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District 6 - Two Harbors area

Last updated: 2025-02-24

CO Sean Williams (Ely #1) reports trout-fishing activity increased over the warming week. Angler success was generally low, especially for lake trout. Snowmobile activity stayed high throughout the week and several accidents were responded to in the area all involving speeds that were too fast for the conditions or rider ability. Violations included failure to display current registration and snowmobile speed.

CO Brent Ihnen (Ely #2) patrolled his station this week focusing on fishing activity. Ihnen also checked snowmobile and ATV operators. Additional time was spent checking for litter around fish houses.

CO Thomas Wahlstrom (Grand Marais) spent the week checking anglers and snowmobilers. The trails were busy with snowmobilers and compliance was good. Remote trout lakes were monitored, and anglers were checked.

CO Hudson Ledeen (Hovland) spent the week patrolling angling and snowmobiling activities. Fishing was extremely poor with most anglers not having any success. Enforcement action was taken for a variety of violations.

CO Anthony Bermel (Babbitt) reports the snowmobile trails continue to be extremely busy. With high use and several crashes in the area, speed enforcement was a focal point. Several riders traveling more than 80 miles per hour were stopped and cited this week. Other enforcement action included loud exhaust, failure to transfer ownership, unregistered snowmobiles, and unmarked fish houses.

CO Megan Franzen (Silver Bay) spent the week primarily focusing on snowmobile enforcement. The warm weather brought many visitors to the area, and the trail traffic was heavy. If recreating on the trails, please be considerate of private property and safe trail etiquette.

CO Trent Anderson (Tofte) focused on ice fishing and snowmobile enforcement for the week. Time was spent handling wildlife-related calls. Anglers encountered a slow bite but were enthusiastic about the warmer weather. Enforcement action was taken for various angling and snowmobile-related offenses.