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The fishing opener is here!
Fishing season opens at midnight on Saturday, May 10. Looking for local fishing information before fishing opener? Check our regional fishing outlooks. Each outlook provides details about fishing opportunities and conditions and includes information for specific lakes, rivers and streams.
Enjoy the early open-water season safely
Throughout much of the state, anglers are flocking to open water to scratch their fishing itch. Keeping safety top of mind when you’re on or near the water is paramount, as an unexpected fall in can turn tragic quickly. Looking for a spot to get out? Consider one of the piers or shore fishing sites in Minnesota.
I Can! - outdoor skills programs for beginners
Learn outdoor skills at state parks this summer. The I Can! programs from Minnesota State Parks and Trails will take you and the kids from "I've never done that" to "Wow, that was a blast!"
Funding for the Future
The 4 The Outdoors report shares findings from our exploration into the future of conservation and outdoor recreation in Minnesota. Read the full report and help us take action toward sustainable funding for the future.
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