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Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 12:28 PM

This week’s Minnesota DNR Conservation Officer reports

District 6 - Two Harbors CO Sean Williams (Ely 1) reports: he focused on snowmobile and angling activity over the week. Warmer weather and good trail conditions made for excellent riding. Violations included: angling without a license in possession.

CO Brent Ihnen (Ely 2) patrolled his station this week focusing primarily on fishing activity. Officer Ihnen also checked ATV and snowmobile operators. Additional time was spent checking for fish house compliance on area lakes.

CO Thomas Wahlstrom (Grand Marais) spent time checking snowmobilers and anglers during the trout opener with officers Schottenbauer and Fairbanks. Overall, fish were cooperating, and anglers were happy with their catch. Enforcement action was taken for angling and snowmobile violations.

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