Report from the Dock After the cold air moved in last week, many ponds, harbors, and some small, shallow bays developed a layer of skinny ice. In the far northern part of the state, some small, wind-protected lakes also skimmed over based on reports this week. But you can pump the brakes on any thoughts […]
Report from the Dock Strong winds over much of last week, combined with this weekend’s firearms deer opener, have meant that fishing activity has been limited. In addition, most anglers have now put their boats away for the year as they begin to completely focus on the upcoming deer season and other upland hunting options. […]
Hunting the Leech Lake area is about as good as it gets up north with beautiful scenery, plenty of wildlife, and public lands that are easy to access. Whether you’re out after whitetails, grouse, or a few ducks, this guide has you covered, from what species are in season and what permits you need, to […]
Report from the Dock At this point, many boats have been put in storage, which means fishing reports have been pretty light throughout the majority of the state. The few anglers still venturing out are doing well, with most chasing walleyes or muskies. Large sucker minnows continue to be the ticket for muskies, while a […]
Report from the Dock It seems as though most outdoors-minded folks have been focusing on hunting rather than fishing over the past week. The youth and early antlerless deer hunts were held last weekend, and most reports indicated success and high participation in many areas. Archery hunters are also reporting that deer have definitely started […]