
Another mild winter and its effect on nesting birds
From a bald eagle cam active in January to open water and returning waterfowl, an unseasonable warm spell means action for birdwatchers.

From a bald eagle cam active in January to open water and returning waterfowl, an unseasonable warm spell means action for birdwatchers.

Lake of the Woods businesses expect steady hard-water angling for walleyes and other fish species through March 2017, maybe beyond.

Women new to archery or bow hunting can learn basics in Minnesota DNR classes.

Eleven AIS training sessions are planned around the state starting this month, and a new online training will be available in March.
Banquets/Fundraisers Feb. 17: North Woods WTU Banquet, 5 p.m., Black Woods Banquet Center, Proctor. For more info call Matt Erjavec, 218-464-8908. Feb. 18: East Central PF Banquet, 5 p.m., Floppy Crappie Lakeside Pub, Pine City.
District 1 – Baudette area CO Ben Huener (Roseau) checked anglers on Lake of the Woods. A felony drug arrest was made on the ice, and multiple fish overlimits were encountered. CO Eric Benjamin (Warroad)
LAKE MILLE LACS East – Walleye action has been a bit more sporadic, but the number of big fish being caught remains strong. During the day, 25 feet or deeper has been best, and there

Above-average temperatures last weekend, expected to be followed by way above-average temps this weekend could significantly alter the state’s ice-fishing landscape.

The author has owned and fired pistols and revolvers for decades, but still found a Minnesota concealed carry class enlightening and an opportunity to reinforce safety rules and skills.
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