Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, E.A.T.S. (Enriching Academics Through Sustenance) once again will be missing from our local March calendar. With all the snow, and the last E.A.T.S. occurring during one of our many Minnesota March snowstorms, it just doesn’t seem right not to have this event this year. But, even though case counts are down and most in our... READ MORE >
“We don’t have forever. Not to act, not to live, not to slowly combat the climate crisis.” On January 26th, Olya Wright and Naomi Tracy-Hegg presented to the Grand Marais City Council, imploring them with stories, community support and statistics to pass a resolution declaring a Climate Emergency in Grand Marais. “…the trees and portages in the Quetico that I... READ MORE >
Apply through March 10 for funding aimed to increase outdoor experiences, education and stewardship The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is pleased to announce another phase of the extremely popular No Child Left Inside grants. These grants help more children cast a line, study animal tracks, hike or bike, or simply learn more about nature. “We continue to have high... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking public input via an online survey regarding 2021 deer populations and observations. The survey includes questions about experiences hunters had during the deer hunting season; issues related to damage deer might do to crops, landscaping or gardens; and other deer-related issues. The survey is open through Monday, March 14. Get more details... READ MORE >
This week the Northland Foundation announced its grant program and made two dozen funding awards to nonprofit organizations, schools, and Native nations during the final quarter of 2021. Included in the awards was a $10,000 grant to the Sawtooth Mountain Clinic, Inc. The clinic will use the money to provide access to affordable oral health care for expectant mothers, children,... READ MORE >
Snow. Cook County is rich in snow. And rich in trails used by those who like to get out and play in the snow. Whether you are cross country skier, fat tire bike rider, snow shoer, or snowmobiler, there is more than enough of the white stuff to go around with most of the trails groomed and ready for action.... READ MORE >
In winter, property owners sometimes begin to notice broken branches or branches missing on tree and shrubs. This damage often is a result of deer browsing and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has tips to prevent it. “Hungry deer will eat plants they can access, and that can cause trees and shrubs to become quite ragged or in some... READ MORE >
Anglers in some parts of Minnesota have been venturing onto the ice for several weeks, while water remains open in other parts of the state. So far in December, weather in the state—which has included rain, snow and fluctuating temperatures—has affected ice-making and impacted ice that’s already formed. As a result, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources stresses the importance... READ MORE >
On December 14, the Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board gave approximately $3.5 million in loans, $4.1 million in community grants, $18 million in K-12 school collaboration funds, $1.4 million in higher education funds, and $7.2 million in mining fund rebates were approved to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. The total combined project investment is approximately $157.7 million. The projects... READ MORE >
Deer hunters seeking additional opportunities can harvest deer in late season chronic wasting disease management hunts along the Minnesota-North Dakota border. Hunting dates are Friday, Dec. 17, through Sunday, Dec. 19, and Friday, Dec. 31, through Sunday, Jan. 2. Deer permit areas along the border open to the CWD management hunts are 261 and 262. Hunters may participate in the... READ MORE >
