The DNR reminds us that no ice is 100% safe. The agency recommends at least 4 inches of ice for fishing or walking, and at ...

CO Patrick McGowan (Cass Lake) worked Leech lake throughout the week for angling activity. Most anglers are reporting a slow ...

As ice fishing gains traction in Central Minnesota, anglers are advised to tread carefully on slippery surfaces, with recent ...

This winter's snowfall has bucked expectations, causing deer to shed antlers early — and ice fishing is thriving with good ...

With winter's chill, ice fishing is on many minds in Minnesota. Remember, safety first—check ice thickness and follow local ...

The DNR says to make sure ice is 4” thick for walking, 5”- 7” for a snowmobile or a small ATV, 9”- 12” for a car, 13- 17” for ...

Champlin hosts Frostbite 500 Trout Ice Fishing Contest on Feb 7, 2026; registration is open with limited spots.

Southwest Minnesota has been hit by some blasts of cold and wintry weather in December. But although ice has formed on area lakes, it might still a bit early for ice fishing. “The ice hasn’t been ...

In this episode, I go camping deep in northern Minnesota for rainbow trout. I saw a giant hole in the ice to sight fish.

New year, new fees for boaters in Minnesota—watercraft licensing costs will rise in 2026 to help fight invasive species, with ...

Here are a few favorite outdoor activities to try this winter: ...

Officer contacted several individuals who reported mixed angling success. Officer seized accidentally caught Pine Marten.