Weekly CO report

District 6 - Two Harbors area

CO Sean Williams (Ely #1) report higher than normal activity was noted for fishing opener. Success was overall good, although some local lakes seemed to present more of a challenge than others. Visitors and residents are reminded to be cautious with fire as extreme conditions continue in to the spring green up.

CO Brent Ihnen (Ely #2) spent the week primarily focusing on checking anglers in his station. Officer Ihnen also patrolled for watercraft operators. Additional time was spent monitoring AIS compliance at area public accesses

CO Tom Wahlstrom (Grand Marais) checked anglers over the opening weekend. Few fish were caught as Water temps were very cold and some lakes still iced over. Enforcement action was taken for angling, boating and ATV violations.

CO Hudson Ledeen (Hovland) reports that cold water temps and even a few lakes locked with ice led to poor fishing for most anglers that were checked over fishing opener weekend. Folks are encouraged to wear their lifejacket all season long but is emphasized during these cold-water conditions. Enforcement action was taken for varying violations.

CO Anthony Bermel (Babbitt) reports working a busy fishing opener weekend. Additional time was spent working a turkey hunting investigation, assisting with a wildfire, patrolling for early fishing, working a trespass complaint, and taking reports of train killed moose. Enforcement action included fishing without a license, extra line, no/insufficient PFDs, watercraft registration violations, take turkey out of season, trespass, and driving without a license.

CO Megan Franzen (Silver Bay) spent the week primarily checking anglers. Warm, sunny weather made for a beautiful fish opener weekend, and anglers were reporting success. Time was also spent investigating property damage complaints. Enforcement action was taken for violations related to boating regulations.

CO Trent Anderson (Tofte) focused on angling enforcement for the week over a warm and sunny fishing opener. Area conditions created unique angling experiences with some individuals reporting breaking ice to fish their preferred areas. Overall, the bite was slow with a few pike and walleyes observed on the stringer. Compliance was very good overall. Boaters are reminded to ensure their navigation lights, PFDS, and other safety equipment is in working order before hitting the water. Assistance was given to local agencies on a variety of calls.

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