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Minnesota's newest state park closer to completion

Minnesota's newest state park closer to completion

Gov. Mark Dayton and former Gov. Tim Pawlenty held a ceremonial ground breaking Friday for a campground at Lake Vermillion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park, a camp for more than 250 campers.
by Dan Kraker

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Walleye worries dart just below the surface on eve of fishing opener

Walleye worries dart just below the surface on eve of fishing opener

Walleyes remain the prized catch of Minnesota anglers. But concerns over invasive species and the fishery's long-term health are clouding this year's fishing season, which opens Saturday.
by Dan Kraker

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Pedal Hub: What it takes to bike to work

Pedal Hub: What it takes to bike to work

"Bike to Work Week" is next week -- are you ready to become a bike commuter?

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Pawlenty on Lake Vermillion State Park groundbreaking

Pawlenty on Lake Vermillion State Park groundbreaking

Minnesota's first new state park in more than 30 years is a step closer to completion.

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Minnesota pulls out all the stops to protect walleye

Minnesota pulls out all the stops to protect walleye

Minnesota takes drastic actions to protect the state's crown jewel fish, among them using sharpshooters to kill thousands of birds that eat the fish walleye feed on.
by John Enger

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How to prepare for an outdoor summer expedition

How to prepare for an outdoor summer expedition

Gear Junkie Stephen Regenold took listener questions about outdoor expeditions: where to go, how to get fit for it and what to bring along.

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Travelers turning to rivers for cruise ship experience

Travelers turning to rivers for cruise ship experience

In the third installment of our spring travel series, Kerri Miller talks with two cruise experts about ways to set sail without getting on a large ocean liner.

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