LAKE CITY, Minn. — Governor Tim Walz announced Tuesday that Lake City will host the 76th Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener on May 10-11, 2024. Explore Minnesota, Minnesota’s state tourism promotion ...

“Oftentimes, (Minnesotans) say, ‘Oh my goodness, Lake City's a hidden jewel,’” said Gov. Tim Walz. “Are people not paying attention? We know this. This is a fantastic community." “Oftentimes, ...

When it comes to the Minnesota Fishing Opener, no two years are the same, and that is certainly the case again this year. Minnesota’s 2024 Fishing Opener is Saturday, May 11. After a weird winter with ...

The number of available fishing charters, guides with the Angler’s Choice Award, number of bookings, average review score, average recommended score and minimum price of a fishing trip make up the ...

Every year since 1986 – good weather and bad – Tim Lyon has tested the waters of Lake of the Woods or Rainy River on the Minnesota Fishing Opener. A charter boat driver for Ballard’s Resort on the ...

CROSSLAKE, Minn. — In its 77 years, the Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener was never in Crosslake on the Whitefish Chain, specifically Cross Lake, until this year. Requirements to host the event have ...

Gov. Tim Walz announced Tuesday that Lake City will host the 76th Governor's Fishing Opener this spring. This year's event will run May 10-11 in the southeast Minnesota town where the Mississippi ...