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Oil spill penalties will help protect Minnesota loons by promoting lead-free fishing tackle

April 22, 2020March 6, 2020 by Greg Seitz

Fines paid by BP for the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill will help fund Minnesota’s expanded “Get the Lead Out” program to reduce loons deaths from lead poisoning.

Two invasive species in Minnesota lakes appear to cause slower walleye growth

April 23, 2020January 29, 2020 by Greg Seitz

Study from the University of Minnesota finds that young walleye appear to be smaller in waters infested by spiny waterflea and zebra mussels, with implications for the future of popular fisheries.

DNR reduces trout stocking in Boundary Waters

December 31, 2019December 31, 2019 by Greg Seitz

Popular pastime of ice-fishing on wilderness lakes is at risk as DNR reduces stocking effort while warmer weather threatens coldwater habitat.

Anglers asked for input on walleye limits in Voyageurs National Park and nearby lakes

September 11, 2018September 11, 2018 by Greg Seitz

With special regulations set to expire, future management of five popular lakes is open for discussion.

Boundary Waters lake trout season opens this weekend

December 29, 2017 by Greg Seitz

Anglers can start going after the coldwater fish in wilderness waters two weeks earlier than the rest of the state.

Feedback Needed on Fish Management Plans in Grand Marais Area

October 24, 2016 by Greg Seitz

Fishery managers are seeking comments from anglers and others about revised plans for several wilderness lakes near the Gunflint Trail.

National Forest Forecast Favorable for Fishing Opener

May 12, 2016 by Greg Seitz

Minnesota milestone finds conditions should be good for this weekend.

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Warden Hikes Miles Into Boundary Waters To Catch Illegal Anglers

March 30, 2016 by Greg Seitz

DNR conservation officer found group of ice fishermen with flagrant violations of wilderness and fishing regulations.

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Wilderness Walleye: Fishing Limits Restricted On Three Canoe Country Lakes

January 28, 2015 by Greg Seitz

New size limits meant to protect future of the fishery after several down years.

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