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Bear hunt applications available: deadline is May 7
Prospective bear hunters have through Friday, May 7, to apply for a bear hunting license. Applications for the 2021 season should be submitted online or via telephone at 888-665-4236.
Application for the 2021 BWCA Trip for Veterans Now Open
The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center is once again hosting two free trips for veterans to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Northern Minnesota this summer.
Prepare for Northern Pike this Fishing Season
DNR reminds anglers to be aware of northern pike zone regulations
Zebra mussels confirmed in South Long Lake in Crow Wing Power
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed a report of zebra mussels in South Long Lake, near Brainerd in Crow Wing County. Five hundred feet of the Nokasippi River upstream and downstream of South Long Lake will also be listed for zebra mussels.
Local guides collaborate to re-introduce the joys of fishing
Being raised and growing up in rural communities is a much different experience than larger towns and metropolitan areas.
West Nile virus impacting Minnesota loon population
A recent uptick in reports of dead loons and test results indicate an impact from West Nile virus (WNV), according to nongame wildlife staff at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Longville Lakes Area Fishing Report
Several times during the course of any summer fishing season you'll have days or even weeks where the species of fish that you'd like to catch simply will not cooperate with you. It seems as though you've tried every lure in your box and even bought a few new ones …
Longville Lakes Fishing Report
The 43rd Annual Frank Schneider Jr. Memorial Muskie Tournament was held on 21 area waters over the weekend of Sept. 10, 11 & 12. This event always makes me happy twice, first is the opportunity to do some real serious musky fishing with a chance of winning a new boat, …
Zebra mussels found in Gull Lake
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) biologists have confirmed a report that zebra mussels are now in Gull Lake near Brainerd. It marks the second time in four months that zebra mussels have been discovered in a popular Minnesota lake. In July, the DNR found zebra mussels in Lake Minnetonka.
Federal Dam-Leech Lake kids fishing derby results
In its 21st year, the US Army Corps of Engineers Kids Fishing Derby at Leech Lake Recreation Area drew one of its largest crowds yet. A total of 192 kids registered for the free contest, which took place below the dam Saturday July 16. The hot temps and high humidity …
Lakeville artist wins 2012 duck stamp competition
A ruddy duck painted by Stephen P. Hamrick of Lakeville, Minn., will be featured on the 2012 Minnesota Migratory Waterfowl Stamp. Hamrick's painting was chosen as the winning design from among 26 entries in the stamp contest sponsored by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
Passing on the skills
There are several important things to teach a young person about hunting. I am proud to say, my grandson, at eight years old, is well on his way to being a skilled hunter. His dad has taught him well and it makes me proud of them both. When my sons …
Trail camera results
The purpose of a trail camera is to detect motion and take pictures of an area when a person is not there to observe in person. Most of the time, the pictures are not too impressive. Occasionally, a great picture is captured, and many times the pictures are just plain …
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