Federal agency considers dropping wolf protections – again
Wolf numbers total about 3,800 in the western Great Lakes states of Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Lake of the Woods management plan could include fewer keeper walleyes, saugers in spring, winter
Would mean catch-and-release for spring fishing season on Rainy River and changing winter regs to match those of the open-water season, with two less saugers to help protect that population.
The Minnesota raccoon watched ’round the world [videos]
Thanks to social media, #MPRraccoon captivated the planet for one night, before eventually retiring to the Minnesota River bottoms countryside.
U.S. officials OK plan to rebuild Isle Royale wolf population
With wolves dying out, federal officials announce plan to relocate 20-30 from the mainland to the Lake Superior archipelago over the next several years, starting as early as this fall.
Changing fishing regulations deliver better angling for state citizens
Minnesota’s new northern pike regulations are easy to follow and should improve Minnesota fisheries across multiple species.
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Fishing the heartland: The cross-generational appeal of big bullheads
Revered in Iowa, the All-American bullhead provides fast summer fishing action and tasty fish-fry fodder in Farm Country USA.
Thanks in large part to Great Lakes region numbers, boating industry sales at 10-year high
Of the top 10 states in sales of new powerboats, engines, trailers and accessories in 2017, four are from Great Lakes region – Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Wisconsin.
Spinning Tackle Creates Confidence – JVD Gives Himself An Edge On Elite Circuit
A lot of bass anglers avoid spinning tackle because they think that they lose the power and control of a baitcasting outfit. Not entirely true in all situations.
Fishing for position – wacky-rigging your way to bigger bass [video]
Not using this fishing technique? Then expect America’s next top anglers to inquire: “Why aren’t you wacky-rigging?”
Zinke proposes expanding hunting, fishing at 30 national wildlife refuges
More than a third of those refuges are on lands in the Great Lakes region.
Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin to collaborate on West Nile virus monitoring in ruffed grouse
The three states are in the early stages of planning to test samples from grouse this fall, but at this point there is no evidence that the virus is having a population-level impact in the Great Lakes region.
Stillwater angler sets catch-and-release sturgeon record
The 73-inch lake sturgeon pulled from the Rainy River bests the previous record by 3 inches.
Watching bird builders achieve annual spring feats of avian engineering
Hike or paddle the trails and waterways of the North Country these days, and you’ll witness borderline mind-boggling nest-building and rearing of young critters.
No grousing about birds this spring
Consider monitoring prairie grouse from a public viewing blind in Minnesota or the Dakotas.
Tagged bighead carp leads DNR to 2 others in St. Croix River
The carp were captured in Anderson Bay on the St. Croix River. One was a 46-inch, 39-pound mature male, and the second was a 43-inch, 46-pound mature female.
Images, video: Barred owl nest in Minnesota
Most people have heard the distinctive call of the common barred owl, and the early nesters likely have young thinking about fledging already in mid-May.
Quest for fishing: experiment to discover the better presentation
Whether you’re fishing off a continental shelf for swordfish, swinging for river steelhead, or slip-bobbering for opener walleyes, always be ready to switch things up.
Albert Lea's Fountain Lake – and its nice eater-size walleyes – on the menu for '19 Governor's Fishing Opener
It's a solid walleye fishery, with nearly all of the walleyes netted in the most recent DNR survey there between 12 and 19 inches, and the average just under 16 inches.
Outdoor News Radio broadcast and photos from the 2018 Governor’s Fishing Opener
The Willmar Lakes Area hosted Gov. Mark Dayton, other state officials, and media for a highly successful Minnesota fishing opener last weekend. Outdoor News Radio checked in with anglers around the state for live fishing reports.
On the eve of the opener, last few Minnesota fisheries continue to push toward ice-out [videos]
And a favorable forecast could make for a comfortable fishing opener after all.
Dayton vetoes bill repealing wild rice water standards
Supporters argued that standard is outdated and would cost mining companies hundreds of millions of dollar. Opponents argued those standards protect a food that's integral to Ojibwe culture.
Fishing tip: Change your tactics to catch more spring walleyes
To put more fish in the boat this spring, use electronics and switch tactics until you identify a hot technique
The Lake Sarah experiment: Genetic research continues into southern Minnesota’s premier walleye fishery [video]
‘This could be the key to self-sustaining walleye fisheries throughout the southern part of the state.'
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