Monthly Archives: April 2021

Spring Newsletter Available Online

The Vermilion Lake Association has mailed its spring newsletter to its members. Act now to be among the first to read about our new loon cam, ways to prepare fish, and more. Download or view your copy here.

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Give loons a wide berth

The ice is going out on many Lake Vermilion bays, so the loons will be arriving soon! Don’t be the one who causes a pair of loons to abandon their nest. Loons are curious creatures who will check out your boat while you’re fishing on. . .

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DNR closes observation of egg take operations to public

Biologists with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will collect walleye eggs this spring; however, social distancing requirements mean this popular springtime activity will not be open for public viewing this year. Hatcheries, the destination for the eggs collected, also remain closed to the public.

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2021 Membership Renewal

We have 223 members that have not renewed for 2021. We would appreciate it if you’d take the time now to renew for 2021 by visiting VermilionLakeAssociation.org/Renew. PayPal & major credit cards accepted. To update your membership records during the year, please contact Sheri Sawatzky. . .

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Lake Vermilion Sucker Sale Cancelled for 2021

The traditional spring sucker sale at the DNR’s Pike River Hatchery will not take place in 2021. Hatchery operations are delayed due to the coronavirus. By the time the walleye egg-take occurs, the sucker run will be over, and no sale will be possible. For. . .

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