Weekly CO report

District 2 - Bemidji area

CO Tom Hutchins (Crookston) reports taking bear-related complaints this week. Time was also spent checking anglers and watercraft operators on area lakes. ATV activity was also monitored.

CO Andrew Ladzinski (Bemidji #1) spent time patrolling local lakes and assisting with CO Academy duties. He followed up on calls for service. Violations encountered this week included no license in possession, angling without a license, illegal cast net use, and various other watercraft safety equipment violations. Anglers continue to report a slow bite, but a few anglers have managed to find some walleyes.

CO Jamus Veit (Bemidji #2) spent the week patrolling area lakes for boating and angling activity. Additional time was spent handling nuisance-animal complaints, answering calls from the public, and training with the DNR intern.

CO Andrew Goodman (Perham) monitored wetland and public water restoration efforts in addition to fielding more aquatic plant complaints. Water-related recreational activity remained steady with a lot of paddlers observed with prime river conditions. As a reminder, all canoe, kayak, and paddle board enthusiasts on public water are required to have a life jacket worn or on board their watercraft.

CO Jordan Anderson (Osage) spent time following up on ongoing wetland and public waters complaints. Numerous calls were received regarding nuisance-animal concerns. Time was also spent on fishing and recreational vehicle enforcement. Enforcement action was taken for a variety of ATV-related violations. Operators are reminded that once an ATV hits the roadway traffic law applies. Enforcement action was also taken for alcohol-related violations including a DWI arrest, and no ignition interlock. Ignition interlock restrictions also apply to recreational vehicle operation.

CO Angie Warren (Mahnomen) spent time on angling and boating activity. AIS compliance checks were performed. Assistance was provided with training at the CO Academy. Patrol was conducted for ATV and off-road vehicle activity.

CO Brady Manteufel (Bagley) responded to calls about nuisance wildlife and bears and patrolled for ATV and angling activity. The week also focused on public lands activities and case follow up.

Pelican Rapids vacant.

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