MINNEAPOLIS — (KVRR/KFGO) — Mother’s Day and the Minnesota fishing opener typically go hand in hand but not this year. The fishing opener is taking place on Saturday, May 14. That is because of a state statue which required the opener to happen precisely two weeks before the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend. But some moms still got a chance…
BISMARCK, N.D. — Thousands of North Dakota landowners have electronically posted millions of acres of private land in what is believed to be the first system of its kind in the nation. North Dakota’s Game and Fish Department opened the system for electronic posting in May. The deadline to post was Thursday, in advance of fall hunting. The 2021 North…
Summer fun is here, and I’m still on the lookout for fun things to do away from crowds. So I’ve been getting into fishing. Never did it much before on my own, but I’m enjoying it. And I didn’t realize how easy it is to just head out for a few right here in town. That’s the benefit to…
It’s fishing season. I spent last week out at the lakes in Otter Tail County, so I thought I’d give angling a try. I hadn’t gone fishing in well over a decade. I never had been fishing in Minnesota, one of the best fishing states in the country. I know, I know. I’ve lived here for years and I’ve…
Our Discover Minnesota segment heads to the place they call the “Walleye Capital of the World”. Lake of the Woods features world-class fishing along Minnesota’s northern shores. The lake has more than 65,000 miles of coast line and more than 14,000 islands. There are an estimated 10 million walleye in the lake. But you can fish a wide variety…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Fargo Dome is giving people in the community a taste of the outdoors. The Red River Valley Sportsmen’s Show is in full swing and giving people the opportunity to shop for all the necessary equipment to help make outdoor summer activities more enjoyable for the season. Part of the show includes essential items like top…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — A free event is giving people the chance to pull out their fishing rods and test their luck at ice fishing. “That’s the really fun thing about this event is it really gives families an opportunity to come out and try ice fishing. We don’t expect people to be experts here, we do have some expert…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — In Detroit Lakes, shop owners say it’s not the usual bustling Saturday opener they normally see walking in. “I think the main rush will happen at the start of the week now once the weather warms up, it’s supposed to get better out than people will really come out in force when it’s actually enjoyable to…
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. — The fishing opener starts on Saturday but before you think about picking up a rod and heading out on the boat the DNR has new rules. The department recommends people to follow the stay-at-home order by limiting travel to a fishing spot. They also recommended you only go with those you live with and maintain social…
ST. PAUL, Minn.–Gov. Tim Walz signed an Executive Order on Friday expanding the list of outdoor recreational activities that are allowed during the Stay-at-Home order. Minnesotans will be able to enjoy activities such as golfing, boating, fishing, hunting and hiking all while maintaining social distancing guidelines. Residents are encouraged to take part in outdoor activities close to their home. Gov….
