Illegal imports can cause major environmental, economic harm The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is reminding Minnesotans that it is illegal to import any species of live crayfish into the state. Some people import live crayfish for dining, for aquariums or for fishing bait, without realizing Minnesota is one of at least nine states that prohibit… Read More

People interested in learning more about walleye fishing basics are invited to join a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources webinar at noon on Wednesday, May 5.  Ray Ruiz, DNR hunting and fishing skills liaison, and large water angler Steve Robertson, will discuss how to catch our state fish.  The webinar is part of the Minnesota Outdoor Skills… Read More

Clean, drain, dispose every time The approaching fishing season comes with a reminder from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to always follow state laws to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. It’s also important for anglers to take a few minutes for invasive species prevention every time a boat comes out of the water. People must… Read More

Invasive pest presents serious threat to Minnesota gardens, forests From U of M Extension Service Minnesota yards and gardens face a serious threat from jumping worms, an invasive species that’s on the rise in Minnesota.  They first were detected in Minnesota in 2006; they come by their name honestly as they really do jump and wiggle. More seriously, the… Read More

Pelican youth get after-school experience with soccer games Pelican Rapids Viking Elementary has about 80 4th-6th graders out for after-school soccer. The players meet in “The Bowl,” which is the valley in front of the school, where the old skating rink was located. The kids play from 3:30-4:30 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday.  Each student gets to… Read More