Tag: Rydell and Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuge

Winter recreation opportunities at Rydell and Glacial Ridge Refuge 

Winter has arrived, which means that the Rydell and Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuge will be opening their trails for winter recreation very soon. Refuge manager Gregg Knutsen says the trails aren’t quite ready for use yet, but will be soon.  While the details aren’t finalised yet, Knutsen says plans are being made for the return…
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December 15, 2025 0

Rydell & Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuge holding Annual Christmas Bird Count next week 

The Rydell & Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuge will be holding their annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count Next week. Refuge Manager Gregg Knutsen tells us more about this holiday tradition that spans over a decade.  Knutsen says this event serves as a good opportunity for people to try out birding, as you don’t need to be…
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December 12, 2025 0

Deer hunting at Rydell and Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuges 

Minnesota’s deer gun hunting season is in  full swing, and the Rydell and Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuges offer many opportunities for hunters to hunt the refuge’s grounds. Refuge Manager Gregg Knutsen talks more about the deer hunting opportunities at Rydell and Glacial Ridge, and he shares some reminders for those who do decide to hunt…
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November 10, 2025 0

Rydell and Glacial Ridge holding special deer hunts this week

The 2025 Fall Deer Gun season isn’t until next month, but the Rydell and Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuges will both be full of deer hunters this weekend. Refuge Manager Gregg Knutsen says Rydell will be hosting its annual Accessible Hunt this week, which he tells us more about.  While Rydell will be closed to the…
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October 13, 2025 0

Many Hunting Opportunities at Rydell and Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuges 

Minnesota’s fall hunting seasons are in full swing, and the Rydell and Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuges offer many opportunities for hunters to hunt the refuge’s grounds. Refuge Manager Gregg Knutson talks more about the archery deer opportunities at Rydell and Glacial Ridge, and he shares some reminders for those who do decide to hunt on…
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September 30, 2025 0

Recreational Opportunities at Rydell and Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuges 

Northwest Minnesota offers a plethora of opportunities to get outside, and a hidden gem that’s open for the summer is the Rydell and Glacial Ridge Wildlife Refuges in rural Erskine. Refuge Manger Gregg Knutsen highlights some of the many activities that you can partake in at the refuge this Summer.  More information about Rydell and…
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June 3, 2025 0