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BWCA to reopen for overnight camping

05/15/2020 01:36 PM

Superior National Forest announces it will open the BWCA for both day and overnight use on Monday, May 18. The temporary modifications for permit pick-up requirements will continue.

Memorable MN Fishing Opener

Gov. Walz: Don't go far to fish

Outdoor enthusiasts reject wholesale changes to deer season

Two premier camping spots won't open overnight

Leech Lake band asks nonresidents to avoid area

Wildfire prevention week brings risk reminders

To celebrate Virtual National Park Week, Voyageurs National park is offering a number of free activities such as Kids Art, Junior Rangers and Night Sky Exploring.

Voyageurs National Park Celebrating National Park Week Social Distancing Style

Wisconsin DNR Opens Online Public Comment Period For 2020 Deer Season

Governor Walz expands outdoor recreation opportunities

DNR cancels 2020 fish egg-taking over virus fear

Application process for kids wanting to learn how to hunt pheasant is open through August 21.

Northern Wis. parks spared as Evers orders closures elsewhere

Crowds like this one at High Cliff State Park near Appleton prompted Gov. Tony Evers to close 40 parks.

Yellowstone closure likely to delay summer tourist season

Yellowstone National Park will remain closed until at least May.

MN Fishing Opener still on, but Governor's celebration postponed

The Minnesota fishing season will still happen on May 9, but the Governor's celebration in Otter Tail County has been postponed to 2021.

DNR Encourages Anglers to Fish in their Community Ahead of Saturday's Trout Opener

Travel is still allowed for anglers wanting to fish during Saturday's trout opener on the Brule River in Wisconsin. However, the DNR is encouraging anglers to fish waterbodies as close to home as possible and in their community.

Mille Lacs walleye fishing catch-and-release, closed July

Walleye fishing on Mille Lacs will be catch-and-release only this summer, with no walleye fishing at all in July. The DNR announced the rules in response to a large walleye harvest over the winter.

DNR: 51 invasive carp in Mississippi River near La Crosse

Minnesota, Wisconsin and federal officials plan to conduct large-scale netting in response to the capture of 51 invasive carp on the Mississippi River.

FILE - Silver carp made up the majority of the invasive carp found in a recent Mississippi River discovery.

Judge Fines Michigan Man for Poaching Wisconsin Raptor

Skiers racing down Main Street towards the finish line.

Skiers Make their Mark at 46th Annual Birkebeiner

Additional snow was hauled into town Wednesday to construct the final stretch of the race track on Main Street.

Ready to Race: Hayward Prepares for 46th Annual Birkebeiner

The Itasca Driftskippers are proud of new signs on their trails to help people find their way.

New Signs Helping Snowmobilers in Itasca County

Throughout the two days, hundreds came out to see the five races that took place.

Apostle Island Sled Dog Race Celebrates 25th Year

The elk that died was among a group moved from Kentucky last spring.

Elk Found Dead from Eating Corn in Northern Wisconsin

Infected Deer Traced to Pine County Farm

A winter photo shows the spectacular beauty of Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park.

Artists in Residence Sought for Porcupine Mountains

Lake Superior Declines Less than Normal, Remains Near Record High

Crews to begin dredging Lake Superior harbor

Minnesota temporarily bans movement of farmed deer over CWD

Making Safety a Priority While Snowmobiling

Newcomers Kill Isle Royale's Oldest Gray Wolf

Michigan Governor Vetoes Bill to End Deer Baiting Ban

3 Elk Illegally Shot in Michigan's Pigeon River State Forest

MPCA: Lead Fishing Tackle Can Harm Wildlife

Spirit Mountain Needs $235K from City to Keep Hills Open

Minnesota Put on Notice Over Incidental Trapping of Lynx

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Up North: Anglers Fight ALS Virtually in 25th Annual ALS Fishing Tournament

The Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament has been a staple in the Northland for over two decades. However this year, the 25th annual event went virtual. While anglers couldn't fish together, the online tournament still connected supporters in their fight for a cure.

The 2020 Kolar Toyota ALS�Fishing Tournament was held virtaully.

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