April 2024 Volunteers of the Month: MNTU’s Annual Distinguished Awards
Kristen Poppleton2024-04-08T03:30:25+00:00THE DR. THOMAS WATERS AWARD FOR MINNESOTA CONSERVATION For his lifetime of achievements in coldwater conservation, we presented the 2024 Dr. Thomas Waters Award for Minnesota Conservation to JP Little. JP is a transformative figure in the history of Minnesota Trout Unlimited. He served on the Board of Directors for the...
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April 2024 Macro of the Month: The Little Sister Sedge By Dr. Jennifer Biederman April marks the onset of more vibrant seasonal activity in trout streams, with increasing diversity of emerging insect life. This surge in insect activity not only breathes life into the aquatic ecosystem but also signals prime time for both trout...
We need you to share how you think agencies can improve their response to fish kills
Kristen Poppleton2024-04-07T23:04:20+00:00You have until May 10,2024 to submit comments to improve state agencies’ response to future fish kills. MNTU has identified several improvements that should be made to ensure timely investigation and better public disclosure of lessons to be learned from any fish kill. Below is a summary of improvements needed. ...
Navigating Climate Challenges for Brook Trout on Lake Superior’s North Shore
Kristen Poppleton2024-04-09T04:10:34+00:00By Dr. Jennifer Biederman In northeastern Minnesota, where clear streams carve through thick forests and rocky ridges, the brook trout—a symbol of pristine waters—faces an uncertain future. Climate change, manifesting through rising temperatures and altered precipitation patterns, is reshaping the habitat these fish have thrived in for millennia. Flows of these...
Celebrating Minnesota’s Public Lands
Kristen Poppleton2024-04-08T03:22:30+00:00by John Lenczewski, Executive Director On April 5 we joined with partners to celebrate the Public Lands that we collectively own. Public Lands are vital for supporting trout and steelhead populations and providing public fishing access. Wild trout and steelhead populations are products of the forests on public lands in northern Minnesota. They...
March 2024 Macro of the Month Springs’ First Mayfly Emerger: Baetis AKA the blue-winged olive
Kristen Poppleton2024-03-08T20:52:23+00:00Dr. Jennifer Biederman Baetis, a genus of mayflies commonly known as the blue-winged olive among anglers, holds an iconic status in the world of trout enthusiasts. Emerging first from Minnesota streams in early March, this mayfly plays a crucial role in the delicate balance of coldwater stream ecosystems, capturing the fascination...
March 2024 Volunteer Spotlight
Kristen Poppleton2024-03-08T20:51:41+00:00Name: Marlene Huston Hometown: Winona, MN MNTU Chapter: Hiawatha and Wincres Chapter Favorite place to fish/be outside: I have to pick one? The Driftless area of Southeast Minnesota Describe the experience or circumstance that got you "hooked" on fishing? We were a fishing family growing up. My first trip to SE MN on Trout...
What is MNTU’s Habitat Program up to during the cold Minnesota months?
Kristen Poppleton2024-03-08T20:51:17+00:00Dr. Jennifer Biederman, MNTU Habitat Director A pre-construction bid meeting on Mill Creek in December ‘23, with MNTU’s contracted design engineers, MNDNR, MNTU habitat staff, and potential construction firms. While late winter and early spring might not seem like the peak time for trout stream restoration in Minnesota, MNTU's habitat program is...