Fishing opener marks the unofficial start of summer in Minnesota

Anglers Hit the Water For 2025 Minnesota Fishing Opener

DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday kicked off the Minnesota fishing opener, and anglers took to the water in hopes of reeling in a big one. The fishing opener is like an unofficial holiday across the state. Hundreds of boaters hit the water looking for some of Minnesota’s most popular fish including walleye, bass, and northern pike. During the fishing opener almost every lake in the Land of 10,000 is filled with boats, and in Duluth, many took to the St. …

Fishing opener marks the unofficial start of summer in Minnesota

Saturday marked the official start of Minnesota's fishing season, and an unofficial start of summertime activities.

Fishing in the dark

I’ve always enjoyed night fishing. I think my older brother Dean was the person who turned me on to “The Dark Side.” My favorite time was when Dean took some family out at midnight on the opener. We were after…