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Mn DNR fishing related info for Aug.

Tue Aug 09, 2016 5:14 pm

Minnesota Fishing – August 2016

Monday, Sept. 12: Catch-and-release only for smallmouth bass begins, except in northeast Minnesota

Anglers surpass Mille Lacs walleye quota, but season to remain open

The most recent Mille Lacs Lake walleye harvest estimate indicates that anglers have surpassed the state’s 2016 walleye quota. The state, however, will not close the catch-and-release walleye season at this time, as announced today by the DNR.

The DNR website has additional information about Mille Lacs fisheries management, and this year’s fishing regulations.

DNR to stock muskie in Gull and Fairmont chains

Muskellunge will be released this fall in the Gull Lake chain of lakes near Brainerd and the Fairmont chain of lakes in southern Minnesota as part of an effort to establish new muskie angling opportunities throughout the state.

Stocking muskie is part of an effort to respond to a growing interest in muskie fishing. Estimates suggest that a significant proportion of the state’s anglers either already target muskies or want to try muskie fishing. Additional information, including a summary of more than 1,800 comments about the stocking proposals and DNR responses, is available on the DNR’s muskie management page.

Proposal would better match trout streams with habitat

Streams with the cold, clear water needed to support trout populations would get stronger protection as newly designated trout streams, while other streams unable to support trout would no longer have the designation, according to a proposal involving about 90 waters in 30 Minnesota counties.

The proposal would change the list of designated trout streams. Every few years the DNR updates the list to make sure management and regulations line up with the potential of the streams to support trout. In all, 48 streams totaling 60 miles would be added to the list, and 41 streams totaling 195 miles would be removed from the list.

People can learn more about the proposal and find out how to comment, including how to comment on individual streams. The proposal also includes two trout lakes. Deadline for comments is Monday, Nov. 7. That page also will include information about a separate, parallel effort by the DNR to clarify the names of current trout streams. This renaming would make stream maps and names more accurate, but would not change how the streams are managed.


Grants aim to help increase number of hunters, anglers

A dozen organizations are receiving funding to help increase how many people hunt or fish – or support those who already do – through a new DNR grant program.

The Angler and Hunter Recruitment and Retention Grant Program began this year and award winners are posted. The program was very competitive with 35 applicants in round one.

The application for round two of the grant program can be found at the same webpage. Organizations interested in applying for the grant program are invited to apply by Thursday, Oct. 13.

Grant awards range from $5,000 to $50,000, and require a dollar-for-dollar match of the state grant award amount, or else a match of the value of labor, materials or services of the state award. The DNR expects to have over $100,000 to distribute in round two.

Eligible projects have a purpose that supports angler or hunter recruitment and retention. Types of activities could include fishing and hunting educational programs, clinics, workshops and camps, and funding for fishing and hunting equipment and transportation. Second-round projects must be completed in Minnesota and be finished by June 30, 2018.

DNR announces speakers for angler and hunter summit

Declining participation in fishing and hunting has led the DNR to plan a two-day conference from Friday, Aug. 26, to Saturday, Aug. 27, that will focus on recruiting and retaining hunters and anglers.

Keynote speakers include:

Matt Dunfee is the programs manager for the Wildlife Management Institute, a 101-year old, nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to science-based, professional wildlife management. He has developed recruitment, retention and re-engagement strategies; developed related programs, evaluations and best practices; and conducted numerous multi-day training and information workshops on the topic for state and federal wildlife agency staff and administrators.
Ron Hustvedt, Jr. is the founder of WriteOutdoors.com. His writing appears regularly in numerous regional and national publications and frequently includes experiences of teaching his own young children to fish and hunt. He is a middle school social studies teacher and received the 2014 National Teacher of the Year from the Magnet Schools of America.
Col. Scott St. Sauver is the post commander of Camp Ripley. He is a leader of hunting programs and “Trolling for Troops,” where pro anglers accompany disabled veterans, current service members and recently deployed soldiers on a fishing excursion for the day. He will share stories how these programs have impacted the lives of participants and insights on what we can learn from them.

The Aug. 26-27 conference will be at Earle Brown Heritage Center, 6155 Earle Brown Drive, Brooklyn Center. Volunteers and staff of organizations or agencies and members of the public involved or interested in preserving Minnesota’s outdoor heritage are encouraged to attend. There are no fees for registration or meals. Online registration is open.

Twins offer discounts and free hat through partnership with DNR

Anyone with a 2016 Minnesota hunting or fishing license can receive a free camouflage and blaze orange Twins logo baseball cap and discounted tickets by being among the first 500 to buy through a special Minnesota Twins ticket offer online.

The offer is good for these Minnesota Twins home games:

Sunday, Aug. 14, vs. Kansas City Royals
Saturday, Sept. 3, vs. Chicago White Sox and
Saturday, Sept. 24, vs. Seattle Mariners.

Tickets prices vary by game and seat locations are either in the Field Box or Home Run Porch. All ticket holders under this partnership will pick up their cap at the game. Tickets will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. The offer is available only through the DNR Twins Web page.

Buy fishing and hunting licenses at any DNR license agent, online with a mobile or desktop device, or by phone at 888-665-4236. Mobile buyers receive a text or email that serves as proof of a valid fish or game license to state conservation officers.

Designs due Aug. 12 for trout and salmon stamp

Artists can submit entries for the 2017 Minnesota Trout and Salmon Stamp until 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12.

The trout and salmon stamp validation is sold for $10 along with fishing licenses, and for an extra 75 cents, purchasers can receive the pictorial stamp. It is also sold as a collectible for $10.75. Revenue from stamp sales is dedicated to trout and salmon management and habitat work. More information and contest guidelines are available online, and from the DNR Information Center by calling 651-296-6157 or 888-646-6367.

DNR partners with St. Paul Saints on special ticket offer, free hat

Anyone with a 2016 Minnesota hunting or fishing license can receive a special offer on tickets and a free Saints logo cap to select St. Paul Saints games through a partnership between the Saints and the DNR.

The offer is good for these upcoming Saints games at CHS Field:

Saturday, Aug. 13, vs. Sioux Falls
Sunday, Aug. 14, vs. Sioux Falls.

Tickets are $20 for reserved outfield seating. All ticket holders under this partnership will pick up their cap at the game. Due to high demand, seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis only, and the offer is good for advance purchases only through the DNR Saints webpage. Phone orders cannot be accepted. Only orders purchased together will be seated together. Game times are subject to change, and there are no refunds or exchanges.

Buy fishing and hunting licenses at any DNR license agent, online with a mobile or desktop device, or by phone at 888-665-4236. Mobile buyers receive a text or email that serves as proof of a valid fish or game license to state conservation officers.
Q&A: Do I need a printed copy of my license?

Question: If you purchase a hunting or fishing license on the DNR website, do you need to keep a printed copy while out in the field?

Answer: If you’re using a home computer, you can print most licenses and need to keep a copy with you when participating in the activity. In cases where the license has a tag, the license will be mailed to you, and you must have the license in possession.
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