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It’s not just about the walleyes: Celebrating native rough fish species

It’s not just about the walleyes: Celebrating native rough fish species

The annual Root River Roundup in southeastern Minnesota is expected to attract about 100 anglers who will be focused on catching redhorse suckers. A new state law will allow regulations and bag limits for nearly two dozen native fish species.
by Dan Gunderson

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What to know about Saturday’s fishing opener in Minnesota

What to know about Saturday’s fishing opener in Minnesota

About half a million anglers are expected to cast their first fishing lines of the season during Saturday’s Minnesota fishing opener. Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are going to try their luck at Lake Pepin in southeast Minnesota.
by Cathy Wurzer and Megan Burks

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Sandhill crane shot and killed in central Minnesota. DNR seeking tips

Sandhill crane shot and killed in central Minnesota. DNR seeking tips

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking tips and information on a shooting of a sandhill crane from a roadway northeast of Clarissa in Todd County.
by Matt Mikus

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Anglers hope better stocking can revive Minnesota’s muskie fishing

Anglers hope better stocking can revive Minnesota’s muskie fishing

Some anglers say Minnesota’s once-robust muskie fishery has declined in recent years, due to reduced stocking and increased pressure from anglers aided by the latest sonar technology.
by Kirsti Marohn

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DNR sets limit on diverting water from central Minnesota trout stream

DNR sets limit on diverting water from central Minnesota trout stream

It’s the first time the DNR has used the new regulatory tool, which the Legislature authorized in 2023. The move marks a significant development in how the DNR addresses increased groundwater use and potential depletion in parts of Minnesota.
by Kirsti Marohn

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