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Ironworld Exhibits War Photos
Ironworld presents moving and powerful images of the Vietnam War in a memorial titled Requiem: By the Photographers Who Died in Vietnam and Indochina January 26 through April 20 This exhibit features 290 images taken by photojournalists who were killed or reported missing while covering the conflict. This is the first time the collection has been exhibited in Minnesota.
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Ironworld presents moving and powerful images of the Vietnam War in a memorial titled Requiem: By the Photographers Who Died in Vietnam and Indochina January 26 through April 20 This exhibit features 290 images taken by photojournalists who were killed or reported missing while covering the conflict. This is the first time the collection has been exhibited in Minnesota.
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If you surf the nearly endless channels of satellite television, you can tune into some unusual programs. Recently, we watched Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern on the Travel Channel. Mr. Zimmern travels to far corners of the planet to sample local delicacies. From what we saw on the show, it is fair to say not everyone on this green Earth shares the same palate.
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Ammunition Offers Choices, But Few Are Cheap
Recently, I went to an outdoor “box” store in search of nontoxic shot shells.
What better place to find a wide selection in shotgun ammunition? Several rows
of shells offered such an assortment that it took a few minutes of perusing
just to get a handle on what was available. Still, without an exact brand or
load in mind, I was unable to find just what I was looking for—an affordable,
lethal round for public land pheasants made of a material heavier than steel.
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Recently, I went to an outdoor “box” store in search of nontoxic shot shells.
What better place to find a wide selection in shotgun ammunition? Several rows
of shells offered such an assortment that it took a few minutes of perusing
just to get a handle on what was available. Still, without an exact brand or
load in mind, I was unable to find just what I was looking for—an affordable,
lethal round for public land pheasants made of a material heavier than steel.
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Gooseberry Statue Honors CCC Workers
The scenic beauty was already in place, but it was the young men of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s and early 1940s who built the roads and bridges that gave the public access to the natural resources and recreational opportunities in Minnesota state parks and elsewhere. A tribute to their handiwork and the structures of wood and stone they built is in place at Gooseberry Falls State Park.
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The scenic beauty was already in place, but it was the young men of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s and early 1940s who built the roads and bridges that gave the public access to the natural resources and recreational opportunities in Minnesota state parks and elsewhere. A tribute to their handiwork and the structures of wood and stone they built is in place at Gooseberry Falls State Park.
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Returning Soldiers Get Free Licenses
Returning Minnesota soldiers, including those who served in the National Guard, may fish and hunt small game without a license for two years from their discharge. They may also obtain one free deer license under regulations passed by the 2007 Legislature.
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Returning Minnesota soldiers, including those who served in the National Guard, may fish and hunt small game without a license for two years from their discharge. They may also obtain one free deer license under regulations passed by the 2007 Legislature.
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Map Shows Hunting Lands
The Nature Conservancy has a new map showing its preserves in Minnesota where public hunting is allowed.
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The Nature Conservancy has a new map showing its preserves in Minnesota where public hunting is allowed.
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New State Parks Guide
A new Guide to Minnesota State Parks, featuring information on facilities and services available at each site is available from the Minnesota DNR.
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A new Guide to Minnesota State Parks, featuring information on facilities and services available at each site is available from the Minnesota DNR.
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Duluth To Host Superior Conference
Many people know that Lake Superior is a great Great Lake. Keeping it that way is the goal of the "Making a Great Lake Superior 2007" conference to be held October 29-31, 2007 in Duluth.
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Many people know that Lake Superior is a great Great Lake. Keeping it that way is the goal of the "Making a Great Lake Superior 2007" conference to be held October 29-31, 2007 in Duluth.
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Lake Superior’s Sinking Water Levels
Since 1998, Lake Superior has slipped to the shallower side of average. This year the lake could sink to a new low. Experts point to two main reasons for this: Less precipitation and more evaporation
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Since 1998, Lake Superior has slipped to the shallower side of average. This year the lake could sink to a new low. Experts point to two main reasons for this: Less precipitation and more evaporation
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What Happened to the Salmon?
I’ve been chasing and catching salmon in Lake Superior for almost 30 years. During my first 15 or so years of trolling on the big lake, both Pacific and Atlantic strains of salmon were more abundant and larger than those of today. By the mid 90’s changes occurred in the Lake Superior fishery. Where we once saw record numbers of fish and multiple state records set in an angling season, we now have to search hard for a good catch of much smaller salmon. So what happened?
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I’ve been chasing and catching salmon in Lake Superior for almost 30 years. During my first 15 or so years of trolling on the big lake, both Pacific and Atlantic strains of salmon were more abundant and larger than those of today. By the mid 90’s changes occurred in the Lake Superior fishery. Where we once saw record numbers of fish and multiple state records set in an angling season, we now have to search hard for a good catch of much smaller salmon. So what happened?
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Scientists Predict Grim Future for Minnesota Moose
At the recent Minnesota Large Mammal Conference in Grand Rapids, biologists presented bad news and good news about the state’s moose population. The bad news is that the northwestern herd has diminished nearly to nonexistence and the northeast herd also appears to be in long term decline. The good news is that state and tribal biologists are taking whatever steps they can to learn more about Minnesota and make on-the-ground habitat improvements.
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At the recent Minnesota Large Mammal Conference in Grand Rapids, biologists presented bad news and good news about the state’s moose population. The bad news is that the northwestern herd has diminished nearly to nonexistence and the northeast herd also appears to be in long term decline. The good news is that state and tribal biologists are taking whatever steps they can to learn more about Minnesota and make on-the-ground habitat improvements.
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Ely Attraction Tells the Truth About Bears
Visitors to the Ely area can learn the truth about bears by visiting the North American Bear Center. The Center made its debut in May and has been met with a terrific response.
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Visitors to the Ely area can learn the truth about bears by visiting the North American Bear Center. The Center made its debut in May and has been met with a terrific response.
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It’s hard to mistake the chattering of the red squirrel for anything else in our northern forests, whether you’re pleased to hear the sounds of wildlife or want it to be quiet lest it gives away your hiding place. Whatever you think of them, these rodents are a significant part of the forest ecosystem with natural habits that ensure the growth of the woodlands they reside in.
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Grand Marais pilot Dan Anderson offers scenic tours of the Gunflint country where he guarantees you will see a moose. On a recent flight, he made good on that guarantee within minutes of getting into the air.
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When weddings take place on Lake Superior’s shoreline or in the boreal forest, no artificial prop rentals, arches, or tents are required, because the attendants and guests are standing amidst a backdrop green pines, blue water, and lichen-adorned boulders.
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Myra Theimer of the U.S. Forest Service has some advice for folks who are concerned about the loss of the forest cover resulting the Ham Lake Fire. Don’t panic and watch what happens. The forest will grow back.
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Moldy birdseed and unclean bird feeders can cause birds to become sick. In hot humid weather, it is common for mold to form on wet birdseed. The mold can cause a fatal avian disease called aspergillosis, which affects the birds' respiratory systems, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
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Campers who plan to build campfires need to be aware of Minnesota's new firewood movement restrictions.
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Urban Trail Ready for Use: A newly completed footpath gives a new look at Duluth
Duluth is known for its great overlooks, expansive views of Lake Superior, wildlife, and green space. Now, tourists and locals a like can enjoy a new way to see the city of Duluth—one step at a time.
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Duluth is known for its great overlooks, expansive views of Lake Superior, wildlife, and green space. Now, tourists and locals a like can enjoy a new way to see the city of Duluth—one step at a time.
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