NATURALIST PROGRAMS THIS WEEK AT NATIONAL FOREST VISITOR CENTERS CASS LAKE, Minn. (July 25, 2018) Chippewa National Forest naturalist programs are in full swing this summer at the area Visitor Centers at Cut Foot Sioux, Norway Beach and the Edge of the Wilderness Discovery Center. On Thursday, July 26, Cut Foot Sioux naturalist,… More Info
5 Hikes Worth Your time in Walker, MN Sporting a population of less than a thousand citizens, Walker, Minnesota has been gifted the rarity of ideal climatic temperatures and engaging outdoor recreation. Known for its Leech Lake, located within the protected Chippewa National Forest, it’s a Minnesota attraction that offers locals and visitors alike the… More Info
The Northland was built in 1907 for Jimmie Long and the Northland Pine Tree Lumber Company. Thomas Welsh, father to Mary who was married to Ernest Hemingway, used the boat in his logging operation on Moonlight Bay. In 1915 the Northland was sold to Walker businessmen for use as an excursion boat. It proved too… More Info
Steve Nosbisch Fishing Guide stevenosbischguide.com Fishing is starting to pick back up on Leech Lake. Walleyes are becoming more abundant, and the Muskie fishing has been decent. Walleyes are scattered around the deeper flats in 12-16 feet of water. Pulling crankbaits in perch and crayfish patterns near the bottom has produced some really nice fish… More Info
The battle took place on October 5, 1898 across Leech Lake at Sugar Point and Battle Point between the Ojibwe and US soldiers and went down in history as the last Indian War in the US. For a true accounting of the battle, visit the Cass County Museum. The Leech Lake Area Chamber of Commerce… More Info
