Open-water fishing is a tradition in the Bemidji area, drawing anglers not only to Lake Bemidji but also to the surrounding lakes.

With open-water fishing season in full swing, it’s essential to remember the broader ecosystem in which we fish and how to respect and preserve the tradition of Minnesota angling for generations to come.

Lakes are incredibly important to preserve angling. With climate change becoming increasingly prevalent in the area, the health of lakes and fish is threatened due to warmer water temperatures and enhanced variability in storm and precipitation patterns.

Warming air temperatures mean warming water temperatures; this can lead to adverse health and population effects in fish. This can lead to reduced public access to fishing and a decline in the quantity and q

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