Fishing
Steve Carney: A showdown of fishing guides on the ice
Most of us fishing guides are pretty busy with our own schedules, but every once in a while, we get together for a day on the ice.
My buddy, an exceptional guide, Brennan Schuette,
Minnesota DNR recognizes nine conservation officers for lifesaving efforts
The Minnesota DNR Enforcement Division recently recognized nine conservation officers for their lifesaving efforts in the past few months.
Minnesota Mixed Bag: Minnesota Sportsmen’s Show comes to Canterbury, Jan. 16-18
The 2026 Minnesota Sportsmen’s Show is set for Jan. 16-18 at Canterbury Park in Shakopee. The show – a resort, lodge, and products show – offers people the chance to explore resort and outfitter options,
How to crack January’s mid-season walleye code
Walleye movement and feeding activity naturally slows as the ice fishing season advances. Consistently catching numbers of walleyes becomes more difficult as their feeding windows shorten and the deep freeze sets in, but it’s not
Retired chief conservation warden shares insights on George Meyer’s conservation impact in Wisconsin
The Dec. 10, 2025, passing of former Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Secretary George Meyer brought out many observations from people who worked in the conservation trenches with Meyer.
Randy Stark, DNR retired
Minnesota DNR ’26 Roundtable is set for this Friday; here’s what’s on the agenda
The 2026 Minnesota DNR Roundtable event returns Friday, with this year’s rendition occurring at the Heritage Center of Brooklyn Center. While the day’s format remains much the same as those of years past, some agenda
Lake of the Woods Fishing Report – January 6, 2026
Most fishing activity is taking place in 25 to 31 feet of water. The most productive setup continues to be a jigging line paired with a deadstick.
The most overlooked way to catch big pike – video
How to use dead bait to specifically target trophy northern pike through the ice.
New products for ice fishing – video
Hall of Fame angler “Tackle” Terry Tuma talks about two relatively new products for ice fishing.
