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Streams of Thought: Questions being asked about Mille Lacs regulations … and rightfully so
Someday maybe we’ll know what goes on behind the door of the “technical committee” room where state DNR fisheries officials meet in secrecy with tribal counterparts to determine, after hours of data sharing and alleged

Minnesota DNR creates two positions to enhance tribal outreach efforts
In an attempt to improve communications with tribal governments across Minnesota, the state DNR has created two new positions and is now seeking applicants for an Ojibwe relations liaison and a Dakota relations liaison.

Could low water levels impact fish spawning runs in Minnesota this spring?
Springtime and rising (eventually) temperatures signal the onset of spawning seasons for various fish species, a crucial period for most anglers. The mild winter and last summer’s drought have resulted in lower-than-usual water levels this

Omnibus bills introduced in Minnesota, target budgets unveiled
The Minnesota Legislature reached its second deadline Friday, March 22, which means omnibus bills start to roll out for the various committees. The Senate Environment, Climate, and Legacy Committee finalized the first draft of its

Minnesota Pro Fishing Tip of the Week: Top areas for springtime fishing
It’s common knowledge that water temperature plays a critical role in spring fishing.
Large concentrations of fish will position themselves in the warmest water available. This often will be the farthest point upstream in a

Steve Carney: For Missouri River’s spring walleyes, think small jigs
My first fishing trip to the Missouri River in central South Dakota was a successful one, with two days of magnificent weather. Highs both days were in the 70s, and there was no wind. I

Minnesota Mixed Bag: Conservation groups invite sportsmen to April 5 Public Lands Day at State Capitol
Join fellow public lands advocates April 5 for a day at the Minnesota State Capitol. A dozen conservation organizations will be at the Capitol that day, supporting all things public lands and waters. The day

Minnesota officials seeking answers to Lake Traverse fish kill
Lake Traverse, straddling the border of South Dakota and Minnesota, experienced a significant fish kill discovered March 14, that resulted in the death of thousands of fish. Tests are ongoing to pinpoint the exact cause

Commentary: An updated muskie-management plan in Minnesota is overdue
Minnesota was once the greatest muskie-fishing destination on the planet. That fact created a generation of new muskie anglers, built Minnesota businesses, and attracted nonresident anglers from around the world to the state.
But