FISHING
STAFF BLOG OUTDOORS WITH SAM COOK Lake trout anglers get started on Clearwater Lake, Gunflint Trail
Kyle Berg (left) and Alex Holmstrom, both 13 and both of Duluth, show off their catch of lake trout Sunday afternoon on Clearwater Lake along the Gunflint Trail. (Sam Cook photo) I spent part of Sunda...
Posted on 1/16/12 at 11:49 AM
STAFF BLOG THE AREA VOICES COMMUNITY Areavoices Digest #35 - Father's Day blogs
His words resonated through the 1990's. UH, UH, UH...More Power! I couldn't help but grunt Tim the Toolman's wordsto myself today (quietly....I didn't want my co-workers to think I was odd....any mor...
Posted on 6/15/11 at 11:54 AM
Hold the chili: unique bait works
Over the years, anglers gain information through experience and from other fisher-folk who aid in becoming more successful on the water.
By Jason Durham , February 04, 2012
Downsize for better success on ice 
During the ice fishing season, talking about success is common.
By Jason Durham , January 28, 2012
Clamshells sprout on Spirit Lake
A small community of portable ice shelters popped up on Menahga’s Spirit Lake Saturday afternoon as dozens of anglers braved sub-zero windchills and gasped at the cold. They were rewarded with prizes galore, including cash, frozen turkeys and small fish scales handed out on the ice. The event is sponsored by the Menahga Civic & Commerce Association. Top prize was a 2011 Ice Castle fish house.
By Sarah Smith , January 25, 2012
Staying warm requires planning
Staying warm during the cold snaps of winter is always a challenge.
Most people have to make accommodations for themselves to ensure hands, feet, ears, and everything else in between is warm enough to prevent shivering.
By Jason Durham , January 21, 2012
Anglers hurry to get fish houses off thin ice in Otter Tail County
Fish houses are dropping like flies through bad ice on area lakes.
By Marie Nitke , January 03, 2012
Have a resolution yet? Try these
New Year’s is a time for reflection on the past and anticipation for what the future holds. New Years is a new beginning, a time for change and of course, a moment to announce your resolution.
By Jason Durham , December 31, 2011
Becker County sheriff issues ice warning Tuesday after fish houses start sinking
Deteriorating ice conditions on Little Detroit Lake caused the Becker County Sheriff’s Department to issue an ice warning on Tuesday.
December 28, 2011
T’was the night before ice fishing
For you fishing folks, a little (altered) holiday tale.
By Jason Durham , December 24, 2011
Fishing derby raffle tickets on sale
Looking for a last minute stocking stuffer? Tickets are available for the 14th annual Park Rapids American Legion Community Fishing Contest.
By Anna Erickson , December 21, 2011
Use calculated caution on icy lake conditions
A lack of snowfall presents several negatives for residents. However, let’s not forget about the positives too
By Jason Durham , December 17, 2011
Winter angling is no walk on the ice
It’s difficult to make a sweeping statement, but by most accounts, it’s officially ice time.
By Jason Durham , December 10, 2011
The winter community sprouts
Ice houses began appearing on the south shore of Long Lake this week. Tuesday morning’s low temperatures near zero helped the ice formation but the DNR still urges anglers to use caution.
By Sarah Smith , December 07, 2011
Fishermen trying to get off Red Lake, emergency personnel enroute
Two ice fishermen are reportedly trying to find a way off upper Red Lake after strong winds caused the ice to break.
A call to area emergency personnel came in after 1 p.m.
December 06, 2011
Dock Talk: Community fish house is for all
The local ice fishing report has varied. Some anglers have actually ventured out onto our local lakes with success, while others are withholding their enthusiasm to chase fish of any species until the ice is a few inches thicker.
By Jason Durham , December 03, 2011
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