Good conditions in store for Minnesota fishing opener

Good conditions in store for Minnesota fishing opener

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New regulations in place for 2026 Fishing Opener  – R & J Broadcasting Inc.

The Minnesota Fishing Opener is this weekend, and area anglers are reminded that some things may be different this year, as new regulations are in place. Nathan Olson of the Minnesota DNR Fisheries Department says one of the biggest changes from last year is that Minnesota now has a year round catch and release bass season, as well as a trout season.  Olson says anglers should also be aware of the state’s new e-licensing rules as well.  There ha…