Fergus Falls area fisheries staff perform management, habitat and oversight work for 250 fishing lakes and 150 miles of rivers and streams in Otter Tail and Wilkin counties.
Popular area waters are Otter Tail, Big Pine and North Lida lakes. Area staff also manage portions of the Otter Tail, Pelican and Red rivers.
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Ice is never 100% safe
Stay off the ice until there are 4 inches of new, clear ice. Even then, take safety precautions. Ice thickness and quality can vary in the same area.You can ice fish
Target the fish you want to catch this winter with the information, tips and techniques on our learn to ice fish page.- Fishing opportunities
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Fergus Falls staff
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Name
Position
Phone
Email
Jim Wolters Area supervisor 218-671-7931 [email protected] Howard Fullhart Assistant area supervisor 218-671-7931 [email protected] Steve Kubeny Fisheries specialist 218-671-7931 [email protected] Mike Nelson Fisheries technician 218-671-7931 [email protected] Luke Schalekamp Fisheries specialist 218-671-7931 [email protected] Marnie Franze Office administrative specialist 218-671-7931 [email protected]