Upper Red winter walleye regs: four keepers, one over 17 inches – again
The same regulation has been in place since the May 2017 fishing opener.
Already a new catch-and-release pike record
Matthew Swanson of Woodbury caught a 45-1/4-inch pike on the Rainy River, besting the first-ever C&R pike record, set recently, by nearly two inches.
Thanksgiving goose? Most waterfowl opportunities dwindling, but Canada goose field hunting still worthwhile
Canada goose numbers remain good in many areas and should provide some opportunity for goose hunters over the next week, especially in central and southern Minnesota.
'Tis the season for ice safety precautions
An early deep freeze has anglers across north country eager to launch the 2018-19 ice fishing season.
Wolf recently taken to Isle Royale National Park dies
Officials say the other three relocated wolves are doing well.
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Library of Innovative Croix Custom Ice Rods
Ice fishing has evolved in truly revolutionary ways during the past decade. Gone are the days of sitting on a pail for hours at a time, jigging with a “rod” that had more in common with a broomstick than with a precision angling instrument.
Nighttime walleye painting lands Lakeville artist yet another stamp-contest win
The 2019 walleye stamp will feature Stephen Hamrick’s painting of a walleye swimming at night under a full moon near an angler’s leech-baited hook and slip bobber. It's the 11th time he's won a DNR stamp contest.
Prepping your boat and motor for winter storage
Open water still exists, but as freezing overnight temperatures become status quo across the north country, take these steps to prevent damage to your expensive equipment.
One keeper walleye, 21 to 23 inches, allowed on Mille Lacs this winter
DNR focuses the harvest on mature female fish, which are in abundance in the lake, and hence the new slot, the agency says.
Spare gutpile? Grab a trail cam and contribute to U of M research
Grad student’s dissertation asks hunters to help answer age-old question: What’s eating those gutpiles?
Reports: Southern part of state seeing better waterfowl hunting than north
According to Minnesota Waterfowl Migration and Hunting Report, species diversity continues to change as ducks move into and out of the state.
Fall walleye fishing tip: Go aggressive to target bigger fish
Use electronics to scan steep breaks to locate baitfish and predators, then make sure to follow them as they switch depths during changing light conditions.
For first time, no ear-tagged, radio-collared research bears killed during hunting season
Researchers with the DNR are monitoring about 30 radio-collared black bears across the state, and asked hunters to voluntarily avoid shooting these valuable research subjects. They obliged.
State's first catch-and-release record for pike comes on Mille Lacs
Fish measured 43-1/2 inches and was caught by a member of the Women Anglers of Minnesota.
Report: Ring-necked duck numbers drop, Canada goose numbers up slightly in some areas
Hunter numbers have declined significantly from earlier this season, according to Minnesota Waterfowl Migration and Hunting Report.
Photos and video reveal recently translocated wolves of Isle Royale [video]
Four wolves hailing from extreme northeastern Minnesota already are consuming moose carcasses on the Lake Superior island.
EHD detected in Minnesota deer for first time
Six of seven animals in a small herd of captive white-tailed deer in Goodhue County died of the disease earlier this month.
Governor's pheasant opener hunters find some success; Austin selected 2019 host [video]
Attendees that hunted ranged in age from 14 to 91. Those hunters encountered wet fields that delayed the fall harvest, yet yielded 26 roosters during the morning hunt.
Minnesota Waterfowl Migration and Hunting Report: ring-necked ducks up, wood ducks and blue-winged teal down
The first three weeks of duck season have been the coldest recorded in at least the last 50 years.
MDHA Hides for Habitat to continue after all
For the first time in the 32-year history of the program, it almost didn't take place, saved by an 11th-hour agreement between fur buyers and the MDHA for a higher price for hides.
Wildlife artists of the world unite: It’s time for another dog on the duck stamp
Since the contest’s inception in 1934, only one stamp prominently has featured a canine, and the author believes it’s time to give our hunting companions their due credit once again.
Amid a rough news cycle, the internationally famous drunk migrating waxwings of Minnesota
Though the author has never convinced a bird to admit it has an alcohol problem, she has indeed helped intoxicated birds “sleep it off.”
With pheasant index up, optimism greets Minnesota Governor's Pheasant Hunting Opener
Weekend festivities kick off on Friday afternoon with a dedication of the Rooster Ridge Wildlife Management Area.
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