farm, which included cultivated land and woodland and participated in traditional fishing practices from an early age. Haze Jr. continued the family tradition of sturgeon fishing, a practice that spanned multiple generations.

On October 12, 2006, Dominic Carmona interviewed Howard Wruck for the People of the Sturgeon: Wisconsin's Love Affair with an Ancient Fish project. Wruck was born in the town of Friendship and grew up in a family of four children. He began sturgeon spearfishing in the late 1940s, inspired by his brother, who had been introduced to the activity by friends on the east side of Lake Winnebago. Wruck discusses his extensive experience in sturgeon spearfishing, which he has participated in annually since the late 1940s.

On March 24, 2006, Bill Casper interviewed Irene and Greg Halfmann for the People of the Sturgeon: Wisconsin's Love Affair with an Ancient Fish project. Irene, known as the "big fisherman," and her husband, Greg, are long-time residents and avid sturgeon spearers from Calumetville, Wisconsin. The interview begins with Irene recounting her memorable catch of a 92-pound sturgeon. She describes the experience of moving their shanty at night and setting up for a morning of fishing. Irene details the patience required, waiting for hours before a sturgeon came into view.

James Nadler discusses lake sturgeon spearing construction with the interviewer. James also discusses his experiences sturgeon spearing and changes in spearing over time. Interviewer identity unknown.

Jerry Neumueller talks about his experiences with sturgeon spearing and shares some of his knowledge about the sport.  He explains how to find a spot, cutting holes, moving shanties, using decoys, and throwing the spear straight.  He also talks about how things have changed over the years.

John Abler is an experienced sturgeon fisherman with a wealth of stories and knowledge about the sport. He has been involved in sturgeon fishing since the early 1940s and his experiences include memorable encounters with sturgeon and fishing trips with his father. Abler's expertise and passion for sturgeon fishing are evident in his detailed accounts of his experiences, making him a valuable source of information for those interested in the sport.