Regarding overlimit concerns among bowfishers, Fisher said the changes do not apply to their most popular target: the common carp.

Glen Schmitt from Outdoor News shares how the mild winter is boosting local fishing. Anglers are gearing up for the Maple ...

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, in an effort to protect native rough fish, is asking the public to comment on ...

A local fishing guide shared his tips for catching crappies and bluegills while ice fishing on Lake Minnetonka.

Plenty of fish on electronics, but tough getting them to bite. Here's a look at the Minnesota fishing report on Feb. 11, 2026 ...

A Minnesota state legislator is proposing licensing stamps that would allow anglers to fish for walleye with two lines instead of one. This week, Rep. Chris Swedzinski, R-Ghent, said the proposal ...

ST. PAUL — The governor’s office on Thursday, Jan. 2, announced that the 77th Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener on May 9-10 will be held in Crosslake. “I am thrilled to bring the longtime tradition ...

ST. PAUL – Gov. Tim Walz has proclaimed Saturday, Sept. 23, as Hunting and Fishing Day in Minnesota, coinciding with National Public Lands Day and Take a Kid Hunting Weekend, the Department of Natural ...

BRAINERD — Anglers heading out for the Minnesota fishing opener this weekend would do well to pack their rain gear. Rain and strong winds are in the forecast for the fishing opener, which kicks off at ...

Mar. 1—ST. PAUL — Anglers in Minnesota now have more options for landing a catch-and-release state record fish, the Department of Natural Resources announced Thursday, Feb. 29. As of Friday, March 1, ...

While fishing in Minnesota usually requires a license, on these special days you can fish “for free” – AKA without a fishing license! Minnesota is a top fishing destination, and for good reason! Our ...

ST. PAUL — The 2025 Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener will take place in Crosslake. On Thursday, Jan. 2, the governor’s office announced that the 77th Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener on May 9-10 ...