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March 2024 Macro of the Month Springs’ First Mayfly Emerger: Baetis AKA the blue-winged olive

Kristen Poppleton2025-01-30T21:13:31+00:00

Dr. 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...

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March 2024 Volunteer Spotlight

Kristen Poppleton2024-03-08T20:51:41+00:00

Name:  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...

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What is MNTU’s Habitat Program up to during the cold Minnesota months? 

Kristen Poppleton2025-01-30T21:13:46+00:00

Dr. 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...

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