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REGIONAL— Hunters are almost certain to find more deer here in the North Country when they head to their stands for this Saturday’s opening of the 2025 regular firearms deer season. … more
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A dead juvenile trumpeter swan lies floating in Nett Lake. The incidence of avian influenza is on the rise in the region this fall, especially among waterfowl.
Bird flu deaths confirmed in area waterfowl
REGIONAL— Dead waterfowl, including trumpeter swans, on area lakes appear to be part of an increase in cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza, otherwise known as bird flu, in northern … more
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Walking across a large expanse of stunted spruce, sedges, and bog heaths in the middle of the Lost Lake Swamp.
Where few bother to tread
The south breeze that blew another hint of early fall warmth into the area this past weekend was enough to keep the cottongrass swaying during an afternoon trek into the Lost Lost Swamp. I’ve … more
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Dr. Tom Gable, aided by fellow researcher Austin Homkes, carry a GPS-collared wolf that is part of their ongoing study while a research assistant takes notes.
Study: Voyageurs area wolf numbers continue to fall
VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK— The wolf population in and around Minnesota’s only national park has fallen for the third year in a row, according to the annual population report issued by the … more
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DNR seeking pine and spruce cones for seedlings
REGIONAL—The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking individuals to collect tree seeds and cones this fall and winter. Seeds and cones are essential for growing the tree seedlings … more
A cow moose feeds on aquatic vegetation on Isle Royale.
Volunteers help track predator-prey connections on Isle Royale
GRAND MARAIS— LynnAnne Vesper’s backpack grew heavier with each passing day on Isle Royale, but not because she was carrying extra supplies. Instead, moose skulls and leg bones … more
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An explosion of golden aspen leaves near Ely.
October Gold
As early oranges and reds give way to vibrant yellows, autumn's last hurrah has taken hold, as evidenced in these photos by Marshall Helmberger. more
Dry conditions returning to the region
REGIONAL—After an exceptionally wet summer, the North Country is slipping into drought once again. Several weeks with little or no precipitation have left almost all of northern Minnesota … more
Winter season forecast offers little certainty
REGIONAL— The upcoming winter may be colder and wetter than usual, or warmer and wetter. Or possibly colder and drier. That was as much certainty as the National Weather Service in Duluth could … more
Rutabagas, with a glove for size comparison, planted in early August are now robust and well developed without any detectable insect damage.
Timing is key with cool weather veggies
Growing food here in the North Country isn’t always easy, but after 40 years of trial and error, I’ve figured out a few tricks that are routinely putting more food in our freezer and … more
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The audit report issued this week documented how logging on state wildlife management areas often failed to comply with federal grant rules and created widespread dissatisfaction within the agency.
Legislative auditor rebukes DNR management of WMAs
REGIONAL— The Department of Natural Resources’ management of the state’s wildlife management areas has suffered from a lack of planning, poor documentation, unclear guidance, and … more
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What deer hunters can expect this firearms season
REGIONAL—More than 400,000 deer hunters are preparing for the firearms deer season, which opens Saturday, Nov. 8. The season offers opportunities to spend time outdoors with friends and family, … more
A gray wolf makes its way along a beaver dam in Voyageurs National Park.
Deer, winter, and wolves
ELY— University of Minnesota researcher Dr. Tom Gable, on Tuesday, waded deeply into northern Minnesota’s hottest wildlife management debate— the connection between wolves and the … more
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Average Temperature for North Country watersheds, September
Fall in the North Country is warming faster than ever
REGIONAL— If this past September seemed a lot warmer than usual to you, you’re right. And, in a way, also wrong. Our region’s rapidly warming climate is reshaping what is typical, … more
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Dry spell should get you thinking about wildfire
REGIONAL— After a wet summer, the North Country is suddenly in a dry spell, and that has increased fire danger locally. With drier air and plentiful cured vegetation, the potential for wildfire … more
Scarlet maple leaves.
Autumn’s GLORY
REGIONAL— It’s been an unusual few weeks for fall color, with an early and vibrant change for many maples in the region, followed by weeks with far more muted colors as summery weather … more
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Outdoors in brief
Fall turkey hunting begins Saturday REGIONAL— Wild turkeys are definitely thriving here in the North Country and if you’d like to bag one for your Thanksgiving celebration, now is your … more
A lone canoe makes its way across Nina Moose Lake in the BWCAW.
The search for silence
REGIONAL—Matt Mikkelsen was recording in the Amazon rainforest when he heard an unexpected racket that sounded like castanets, but what he was hearing wasn’t instruments. It was frogs. … more
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Woolly bear caterpillars are now on the move in search of a protected place to spend the upcoming winter.
Woolly bear caterpillars now on the move
REGIONAL—You may have noticed a few brown and black caterpillars on the move in recent weeks. It appears to have been a good year for Pyrrharctica Isabella, a moth species best known for its … more
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Waterfowl season opens this Saturday
REGIONAL— Minnesota’s regular waterfowl hunting season opens a half-hour before sunrise this Saturday, Sept. 27. Hunters should find a few more ducks on area lakes and ponds than last … more
Vibrant colors could be seen across the North Country this past week, marking the beginning of the color season.
The color season is here
REGIONAL— This week’s summer-like temperatures likely slowed the progress of fall color changes across the North Country, but cooler weather forecast to set in over the weekend should get … more
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From summer boating to snowmobiling and snowshoeing, outdoor recreation has a major impact on Minnesota’s economy.
Outdoor recreation is big business in Minnesota
REGIONAL— Outdoor recreation is a huge economic driver in Minnesota, contributing $13.5 billion in gross domestic product, $23.5 billion in economic output, and supporting over 96,000 jobs. … more
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Bear tally running well below last year
REGIONAL— Bear registrations are running significantly below last year’s totals at this point in the season, but that’s not a surprise to DNR wildlife officials in northeastern … more
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Jack and Victoria Ranua make their way down a Boundary Waters stream during a challenging four-day, 50-mile trip.
‘Challenging’ is enough
THE BOUNDARY WATERS— A long day of paddling from our put-in at the Mudro entry point left our small party in a good position to complete a four-day loop that took us up to the border and across … more
Grouse season opens Saturday
REGIONAL— Hunters are unlikely to see a phenomenal grouse season this year when they head to the forest roads and trails starting Saturday. But that doesn’t mean that hunters won’t … more
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