This year will bring big changes for all ice fishers and anglers alike. A new law is in effect that will fine anyone out on the ice for leaving litter behind. The law was originally designed to impede sewage waste but will also include trash, animal carcasses, cigarette filters, firework debris, and any other form…
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As the Ice on Minnesota lakes and rivers continue to freeze over and ice fishers across the state start to take to the ice the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds everyone to stay on shore until there’s at least four inches of new, clear ice. While 4 inches of new, clear ice is the…
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The ice fishing season is here and that means fishermen of many ages and experience will be taking the ice to test their luck, and Minnesota DNR Area Fisheries Supervisor Nathan Olson shares some advice for those trying to get into the sport. R&J News will share more ice fishing advice with Nathan Olson throughout…
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Many anglers removed their fish houses from the ice in advance of last week’s winter storm. People who haven’t yet done so should make plans to meet upcoming deadlines, and all anglers – whether they’re fishing from a shelter or not – should leave only an imprint in the snow or ice when they head…
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Attention all ice anglers! Fish house removal deadlines are approaching. Make a plan to bring the proper tools with you to remove your fish house safely. Don’t leave wood blocks, insulation or trash of any kind behind on the ice. Trash and human waste infiltrates our waters, sinking to the bottom or washing up on…
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Aitkin County Sheriff Dan Guida was back on the show to talk winter weather playing factors in incidents in Aitkin County, Snowmobile safety, updates on ice fishing, and what’s happening at the Aitkin County Jail:
Winter is here and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has tips for anyone who wants to try ice fishing. The DNR’s learn to ice fish page (mndnr.gov/GoFishing/Learn-Ice-Fish.html) has information about how to search for fishing lakes online with DNR LakeFinder, how to dress, thrifty ways to get fishing equipment, and how to catch fish through the…
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Fargo, ND — The Fargo Ice Fishing Show gets underway this afternoon at the Scheel’s Arena in Fargo. You’ll find the latest and greatest in the ice fishing industry on display and up for sale throughout the entire arena. Michael Olson, promoter of the show, says the most popular items at this year’s show will…
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