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Christmas Bird Counts Underway

Annual Event for ND Birders  UPPER SOURIS NWR—Binoculars in one hand and a coverage map in the other, several avid birders began their Christmas Bird Count shortly after first light Friday.   The annual events are conducted throughout the United States, including all across North Dakota, under the auspices of the Audubon Society. The purpose is to provide […]
by Kim Fundingsland
December 17, 2021

Outdoor Activities in Minot

MINOT—Winter weather can make for a good excuse to stay inside, but the snow and ice can also provide some worthwhile activities outside.  During the winter, the park district maintains four outdoor rinks for skating, hockey, or just learning at Polaris Park, Roosevelt and Perkett Schools, and Corbett Field. All will be open soon, depending on the temperature.   “With the nice weather, it kind of slows us down […]
by Lydia Hoverson
December 16, 2021

Game and Fish Briefs

Free Ice Fishing Weekend  North Dakota’s free ice fishing weekend is Dec. 25-26.  Resident anglers may fish that weekend without a license. All other winter fishing regulations apply.  Fishing regulations and information on fishing waters is available on the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s website.  Winter Fishing Regulations  Anglers are encouraged to refer to the North […]
by Kim Fundingsland
December 13, 2021

True Grit

Adaptive Sports Replace Boring Therapy MINOT—My day at the YMCA was done. My pool workout was over, and I was headed home. Distracted a bit by a friend saying hello on her way into the YMCA, I turned back toward the doors leading into the parking lot and found myself on a collision course with […]
by Rod Wilson
December 13, 2021

Bass Bandits Select 2022 Tourneys 

Innovations Announced  BISMARCK – Less is more. Although the Badlands Bass Bandits will be cutting their tournament series from nine to six for 2022, it is hoped to increase participation in the circuit and also allow for a major event.  For the first time ever, the state will host an open bass fishing tournament that is expected to draw top […]
by Kim Fundingsland
December 9, 2021

Game and Fish Briefs

Tentative 2022 Season Opening Dates  The North Dakota Game and Fish Department annually provides its best estimate for opening dates to help hunters prepare for hunting seasons.  Dates become official when approved by governor’s proclamation.  Tentative opening dates for 2022 include:  Spring Turkey  April 9  Dove  September 1  Deer and Pronghorn Bow, Mountain Lion  September […]
by Kim Fundingsland
December 8, 2021

Holiday Hikes Set for Audubon NWR 

COLEHARBOR – It's free and an excellent way to get outdoors and enjoy some wintertime exercise.   The Friends of Lake Audubon National Wildlife Refuge and the North Country Trail Association’s Central Flyway Chapter are sponsoring a guided hike on December 9 at 2 p.m. and self-guided hikes Dec. 20-Jan.1, 2022. All the hikes will be at Audubon NWR, located a short distance north of […]
by The Dakotan
December 7, 2021

Audubon Returned to Winter Level

More repairs ahead for Snake Creek Pumping Plant COLEHARBOR – Following a late fall season of very low water, Lake Audubon has returned to its winter operating level.   Unlike its big sister, Lake Sakakawea on the west side of the U.S. Highway 83 embankment, Lake Audubon’s water levels are carefully regulated – 1,847 feet in the summer and 1,845 feet in the winter. By comparison, fluctuations of 10-20 feet a year can be expected on Lake […]
by Kim Fundingsland
December 3, 2021

Lake Sakakawea’s Decline

Low water levels cause for concern  RIVERDALE – The water level in Lake Sakakawea mirrors the drought conditions present throughout the Missouri River Basin this year. Another season of below average runoff in 2022 could exasperate the situation even further.   In many places along the state’s largest body of water, vast expanses of mud flats have emerged where water enthusiasts formerly congregated. Favorite […]
by Kim Fundingsland
December 2, 2021

Raising Children in Midst of Adversity

Washburn Parent’s Outdoor Lessons MINOT — It’s a good read. Humorous. Inspirational. Helpful.   Geremy Olson, Washburn, recently authored Campfires, Kids, and the Outdoors, a book that tells of his experiences raising four children, recovering from a disabling firefighting accident, being evicted from his home, and relying on the strength of his family to recover.  In speaking to Minot’s Golden K Kiwanis Club […]
by Kim Fundingsland
December 1, 2021

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