COLUMNS
ALWAYS IN SEASON: Why do most birds form flocks?
Flocks offer birds significant benefits, much the same as cities offer humans. In human society, we call this economics. For birds, it’s a matter of survival.
By Mike Jacobs , August 29, 2010
Four trophy walleyes in a day is quite a feat - any way you count it
Byron Eilertson, of Blaine, Minn., was fishing Lake of the Woods with buddies Dan Meyer and Andy Olson on Aug. 21 when he landed and released four trophy walleyes from 30 inches to 31¼ inches.
By Brad Dokken , August 29, 2010
Travel plan for Little Missouri grasslands warrants closer look
The proposal to close 703 miles of mapped grasslands roads is the Forest Service’s preferred alternative in a Travel Management Plan the agency is developing to comply with a 2005 federal requirement that each national forest and grassland designate routes open to motor vehicle use.
By Brad Dokken , August 22, 2010
Hawks gain abundance as summer wanes
Cooper’s hawks have become regular nesters here. This is part of a trend that’s been reported across the Plains states. Raptors have moved to town.
By Mike Jacobs , August 15, 2010
Leier: Anglers in North Dakota keep watchful eye
I’m peppered with complaints and discussions about “fish hogs,” a less-than-flattering tag used by some anglers to describe other anglers who supposedly take more than their fair share of fish, without exceeding the daily limit.By Doug Leier , August 11, 2010
Small Manitoba town proves to be a great place for pickup to stall
We were on our way back to Grand Forks, two of us, after a four-day fishing trip to the Red River near Lockport, Man., and Crowduck Lake in Whiteshell Provincial Park. The back of the truck was loaded with gear, and we were towing a 16-foot boat.
By Brad Dokken , August 01, 2010
Angler offers $650 for safe return of sunken rod and reel
Now, there’s a sequel to the “Mystery of the Lost Fishing Pole,” and it could prove lucrative for the lucky angler who happens to snag the rig.
My cousin says he’s offering a $650 reward for the rod and reel, providing they’re returned undamaged — $550 for the rod and reel, and a $100 premium for “sentimental value.”
By Brad Dokken , July 25, 2010
ALWAYS IN SEASON: Cliff swallows may be our most abundant birds
Abundance of specific species of birds depends on the season of the year and conditions in nature, such as shelter, food sources and water levels.
By Mike Jacobs , July 17, 2010
Sipping coffee on a Sunday morning in Turtle River State Park
We sat sipping coffee last Sunday morning in the cool, still quiet of Turtle River State Park, 14 miles west of Grand Forks. There was a soft rustling of tree leaves above us and the sun was filtering softly through the trees. You could hear the chirping of birds.
By Marilyn Hagerty , July 17, 2010
From fishers to fishing trips, July offers outdoors possibilities
The ongoing quest to provide hunting and fishing access got a huge boost this week when Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture will be releasing $50 million for the federal “Open Fields” public access and habitat program.
By Brad Dokken , July 11, 2010
ALWAYS IN SEASON: The first birds in the field guide
In North American field guides, loons and grebes share pride of place, at the front of the book. The birds are closely related. That’s why they share space.
By Mike Jacobs , July 04, 2010
Leier: Safety comes first when operating PWCs
To anyone ever taking a spin for the first time on an all-terrain vehicle, dirt bike, motorcycle or snowmobile in the winter, a few basic requirements such as how to steer and where the gas, clutch and brakes are located is standard operating procedure.By Doug Leier , June 30, 2010
ThermaCell repelling appliance provides welcome skeeter relief
The ThermaCell is a mosquito-repelling appliance (for outdoor use only) about the size of a walkie-talkie that uses a butane cartridge to heat a small pad containing a chemical called Allethrin.By Brad Dokken , June 28, 2010
ThermaCell repelling appliance provides welcome skeeter relief
The ThermaCell is a mosquito-repelling appliance (for outdoor use only) about the size of a walkie-talkie that uses a butane cartridge to heat a small pad containing a chemical called Allethrin.
By Brad Dokken , June 27, 2010
Jon's Jottings: The Mitchell 300, it was the best of breed
I was sad to get the belated news of the death of the Mitchell 300. It came by way of the first chapter in Hudson author Mike Yurk’s latest book, “A View from the Lake,” where he announced a farewell to the Mitchell 300 spinning reel.By Jon Echternacht , June 25, 2010
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