Fishing Opener
Dayton Snags Walleye On Minnesota Fishing Opener
Colder weather and ice, may have kept some from taking part in the fishing opener, but not Gov. Mark Dayton. He hit Fish Hook Lake Saturday morning in Park Rapids for the 66th annual fishing opener. He caught a nice-sized walleye less than a half hour after midnight Saturday morning.
Are They Biting At Fishing Opener In Park Rapids?
Ron Stahl is glad to be taking part in the annual tradition, despite the fact the weather is not ideal. “It was cool,” he said. “It was windy, and we saw some snowflakes.”
Final Fishing Opener Tip: What Bait To Use
The 2013 fishing opener is nearly here. For tips on what it’ll take to snag winners, guide Steve Carney shares his insight.
Park Rapids Preps For Fishing Opener Onslaught
Park Rapids will be jumping in mere hours with the arrival of the Governor. Tim Young is a great ambassador for the ice-cold 2013 fishing opener. He’s been here before.
Fishing Expert: Rely On Electronics, Or Not?
It’s just two days until the fishing opener. Assuming you go to southern Minnesota to find fish this weekend, it’s safe to say there will be plenty of pressure from other anglers as lakes may be quite busy.
Meet The World’s Youngest (And Cutest) Mayor
No one is more excited for the summer season than Dorset Mayor Robert Tufts. Oh, and he’s 4 years old. He walks the streets with pride, and knows that the fish bite best on leeches, worms and minnows.
Down To The Wire Fishing Opener At Fish Hook Lake
The steady lap of waves on Fish Hook Lake has been replaced by sheets of ice that better resemble wind chimes. Warm weather, wind, and some recent rain have helped, but Gov. Mark Dayton likely won’t see ice out here by Saturday. Dennis Mackedanz is in charge of planning this year’s opener. He’s thought of everything. But there’s not much he can do about the hand mother nature has dealt.
DNR Suggests Mother’s Day Gift — Wear A Life Vest
Safety officials are suggesting a Mother’s Day gift for anglers — wear a life jacket when heading onto Minnesota’s icy waters for the fishing opener this weekend.
Ice Likely Ruining The Fishing Opener On Mille Lacs
For nearly two decades the Enno family has looked forward to the annual state fishing opener at their Twin Pines Resort, just south of Garrison.
Fishing Opener Water Temps? A Frigid 40-Some Degrees
Ice-out or not, Minnesota’s fishing opener is Saturday, and the DNR said beware that the water temperatures will be colder than normal.
Minn. DNR Showcases Zebra Mussel-Sniffing Dogs
Minnesota’s fishing opener is just a few days away and for the first time in this state, dogs will be used this weekend to sniff out zebra mussels.
DNR Debuts Zebra Mussel-Sniffing Dogs
Minnesota is now the second state in the U.S. to use dogs to sniff out zebra mussels.
DNR: Boat Launches May Not Be Open For Fishing Opener
Minnesota’s anglers are gearing up for a big weekend as the state’s fishing opener is on Saturday.
Conditions Of Boat Launches Across Minn. Vary
With the fishing opener approaching Saturday, the conditions of boat launches across the state are a mixed bag.
Leech-less Spring ‘Worst Nightmare’ In Bait Industry
Minnesota’s fishing opener is only a week away, and Wisconsin’s starts in just a few hours — but anglers may have a hard time finding the bait they want to use.
Mobile Weather Watcher
Latest Galleries
-
Most Romantic US Honeymoon...
Baseball Shots Of The Week –...
Goin' To The Lake 2013
Batting Practice Buddies
-
Unique Sunglasses For Summer
Autos Quiz: Name That Car Logo
Baseball Shots Of The Week –...
Accent Signage Crime Scene
-
Father's Day Gift Ideas
Baseball Shots Of The Week –...
Celebrating Grand Old Day In...
Michele Bachmann Through The...
-
Baseball Shots Of The Week –...
Namaste: Yoga Poses For...
Crews On Scene Of Rescue...
Massive Tornado Rips Through...
Meet WCCO-TV’s Anchors
TV Schedule
| Full Program Grid | |
|---|---|
| 7:00 PM | NCIS |
| 8:00 PM | NCIS: Los Angeles |
| 9:00 PM | Person of Interest |
| 10:00 PM | WCCO 4 News at Ten |
| 10:35 PM | Late Show with David Letterman |
| 11:37 PM | The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson |
