Monthly Archives: June 2018

Lake Vermilion’s AIS Identification Team Prepared

We’re ready! Property owners and lake visitors are encouraged to report any suspicious aquatic vegetation or invertebrates which they do not recognize as native to Lake Vermilion. Early detection of aquatic invasive species (AIS) is key to managing or removing the infestation. This year, our. . .

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Lake Vermilion Fishing Report

The walleyes are moving out to some of the main lake structure in Big Bay and Frazier Bay and are biting in 22′ to 28′ of water. These edges near the rocks are holding the most fish as the walleyes are feeding on the molting crayfish. Both. . .

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Lake Vermilion Fishing Report

The warming water and more stable weather have really turned the bite. The best walleye fishing has been in 18-24 feet of water in the sand adjacent to mud-bottom areas.  One day they want leeches, the next worms, and the next minnows; so, continue to. . .

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Four Generations of Caring for Lake Vermilion

If you live on or near any lake, you are there for one specific reason.  It’s because you love the lake and want to share that love with everyone around you. Harold and Shirley Korpela knew the first time they laid eyes on Lake Vermilion. . .

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Next Phase of Lake Vermilion State Park Announced

Progress is continuing on the development of recreation opportunities at Minnesota’s newest state park, and there is more to come. At a June 7 ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new campground at Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park, Minnesota State Parks and Trails Director Erika Rivers. . .

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Lake Vermilion Fishing Report

What a crazy spring! The ice was out very late, yet it’s been one of the fastest warmups we’ve seen in a long time. Bobber fishing for me right now has been very good in 4 to 6 feet of water along rocky, protruding shorelines. . .

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