Ice Fishing season is underway, and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding anglers to make sure they do their part in keeping our waters free of trash. Minnesota DNR Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson says you could face heavy fines for failing to keep your site clean. Olson also reminds anglers about the new…
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After years of discussing potential changes the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is currently seeking public comments pertaining to a potential decrease in the Minnesota statewide walleye bag limit. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department tells us more. Olson says there’s a number of different reasons that they’re looking to change the bag…
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This weekend is the annual Take a Kid Ice Fishing Weekend, and the Minnesota DNR is encouraging ice anglers across the state to take a kid fishing with them. Minnesota DNR Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson says this weekend is a great way to introduce a kid to the sport of ice fishing. If you are…
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The Minnesota Ice Fishing Season is underway, and anglers are reminded to prioritize ice safety, especially as the ice is still in its early stages of development on most lakes. Polk County Sheriff Jim Tadman reminds anglers about the recommended ice thickness levels for vehicle usage. Tadman also reminds anglers that it’s their responsibility to…
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The 2025/2026 Minnesota Ice Fishing season is now underway, and the State of Minnesota has implemented some new regulations that will be in effect for the ice fishing season. Minnesota DNR Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson says one regulation that changed is the use of certain kinds of hook setting devices. Olson says the Minnesota DNR…
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The early Ice fishing season is expected to get underway this weekend. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department says that some lakes across the region are reporting ice thick enough for walking. While the ice may be safe to walk on in some areas, Olson says that you still need to take extra…
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The 2024/2025 Ice Fishing Season is coming to an end soon, and fishermen are reminded about some important deadlines fast approaching. Minnesota DNR Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson reminds us about the upcoming ice house removal deadline. Olson also says fishermen will have to get new fishing licenses, as the 2024/2025 season is coming to an…
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The temperature is getting colder and colder each day and the DNR knows you love to go ice fishing. This weekend is no exception as Phil Talmage of the International Falls Fishery branch tells us all about the event of Take A Kid Ice Fishing Weekend. Saturday, Jan. 18, through Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, Take…
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With temps expected to reach as high as 50 degrees Clearwater County Sheriff Darin Halverson reminds anglers to remove their fish houses off of area lakes as ice continues to deteriorate. Halverson also reminds anglers to clean up after themselves and warns that they can now be fined for not doing so. The DNR also…
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For the second straight year, the North Dakota Game and Fish Department has a Take Someone New Ice Fishing Challenge. Cayla Bendel with the Game and Fish Department talks about the contest. That fish house was donated by Runnings. Bendel tells us about last year’s contest. There’s more information on North Dakota’s Take Someone New…
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