Weekly CO report

District 9 - Brainerd area

CO Luke Belgard (Pine River) worked on preparation for the upcoming CO academy at Camp Ripley.

CO Jim Guida (Brainerd #2) worked sport fishing and all-terrain vehicle enforcement this week. A boating safety enforcement detail was worked on the Mississippi River where some watercraft contacted did not have watercraft registration and personal floatation devices as required. A shore angler was checked without a fishing license attempting to take closed species bass. Enforcement action was taken.

CO Tony Flerlage (Crosby) checked anglers targeting crappie. Boaters are getting their crafts out of storage and on the water. Please check for current registration of the boat before using them for the season.

CO Andrew Dirks (CCSRA) Spent time completing investigations for various complaints at the recreational area. ATVs continue to be a major issue within the recreation area, many completely disregarding signs and gates specifically indicating no ATVs allowed. Enforcement action was taking for ATVs in prohibited areas, no state park passes, and careless driving.

CO Chelsey Best (Pequot Lakes) worked turkey hunting, trapping, burning and ATV activities this week. Enforcement action was taken for numerous violations.

CO Matt Brodin (Brainerd #1) attended an Arbor Day event at the Pillager school. CO Brodin along with CO Brown brought a TIP trailer and furs. Officers talked about each animal and where they live to the students. Most of the students were able to name each animal without assistance.

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