True North Adventures

04/23/2019

Dogs truly are mans best friend, let’s see everyone’s furry fishing partners!

04/22/2019

A true giant! Congrats to Tom Volk on the catch!

Editor's Note (05/13/2019): The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has completed an investigation into the 16-pound, 9-ounce walleye taken April 21 from the Heart River, and based on evidence provided, department officials have concluded the fish was foul-hooked, and therefore cannot be recognized as a state record.

To qualify as a state record, a fish must be harvested in accordance with rules for recreational fishing. Anglers can visit the Game and Fish website, gf.nd.gov, to see a complete list of state record fish requirements - https://gf.nd.gov/fishing/record-fish.
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Congratulations to Tom Volk for reeling in a new state record walleye! On April 21, the Lincoln angler caught the 16-pound, 9-ounce fish from shore along the Heart River in Mandan, besting the old record by three-quarters of a pound that was set last May by Neal Leier of Bismarck while fishing the Missouri River. (Note: 32 and one-half inch was the length.)

04/04/2019

We'll be fishing the Ontario side of the Rainy River this weekend! Make sure to read up on the regulations before venturing out.

Can I fish the Canadian side of the Rainy River after launching a boat on the U.S. side of the river? The answer is yes, however, know the rules.

03/15/2019

Forecast for Baudette next week. Won't be long now and we'll be on the Rainy River chasing some hogs!😍🐖

03/11/2019

Spent the weekend putting several monster greenbacks topside on Lake Winnipeg! The bite was definitely on the slow side but our group did manage one master angle. Was difficult to put a pattern together but we had our best bite in the mornings using spoons tipped with a shiner. Tracked vehicles is the best option for getting around the lake but did see trucks and quads with wheels out. Prudens Creek access is in good shape and a lot of guys parking on the creek and driving out from there. Good luck to all of the anglers heading up there yet this March!🇨🇦

02/26/2019

ITS OFFICIAL!
The Minnesota DNR announced yesterday that Big Stone Lake and all other SD/MN border waters will remain open year round for fishing. In the past, opener for Big Stone Lake was the 3rd weekend in April. The new change will now allow anglers to fish all species all year (excluding sturgeon). For some the tradition of opener will be missed, although most anglers are looking forward to the early season opportunities to catch the male walleyes that run the shorelines during spawn right after ice out. Late ice will also provide opportunities for those that like to chase the late ice walleyes. The limit for walleye on Big Stone Lake is 4 fish and only one of those can be over 20 inches, however we would like to encourage catch and release of all walleyes over 20 inches. The new rule will begin starting March 1, 2019. Also, don't forget to renew your fishing licenses by the same day. For more information about the area and to plan your next trip visit the following websites:
www.artiesbait.com
www.bigstonelake.com
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Big Stone Lake is a 26 mile lake located on the MN/SD border. The lake is a reservoir and is the headwaters of the Minnesota River. The average depth in the basin is 11-13 feet. Anglers are allowed to use 2 fishing poles each. A Minnesota or South Dakota license allows you to fish the entire lake and off either shore. The lake is known for its excellent walleye and perch fishing and boasts a growing population of largemouth bass, white bass, big bluegills, bullheads, northern pike and a few crappies.
Located in Ortonville, Mn:
2 hours north of Sioux Falls, SD
2 hours south of Fargo, ND
3 hours west of Minneapolis, Mn

02/08/2019

Be very aware fellas

01/21/2019

Game changer!!

01/11/2019

Who can relate to this? I know we definitely can! It's almost the weekend and time to get on the hardwater.

12/07/2018

Devils Lake vs Lake of the Woods on Facebook Live. This will be an awesome event and the first of it's kind. Make sure to tune in on January 3rd!

11/27/2018

Save the date for the Battle Lake Area Sporting Club 3rd Annual Ice Fishing Derby on West Battle Lake February 9th

11/25/2018

Won't be long now!!

Found roughly 3” out in front today, has a little ways to go, should go fast now!