District 5 - Eveleth area

CO Darrin Kittelson (Int?l Falls #1) reports work activities centered around catch-and-release sturgeon fishing on the Rainy River and ATV enforcement on area forest roads and area. Several animal-related complaints were also handled throughout the week.

CO Curtis Simonson (Int?l Falls #2) reports working the Rainy River this past week. Sturgeon anglers reported a slower bite with the cold front and high winds that moved in. ATV activity was monitored throughout the area as well. With the sturgeon keep season coming up on April 24, Simonson urges participants to touch up on the regulations regarding the keep season for sturgeon.

CO John Slatinski IV (Ray) followed up on a public water complaint and monitored spring dock projects. Slatinski checked trapping activity with noticeable work being performed by beavers. Several wild animal-related complaints were addressed. Fishing activity was monitored as open-water season options advance.

CO Troy Fondie (Orr) reports monitoring public access sites, checking area forest roads, responding to phone calls, dealing with a trespass case, and collecting accidental otter catches. Other time was spent working on equipment and administrative tasks.

CO Sean Cannon (Cook) spent much of the week monitoring angling activity on Lake Vermilion, with a few anglers having success targeting crappies during the nicer weather. Time was also spent monitoring the fish spawning runs and spring trapping activity. A complaint of work being done in a wetland was investigated, and another ongoing investigation was wrapped up.

CO Aaron Larson (Tower) worked primarily angling and ATV activity. Larson spent time checking for anglers on Lake Vermilion and other area lakes. He also spent time answering questions about trapping and angling laws. Equipment maintenance was completed in preparation for the spring and summer season.

CO Marc Johnson (Hibbing) primarily worked ATV and trapping enforcement. Activity was down over the week with colder weather lingering in the area. A reminder to all to check their ATV and boat registration to ensure it?s current before both seasons get into full swing.

CO Shane Zavodnik (Virginia) spent time working on various ATV lesson plans over the week. He also patrolled for ATV activity. The weather was quite windy and cold, making it difficult for turkey hunters around the area, but it?s looking like the upcoming week is more favorable. Additional time was spent completing administrative tasks and monitoring for angling activity.

CO Duke Broughten (Aurora) spent the week monitoring fishing, trapping, and ATV activity. Broughten investigated a grass fire that led to the property owner being cited for burning prohibited materials. Broughten also fielded calls regarding injured animals, boat registration, and trapping questions.

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