Anglers by the dozens braved chilly temps, a stiff wind and spitting rain to line the shore near the confluence of the Missouri and Yellowstone rivers for a chance at snagging a paddlefish.
The paddlefish population in Lake Sakakawea and upstream in the Missouri and Yellowstone rivers is the only stock in North Dakota that supports a snag fishery.
To get an event in the Outdoors Calendar, contact Brad Dokken at (701) 780-1148, (800) 477-6572 ext. 1148 or by email at bdokken@gfherald.com. Deadline is 5 p.m. Wednesdays.
The former Minnesota Ms. Hockey winner was raised on a farm outside Lake City, Minnesota, which will host the state's most renowned annual fishing evening this year.
Aquatic nuisance species are nonindigenous aquatic plants or animals that cause harm to native and desirable species or have a negative effect on aquatic habitats, the environment and the economy.
Applicants for regular deer gun, gratis, youth and muzzleloader can apply online through the Game and Fish Department’s website at gf.nd.gov. The deadline for applying is midnight June 5.
