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Area volunteers recognized

Volunteer instructors for the North Dakota Game and Fish Department were recently recognized at the annual banquet in Bismarck. Mark Weyrauch, Ray, was recognized as Hunter Education Instructor of the Year. Longtime volunteers from Minot and the area were also recognized for their service: – 30 Years, Clinton Baxter, Gregory Odden, Rugby; Rick Olson, Garrison; and Weyrauch, Ray. – 25 Years, Adnan Aldayel, New Rockford; Lynn Baltrusch, Fessenden; Doyle Johannes, Underwood; Mitchell Kallias, Minot; Rodney Parrill, Bottineau; and Pam Podell, Velva. – 20 Years, Michael ...

Wildfire potential high

Outdoor enthusiasts need to be aware of ground conditions while enjoying spring activities. Increased human activity outdoors in spring, combined with dead ground vegetation and high winds, make this time of year highly susceptible to wildfires. Because of highly variable weather patterns, North Dakota experiences a distinct spring fire season every year. With that in mind, it’s important to pay attention to the fire danger index, and to follow the appropriate measures. Hunters and anglers are urged to keep up with the daily rural fire danger index, issued by the National Weather ...

Summer workshop set for educators

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department is sponsoring Pollinators in the Classroom, a professional development workshop for educators. Pollinators in the Classroom will be held June 10-11 at United Tribes Technical College in Bismarck. The workshop will explore pollinators, what they are, where they live, life cycles, importance, and how you can make a difference. It will be fun and fast paced with many hands-on activities educators can use in their classrooms, and incorporate discussion of classroom and curriculum integration. Students will receive a copy of the “Urban ...

Earth Day patch contest winners announced

The North Dakota Game and Fish Department announced the winners of the 2025 Earth Day Patch Contest. More than 1,600 students from 100 schools entered this year’s contest. Winners in four age categories are Tryg Klindworth, Beulah (K-3); Mariah Achtenberg, White Shield (4-6); Jazmin Vasquez, Minot Bishop Ryan (7-9), and Brielle Volk, Mohall (10-12). Achtenberg’s design was chosen as the overall winner and will be made into the 2025 Earth Day patch. Youth and adults who participate in cleaning up public lands receive the 2025 patch to celebrate Earth Day and their service. ...

North Dakota Outdoors: Taking a look at state’s deer lottery

I’ve long appreciated the fact that in North Dakota we can talk about deer and deer hunting any time of year. While fall discussions typically revolve around the deer numbers and the coming hunt, this time of year there’s plenty to discuss about the state’s deer lottery. Of note, ...