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With Warmer Weather, Be Extra Wary Of Going Out On Ice and Follow DNR Ice Thickness Recommendations

David Drew — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 06:07:42 +0000

It's been a pretty mild week, with the warmest day potentially Thursday. Thursday will start nice and sunny, with a hi temp near 40 degrees before a potential rain and ice event hits Thursday night into Friday and then changes to snow. With warm temps comes an increased danger of going out onto the ice. A safe spot you were fishing on on one day could turn into a danger zone the next.

First Ice Fishing of 2012

Ken Hayes — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 15:09:03 +0000

Well, I’ve been talking about getting on the ice for a couple of weeks now and finally decided from what I was hearing that there was enough ice to go. Got up bright and early this last Saturday, picked up my fishing partners, and hit the ice. We went north near Cotton, MN to a [...]

Wolf Hunters Selected by Lottery Must Purchase License By October 24th

Ken Hayes — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 18:23:17 +0000

Wolf hunters that were selected from the wolf hunt lottery must purchase their license by October 24th, otherwise those unclaimed licenses will go up for sale. At this point, the Minnesota DNR has sold 1,155 of the 3,600 wolf licenses made available. Beginning Oct. 29th, those unclaimed licenses will be available on a first come [...]

Gearin' Up For Deer Camp 2012

Ken Hayes — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:33:48 +0000

Once again, we are just a few short weeks away from the best time of year: deer season. Like very year, I have to put this disclaimer out: I'm talking about firearm season. (I know bow hunting has been open for quite some time.) So once again, we will refresh the list of things to do to prepare for hunting.

1. Rally the troops.

Pheasant Season Begins This Weekend In Southern MN

Ken Hayes — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 23:02:16 +0000

Growing up here in the Northland, I never really was exposed to pheasant hunting. I had been partridge hunting (which is different) and other small game hunting too. When I lived in Southern MN for a few years, I was introduced to Pheasant hunting, and found it’s a trip worth taking. What is fun about [...]

Learn How To Hunt Deer With The MN DNR

Ken Hayes — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 15:17:50 +0000

The MN DNR will be holding a deer hunting clinic for those interested in the Minnesota pastime on August 12th in Mora, MN. The clinic will teach youth 10 and older deer habits, how to track dear, and other techniques. Like how not to totally screw up like this dude did. The free program, which [...]

Tettegouche State Park Breaks Ground For New Visitor Center And Safety Rest Area

Cathy Kates — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 17:45:32 +0000

If you have not experienced the beauty of the North Shore, you must! There are so many different areas to explore and marvel at nature and how water and weather have shaped our world. One such area will be getting an upgrade for your comfort while you explore. Tettegouche State Park. DNR and MnDOT officials [...]

Brush Up On New Laws For 2012 Fishing Opener

Ken Hayes — Thu, 10 May 2012 15:49:21 +0000

Every year there are new laws added to the book. This year there is no exception. Make sure to pick up a booklet so you have it handy for this weekend. Also a big thing this year is the invasive species prevention push, so make sure to follow those rules as well. The DNR will be out, so be legal!

DNR Invasive Species Sticker No Longer Required, However Fines Increase

Ken Hayes — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:50:43 +0000

Earlier this month, boaters were scrambling to get the new Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Sticker on their boat. Now the law has changed and you are no longer required to display the sticker on your boat. You will by the year 2015 have to complete an online course by law. Fines will increase this year starting July 1st for not properly following AIS precautions.

3 Places To Get Your New Required DNR Sticker In Duluth Besides The DMV

Ken Hayes — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:20:35 +0000

There's a new law that was passed last year in Minnesota that requires boaters this season to have a "invasive species tips" sticker on the boat. The DNR hopes this will help boaters be more aware of invasive species and how to prevent the spread from lake to lake.

Where can you get them? Here's 3 places besides the DMV you can go.

MN Hunting & Fishing Licenses Go Up, Fishing Opener Stays Put

Ken Hayes — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:58:01 +0000

The MN Senate passed the bill approving license fees for fishing and hunting to increase for the first time in 11 years. The bill, if signed, will increase the price for residents and non residents for fishing, small game, and big game licenses. The bill has wide support from many outdoor organizations looking to help fund the preservation and regulating of Minnesota's great fishing and hunting.

DNR Needs Your Help With Deer Population Assesment

Ken Hayes — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 17:47:51 +0000

Do you hunt in any of these areas? If so, the DNR would like you to take an online survey so they can reach their Deer Goals. It is important for you to take part so the DNR can get as much information as possible to help set limits for the deer harvest. If you [...]

Clear Your Property Of Food Sources Because Nuisance Bear Complaints Start In Spring

David Drew — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:57:15 +0000

You don't have to be out in the middle of the woods to have a bear encounter, as we all know. Bears have hibernating and now that they are awake and it's time to eat! As you can see, the DNR is starting to see more complaints about bears in the Northland. While the bears aren't looking for trouble, it can still be intimidating to have them in your yard.

Your best best bet is to make sure your property is clear of food and make sure when you put your garbage out that it is full contained and not hanging out for our furry friends to smell.

DNR Confiscated Hunting & Fishing Equipment Auction To Be Held On April 28th

Ken Hayes — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:47:19 +0000

The DNR announced that the confiscated hunting and fishing equipment will be going up for sale during an auction on Saturday, April 28th in Zimmerman, MN. All of the items were confiscated for serious game violations. It includes over 309 working firearms. The public auction will be held at Hiller Auction Service, 10785 261st Ave., [...]

Learn More About Chronic Wasting Disease, And How You Can Help [Video]

Ken Hayes — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 14:25:07 +0000

Just west of Shell Lake, Wisconsin Chronic Wasting Disease (or CWD) was found in a wild doe. The DNR will now do more extensive testing in the area and try to identify more cases.

But what are you supposed to do if you see a deer with CWD in the Shell Lake area? Here's an answer straight from the DNR.

Area Lakes Melting Fast, Get Your Ice House Off Now!

Ken Hayes — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:28:12 +0000

Yep, we were dumb. Not by choice, but the way things worked out, no one could go get our ice house off the lake last week or this weekend. That, coupled with the fact that we had a ton of snow, then temperatures in the 50′s made it a pretty bad mess. And also the [...]

Before Buying Review Dock And Boat Lift Canopy Regulations

Cathy Kates — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:09:38 +0000

The weather has certainly been giving us Spring fever. Some of us may have already tucked the snow blower away and had our sights set on the “fun” summer toys. The MN DNR reminds us, before we make that BIG purchase, you should review rules and regulations, so you aren’t spending thousands needlessly. Here’s the [...]

Time To Sign Up For DNR Hunter Education Class

Cathy Kates — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 17:48:10 +0000

It doesn’t matter if you plan to hunt or not. firearm safety is always important. Gain knowledge of how a gun works and the safest way to handle it by taking these DNR Hunter Education Classes. You know you’ll need it come Fall, take care of it now. Now is prime time to sign [...]