On Thursday November 10 the DNR brushed aside the most minimal protections for aquatic life in the Poplar River, including its wild trout and steelhead fisheries, and gave Lutsen Mountains Corporation yet another special exemption from state law.  While this was not altogether unexpected, it is very unwelcome news.  Our joint press release (with MCEA [...]

• November 15, 2011
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The State Council of Minnesota Trout Unlimited is announcing a new statewide publication covering the projects and issues important to all Minnesotans concerned about coldwater conservation and habitat. To launch this exciting new project MNTU will be hosting a naming contest. The name of the newsletter should be in keeping with the theme of trout [...]

• October 5, 2011
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House and Senate bills permit assault on anglers and public waters on eve of the fishing opener. The Governor and DNR Commissioner must stand up for anglers.  Calls now needed by Monday morning at the latest! Poplar River coaster – 2007 female released to spawn On Thursday, just two days before the fishing opener, the [...]

• May 14, 2011
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