
A rite of spring in Minnesota, historic turkey season set to open
In 1978, Minnesota held its first turkey hunt in modern history. During that season, 420 hunters drew permits. Last spring, some 50,000 turkey permits were issued.
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In 1978, Minnesota held its first turkey hunt in modern history. During that season, 420 hunters drew permits. Last spring, some 50,000 turkey permits were issued.
When the Minnesota DNR initially released a list of open houses per its deer management plan a week ago, there was a glaring omission. No metro listings. The DNR quickly recategorized that open house list
District 1 – Baudette area CO Ben Huener (Roseau) checked ATV riders and anglers on Lake of the Woods. Training was attended at Camp Ripley. CO Eric Benjamin (Warroad) worked angling, aquatic invasive species, and

Only three meetings are currently scheduled in the metro, but more reportedly in the works; plan establishes an annual statewide harvest target of 200,000 deer.

Lanesboro hatchery needs $5 million in repairs/improvements, agency says.

But adjustments to size or bag limits may be needed in the future if the spawning stock needs more protection.
District 1 – Baudette area CO Eric Benjamin (Warroad) worked angling, aquatic invasive species, ATVing, snowmobiling, and boat and water enforcement. Several access points are open to the Rainy River and activity is picking up.

Thanks in part to this long-lasting winter and cold temps, there may not be any eaglets in the nest at all this year.

The Minnesota State High School Clay Target League reportedly has already added 15 to 20 teams this year.
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