Minnesota’s 2010 hunting and trapping regulations handbook is now available wherever hunting and angling licenses are sold, online at www.mndnr.gov, and in many Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) offices across the state. Hunters should familiarize themselves with the regulations book before the hunting season begins, since there are a number of new regulations. The changes are aimed at providing... READ MORE >
Minnesota’s ruffed grouse spring drumming counts were significantly lower than last year across most of their range, according to a report released by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). “It looks like 2009 was probably the peak in the 10-year population cycle,” said Mike Larson, DNR research scientist and grouse biologist. “Drumming counts this spring, however, were still closer... READ MORE >
Turn in Poachers (TIP) board members report that 2010 has been an “amazing year” with 679 TIP calls resulting in 499 cases opened and 114 arrests. The arrests were mainly for deer and fish violations, but also included arrests for waterfowl, small game, turkey and recreational vehicle infractions. “2010 also has brought administrative changes to Turn In Poachers,” reports TIP... READ MORE >
Ruthanne Hedstrom Vos, who grew up in Grand Marais, recently returned from a summer abroad as part of the William Mitchell College of Law “Mitchell in London” program. TheMitchell in London program provided students from Mitchell and other law schools around the country with an unprecedented opportunity to learn about critical global issues from leading practitioners and academics in one... READ MORE >
The Cook County Local Energy Project (CCLEP) announces North Shore Ride Share, a free service connecting drivers and riders for travel, carpooling, and package pickup/ delivery. North Shore Ride Share will be available online at www.boreal. org/rideshare starting Tuesday, July 27. TheNorth Shore Ride Share site makes it easy to match drivers who have space with those looking for rides.... READ MORE >
The Flute Reed Partnership has announced that its board has been expanded from three to five members, said outgoing board member Rick Schubert. “We felt that because of the large GLRI (Great Lakes Restoration Initiative) grant, we needed more people and more input on our board,” he explained. Schubert’s board term is over on Aug. 1, so there will be... READ MORE >
The Cook County Historical Society now has the 1900 census available on its website: cookcountyhistory.org. Historical Society Director Pat Zankman said, “We are aware that many names, especially Native American, are not as written today but we have used the spelling of the original enumerator.” Many names were not readable, however, and the historical society would appreciate assistance with these.... READ MORE >
When a historical society has been donated a weaving loom, what do they do with it? “Use it” was the answer for the Cook County Historical Society. With the assistance of the Northwoods Fiber Guild the four harness sectional warping loom (c1930s) has been warped and is ready to go. Guild members Nancy Kemp, Mary MacDonald and Lennie Sobanja warped... READ MORE >
Pick up a 2010 Travel Map and plan a visit to the Minnesota Historical Society’s 26 historic sites and museums, where there’s something for all ages and interests – tours, activities, crafts and performances. This year, visitors can help celebrate the 100th anniversary of Split Rock Lighthouse. Daily tours are available and special programs and beacon lightings are offered on... READ MORE >
Five local artists, all alumni of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, have re-united to exhibit their paintings at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts July 29-31 and Aug. 5-8, from 5 to 7 p.m. The women artists attended the college that was then known as the Minneapolis School of Art. All have studied under the late Bernie Quick... READ MORE >
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