Monthly Archives: April 2008

Minnesotans can make a free visit to any state park or recreation area June 1 during the annual State Parks Open House, which is being called a "Great Minnesota Picnic" this year. "Each year the public is invited to visit … Continue reading →

From SD GF&P: WAUBAY, S.D.–The S.D. Game, Fish and Parks Department announces the near completion of a $3 million renovation project at Blue Dog State Fish Hatchery located near Waubay.    On May 10, from 10 a.m. until noon, the public … Continue reading →

Folks, let’s talk about invasives for a moment. By that I mean stuff that isn’t supposed to be here. You all know the well-publisized list of "nasties" that our respective DNR staffs are trying to thwart. Things like zebra mussels, … Continue reading →

MADISON — It didn’t take long for the first state record fish to fall in 2008. Donald Peyer of Whitewater reeled in a 6-pound, 4.8-ounce sauger on April 2 from the Mississippi River in Pierce County. The fish, which measured … Continue reading →

Horse trail pass required on state trails (April 22, 2008)

Okay let us be the first to launch the first salvo at what will surely be an endless parade of breathless fear-mongering on behalf of a disease known as West Nile. Let’s start by asking a simple question: how many … Continue reading →

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has hired former South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Manager Matt Snyder as the new manager of Itasca State Park. "Matt brings a vast amount of experience in leadership, team building and state … Continue reading →

Despite the years-old ban on lead shot for waterfowl, the heavy metal is still present in wetlands and water courses, from years of use. The Fergus Falls area (among others) has witnessed some Trumpeter Swan mortality this winter. Despite no ongoing … Continue reading →

From the smoky rooms in Brookings come news that an ongoing management plan to reduce the elk population in the Black Hills are meeting with success. As a result the number of available licenses this year is down by 400. Keep … Continue reading →

The issue of lead in venison is a thorny one. It would be nice if we knew everything about the testing techniques, the handling of the meat, any contamination issues, etc., but we just don’t. In the meantime we will … Continue reading →