fishing

The walleye population is in "excellent shape," but the winter fishery is so popular, the limit is one lower than it was for open water season.

Currently closed periods would be open for catch-and-release for largemouth and smallmouth bass, creating a continuous, year-round season.

The DNR Grand Rapids fisheries office is accepting public comment on proposed changes for the walleye slot limit on Sand Lake, near S. Lake.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is recruiting members of various advisory groups, with terms to start in 2026, with a goal of reflecting various perspectives.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is taking feedback on experimental and special fishing regulations for Rabideau, Sand, Platte and Rainy lakes through Sept. 30, 2025.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is proposing to lower the statewide walleye limit, change some special fishing regulations and is updating bait rules.

The Minnesota DNR is looking for local or statewide anglers, local business and resort owners and others with a stake in activities on Lake Winnibigoshish or Rainy Lake.

Family and fishing are big at the Kitchi Landing Resort south of Blackduck, which was once operated by Val Engelman's great-grandfather as Hagen's Resort.

Open water fishing season is here in Northern Minnesota! We want to hear your memorable fishing experiences for our Question of the Week.

Events culminated in the governor launching from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Cross Lake Recreation Area, along with all four Minnesota Legislature leaders from both parties.