I'm an avid reader of the weekly Minnesota DNR officer reports online, and in the last couple of weeks, there seems to be an increase in reports of nuisance bears.
It's usually been a close call for the Governor's fishing opener when it comes to official 'ice-out' being declared for Minnesota lakes. This year may go down in history at this rate.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is looking for feedback on experimental fishing regulations on three central Minnesota lakes. A public meeting will be held Monday at the Burtrum Community Center at 6:00 p.m.