Minnesota
2006: The year in review
By Joe Noble Contributing Writer Plymouth, Minn. — From expectation to frustration and disappointment to celebration and more, 2006 had a little something for everyone. This was the year that “dedicated funding” could have become
Martinson named DNR deputy commissioner
By Joe Albert Staff Writer St. Paul — Mark Holsten, who began earlier this week as head of the DNR, didn’t have to look far to find his deputy. Laurie Martinson, who was named to
Ice conditions and angling success vary across state
BIG SIX LAKE MILLE LACS East – The Three Mile Gravel and Sloppy Joe’s remain the best options for walleyes in 19 to 22 feet of water. There is a short window of activity each
More bans on lead shot coming, timing unclear
By Joe Albert Staff Writer St. Paul – At some point in time, shotgun hunters in the state won’t be able to use lead shot while they’re hunting. It’s unclear exactly when that may be,
Walleyes keep anglers busy as ice conditions improve
BIG SIX LAKE MILLE LACS East – Jigging spoons are producing walleyes in 19 feet of water on the Three Mile gravel. Look to Sloppy Joe’s for walleyes in slightly deeper water. Lowlight periods are
Coast Guard withdraws Great Lakes ‘live firing’
Agency hopes to develop new, more widely accepted plan By Tim Spielman Associate Editor Cleveland – Responding to a variety of criticism over a plan to practice firing new artillery over portions of the Great
