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A buck after its spring molt.
Deer now molting to their reddish summer coat
REGIONAL—Throughout the year, the fur coats on white-tailed deer change to match the seasonal weather and temperature. Every spring deer shed their thicker winter coat and replace it with a … more
Joseph Bump of the University of Minnesota, explains one of the images in the new exhibit.
A study in images
ELY— Making scientific concepts and findings accessible to a general audience has long been a challenge for researchers. Most scientific journals have little readership outside academia and the … more
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A white-crowned sparrow.
A white-crowned sparrow seems content to stay
Bird migration is always an interesting time for those of us who like to observe the natural world, in part because you never know who will show up and how long they’ll stick around. Most … more
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An image from the Fry prescribed fire before the burn went out of control.
Fry Fire brought under control
ISABELLA— The U.S. Forest Service declared a prescribed burn that went awry last week fully contained as of May 19, as light rain showers and higher humidity helped firefighters keep the Fry … more
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A boreal chorus frog sings away from its soggy home.
The spring chorus
Here in the North Country, the springtime woods can be a noisy affair, and few sounds are as symbolic of that seasonal cacophony as the calling of frogs. For years, I’ve tried (though … more
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A red sun sets through smoky skies last Sunday evening as dense wildfire smoke from Canada moved into the region.
Forecast: more smoky skies this summer
REGIONAL— This past Sunday’s incursion of heavy wildfire smoke into the North Country from north of the border was a portent of what to expect this summer and into the fall. North Country … more
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Area stream levels continue to show considerable bounce
REGIONAL— River and stream levels continued to exhibit considerable bounce this week as the impact of late April and early May rains faded. Area stream levels began the ice-free season at near … more
Anglers are expected to be out in force beginning early Saturday, May 11 when the Minnesota walleye opener gets underway. Pictured are scenes from the 2023 walleye opener on Lake Vermilion.
Ready and waiting...
REGIONAL— If there’s a consensus about the prospects for anglers when they hit the water on Saturday, it’s that the outlook is favorable for a solid opener. While water temperatures … more
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A pine warbler looks for an opening at a local bird feeder. Pine warblers are the only warbler in the region that regularly makes use of bird feeders during the early season.
The early bird
The return of warblers to the North Country is always a sure sign that spring is on its way, although a couple species can make an appearance even as winter is still holding on. Our two earliest … more
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Walz signs new law allowing digital images of game and fish licenses
REGIONAL— Gov. Tim Walz, this week, signed into effect a new law that allows anyone with a state game or fish license to use a digital image of their license in place of a paper copy when … more
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A firefighter uses a portable bladderpack to wet down birch bark as fire burns around him near the Pfeiffer Lake Campground.
Fighting fire with fire
SUPERIOR NATIONAL FOREST— The wind was picking up by midday but that just made the fire “snappier” in the terminology of the fire officials here who were taking advantage of a dry … more
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The science behind the scent of rain
REGIONAL— Our recent April showers have not only set the stage for new growth this spring, they have reminded us of the wonderful scent that comes in the immediate aftermath of rain. That scent … more
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Outdoors briefly
May 3 deadline to enter bear license lottery REGIONAL— If you’re planning to apply for this year’s lottery for the fall bear hunt, and haven’t done so already, you’d … more
If you’re looking to put a smile on a young angler’s face this season try the west end of Lake Vermilion.
West end is suddenly hot
LAKE VERMILION— How things have changed on Lake Vermilion’s west end. Not that many years ago, resort owners on the lake’s western half were bemoaning low numbers of walleye, … more
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Forest service plans 7,000 acres of burning
REGIONAL— If you see or smell smoke in the North Country this spring, don’t be surprised. Fire crews on the Superior National Forest fire have begun their spring prescribed fire season … more
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New book represents a major achievement
REGIONAL— A monumental and authoritative new book is likely to be a must-have for every serious birder in the Upper Midwest. “Breeding Birds of Minnesota,” published by the … more
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DNR fisheries tech Kamden Glade hoists a typical, large female walleye that wasn’t quite ready for egg harvest late last week.
The run is on
PIKE RIVER—Staff at the Pike River Hatchery were hoping that the wet and cold weather that settled in mid-week wasn’t going to slow down the walleye run, which finally began in earnest … more
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An aerial view of lingering ice on Lake Vermilion as of April 11. Ice was mostly limited to small bays. Big Bay had already cleared earlier in the week.
Vermilion declared clear of ice April 13
REGIONAL— In the wake of the most unusual winter in northern Minnesota history, ice-out proved equally unusual on many lakes and rivers in the region— and not only because most lakes … more
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Take extra care out on spring trails
SUPERIOR NATIONAL FOREST— Land managers here are reminding trail users, both motorized and non-motorized, to practice TREAD principles when using forest trails during this sensitive … more
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A colorful brook trout.
Minnesota stream trout season now underway
REGIONAL—Minnesota’s popular stream trout season opened April 13, with quality fishing opportunities in every region of the state. Trout anglers can find information on Minnesota’s … more
Camping at Lake Vermilion Soudan Underground Mine State Park.
Plan now for the upcoming camping season
REGIONAL— With the late March snowfall all but faded, North Country residents are increasingly thinking ahead to spring— and for many that will include a camping trip to one of the … more
DNR: Low water could impact lake/river access
REGIONAL— Minnesotams could find that launching a boat this spring is more difficult than usual due to low water levels on many lakes and rivers. The lack of snow this winter and persistent dry … more
Forecasters predict expanding drought in region
REGIONAL— Last week’s major snowstorm helped but didn’t alleviate the ongoing drought conditions now in place over virtually all of northeastern Minnesota, and forecasters say they … more
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Forest Service seeks input for changes in BWCAW management
THE BOUNDARY WATERS— Change appears to be afoot in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness as officials on the Superior National Forest look to update a management plan to better fit the … more
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DNR authorizes more species for catch-and-release records
REGIONAL—Anglers will have new opportunities to claim the glory of catching a Minnesota state record fish. Anglers can now earn catch-and-release records for 18 species beyond the four current … more
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