Minnesota

Walk-in access to Minnesota hunting land to double this fall
Funding likely available for third year, maybe fourth
Panfish anglers struggle to find fish in shallows due to weather – Northeast Report
DULUTH AREA The shallow rocks of Rice Lake are producing crappies and sunfish in five feet. The bays on Fish Lake are giving up crappies in eight feet and most rivers are holding suckers. With

Minnesota legacy bill awaits Governor Dayton’s signature
Lawmakers largely stayed true to the funding recommendations of the Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council in a bill they approved last week
Panfish anglers struggle to find fish in shallows due to weather – Northwest Report
ALEXANDRIA AREA Crappie activity has been spotty, with a spurt of activity during the evening in two to five feet at lakes Ida, Miltona, Le Homme Dieu, Latoka, and Carlos. Sunfish have been in shallow
Panfish anglers struggle to find fish in shallows due to weather – Metro Area Reports
NORTHEAST METRO Look to the Afton and Prescott areas of the St. Croix River for walleyes with a jig and minnow or crankbaits in 20 to 30 feet, on the points and humps, or the
Panfish anglers struggle to find fish in shallows due to weather – Northcentral Report
LAKE MILLE LACS Crappie action has slightly improved in the channels, bays, and boat harbors. The afternoon and evening bite has been best when the sun is out. Look to the south-end bays such as
MInnesota Cuffs & Collars – May 4th, 2012
District 1 – Baudette area CO Ben Huener (Roseau) investigated an arson fire near Karlstad and attended annual in-service training at Camp Ripley. A sheep/goose depredation complaint was investigated. It turned out to be coyote
MInnesota Calendar of Events – May 4th, 2012
Banquets/Fundraisers. May 5: Wayne County Federation of Sportsman’s Clubs & S.C.O.P.E Banquet, 5 p.m., Lyons VFW. For more info call George Lent, 315-483-6446. May 5: Winona Kicking Bear Banquet, 4:30 p.m., Riverport Inn. For more