Doug Smith

State's breeding ducks decline
Minnesota's breeding duck population declined 31 percent from last year -- falling to an estimated 507,000 birds -- and state officials aren't sure why.
Jul 8, 2009

State has had four boating fatalities
The number of boating accidents and fatalities is about the same as it was at this time last year, when Minnesota ended up with 12 fatalities and 77 non-fatal accidents.
Jun 20, 2009

Fishing nets return to Red Lake
Tribal commercial fishing nets likely will return to Red Lake this summer for the first time since the walleye fishery was rejuvenated, but authorities say the netting will be much more restricted than it was in the past.
Jun 14, 2009

A walleye revival on Leech Lake
On Leech Lake After several poor years of fishing, the walleyes have returned here, thanks to stocking efforts by the DNR and controlling cormorants.
Jun 9, 2009

Almanac: Fishing was good, but still stunk
A recent fishing outing on Scott County produced plenty of fish — which were unedible because of chemicals used to treat the lake.
Jun 7, 2009

Almanac: Anglers do their best to save money
The tough economy has everyone looking to save money. Including anglers.
May 31, 2009

Almanac: Legislature changes rules for hunters and anglers
A laundry list of new laws passed by the 2009 Legislature will affect scores of hunters and anglers.
May 24, 2009

Beware: State checking for zebra mussels
Beginning this weekend, officials will be out in force trying to prevent the spread of invasive zebra mussels from Lake Mille Lacs, Prior Lake in Scott County and Rice Lake near Brainerd.
May 19, 2009

Almanac: Boating accidents mar opener
It was an ominous start to the fishing season -- from a safety standpoint.
May 17, 2009

Almanac: Big fish, but no record
The fish is probably one of the largest ever caught in Minnesota. And it likely would have shattered the state record.
May 10, 2009


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