The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources is taking matters into their own hands literally when it comes to saving their Lake Superior woodland caribou. The caribou population on two islands in Lake Superior has been nearly decimated since the arrival …
Salt used on roadways causes a number of problems. Much of the salt used on roads ends up in lakes or streams or stays in groundwater. This can affect drinking water for humans and ecosystems for fish. The salt can …
Looking for some good gift giving ideas that don’t require boxes or wrapping paper? The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is encouraging folks to give the gift of an experience in place of a material gift. Material gifts don’t bring lasting …
What happens when the lakes freeze solidly without wind or snow? Large ice rinks are created all over Cook County and people go ice skating!
If you’re wondering how much snow we have up in our neck of the woods, or anywhere in Minnesota for that matter, you can find out online. NOAA has an interactive site for up to date information on snow depth …
New northern pike fishing regulations coming in spring 2018, why? Watch the video to find out the reasons and then read on to find the new regulations. In the Northeast we are previously allowed to keep 3 northern pike and …
If you’ve ever been turned away at the Canadian Border or haven’t been granted a Remote Area Border Crossing Permit there may be something you can do. By Mark Fischenich mfischenich@mankatofreepress.com Q: I recently had a friend who was driving …
We’re treated to so many gorgeous sunrises and sunsets, I thought I’d share a sunset from the other night.
I love paddling and camping in the Quetico Park. It is more expensive than the Boundary waters but the lack of people paddling in the Quetico makes it worth it. Depending upon the time of the summer and the type …
Planning to fish in the Quetico Park this summer? Read more »
What happens when the lift bridge quits lifting? A fast u-turn!